Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

The Structures Company; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Job summary

The Structures Company is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer in Torrance, CA to create NC programs and program 3-, 4-, and 5-axis mills for aerospace components. The role uses NX software to optimize material usage, geometry, and tooling while aligning with product specs.

You will develop workholding fixtures and select appropriate tools, operating under guided instructions. Ideal candidates have NX experience, aerospace machining exposure, and a engineering degree with a few years in

Qualifications

• U.S. Person required under ITAR regulations.
• Experience programming three-, four-, and five-axis mills.
• Experience using NX programming software.
• Experience machining aluminum aerospace parts.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering with 2–4 years in related field.

Responsibilities

• Creates NC programs for aerospace components.
• Programs three-, four-, and five-axis mills.
• Analyzes material, component geometry, workholding and equipment utilization.
• Selects cutting tools and fixtures to meet product specifications.
• Works under immediate supervision and established guidelines.

Skills

U.S. Person per ITAR

3D/5-axis CNC programming

NX programming software

Aerospace aluminum machining

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

NX

Job description

Job Title

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Location

Torrance, CA

Pay Rate

$45-58/hour

Job Details

Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension) Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation Shift: 1st shift.

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Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

Perks

• Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Qualifying Questions

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?
• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary

Creates NC programs for aerospace components. Programs three, four, and five axis mills. Uses NX programming software. Maximizes efficiency by analyzing material, component geometry, workholding, and equipment utilization. Determines parts and tools needed to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specification. Machines aluminum aerospace parts. Creates workholding fixtures for aerospace components. Selects cutting tools for machining of aerospace components. Applies knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field. Works under immediate supervision relying on instructions and pre-established guidelines.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
• Experience programming three, four, and five axes mills.
• Experience using NX programming software.
• Experience machining aluminum aerospace parts.
• Experience creating workholding fixtures and selecting cutting tools for machining of aerospace components.
• May require a bachelor's degree in engineering and 2-4 years of experience in the field or a related area.
• Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Works under immediate supervision.
• Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment.

About Us

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles. As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords

aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense