Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer – Onsite

Van-Am Tool & Engineering LLC; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

HSA/FSA options

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Van-Am Tool & Engineering LLC in Saint Joseph, MO is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our onsite team. You will analyze and improve manufacturing methods, support continuous improvement, and ensure manufacturability of aerospace and defense components.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 2 years of manufacturing experience, with preference for aerospace/defense exposure. CAD skills, lean tools, and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering required.
• Minimum 2 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with aerospace/defense manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods, processes, and workflows.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across aerospace and defense lines.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams for manufacturability.
• Assist with tooling and fixture design and procurement.
• Review drawings and specifications; ensure compliance with standards.
• Troubleshoot production issues and document procedures and workflows.
• Participate in new product introduction and process validation.

Skills

Analytical skills

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Van-Am Tool & Engineering LLC in Saint Joseph, MO is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our onsite team. You will analyze and improve manufacturing methods, support continuous improvement, and ensure manufacturability of aerospace and defense components.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 2 years of manufacturing experience, with preference for aerospace/defense exposure. CAD skills, lean tools, and strong communication are essential.