Avionics Manufacturing Engineer II

Acara Solutions, Inc.; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Acara Solutions is seeking an Avionics Manufacturing Engineer II to join a fast-paced aerospace team in Texas. You will help scale in-house avionics production, improve processes, and support a high-velocity launch schedule.

You will identify blockers, optimize workflows, and lead new product introductions with a hands-on, continuous-improvement mindset. Strong collaboration across engineering and operations is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in design, manufacturing, and production of mechanical or electrical hardware.
• 2+ years of experience with electronic box build, battery build or cable harness builds.
• Master's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 5+ years of design/manufacturing experience with hardware, including internships or projects.
• Experience with high-volume production processes and tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Support avionics production from design release through delivery by removing blockers.
• Optimize and automate manufacturing and test processes to improve quality and throughput.
• Lead introduction of new products and revisions, including manufacturability standards.
• Investigate non-conformances, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Plan equipment upgrades and process changes with cross-functional partners.

Skills

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Effective communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Master's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

3D CAD software

IPC standards

Job description

Job Title: Avionics Manufacturing Engineer II

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $105K- $110K/Year

Schedule: 40 Hours/Week

Client offers full benefits and relocation if needed

About the Opportunity:

• Join a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing team where you'll help scale in-house avionics production to support an ambitious launch schedule and evolving product roadmap. You'll play a hands-on role in improving manufacturing processes, resolving production challenges, and helping establish scalable systems that enable high-quality, efficient production.
• What You'll Do:
  • Support avionics production from design release through delivery by identifying and removing production blockers.
  • Optimize and automate manufacturing and test processes to improve quality, efficiency, and throughput.
  • Lead the introduction of new products and product revisions, including manufacturability and design standardization efforts.
  • Investigate production non-conformances, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
  • Plan and execute equipment, machinery, facility layout, and process upgrades while partnering with cross-functional stakeholders.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting: This role offers the chance to join a company that priorities both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 2+ years of experience in design, manufacturing, and production of mechanical or electrical hardware (including internships and collegiate extracurricular projects)
• 2+ years of experience with electronic box build, battery build or cable harness builds

What Sets You Apart:

• Master's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in design, manufacturing, and production of mechanical or electrical hardware (including internships and collegiate extracurricular projects)
• 5+ years of experience with electronic box build, battery build or cable harness builds
• Experience standing up high-volume production processes and tracking systems.
• Experience developing manufacturing processes for new types of products (i.e. - Battery Manufacturing)
• New equipment procurement and process setup (i.e. - Laser Wire Stripper)
• Experience modeling with 3D CAD software
• Familiarity with IPC standards (i.e. IPC-A-620)
• Experience creating work instructions and standards for operators
• Working knowledge of typical manufacturing execution systems and quality management systems.
• Self-motivated to implement goals and solve complex problems with little supervision
• Hands-on approach with a focus on continuous improvement through creative problem solving
• Effective communication in both technical and non-technical conversations.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.