Avionics Manufacturing Engineer II

Aleron; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions in Leander, TX seeks an Avionics Manufacturing Engineer II to help scale in-house avionics production for an ambitious launch schedule. You will identify production blockers from design release through delivery, optimize manufacturing and test processes, and lead new product introductions with manufacturability in mind.

The role requires a foundational engineering degree and hands-on experience with hardware assembly and box builds, plus a drive for continuous improvement in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering
• 2+ years of design/manufacturing experience in mechanical or electrical hardware
• 2+ years of experience with electronic box build, battery build, or cable harness builds

Responsibilities

• Identify and remove production blockers from design release through delivery.
• Optimize and automate manufacturing and test processes to improve quality and throughput.
• Lead introduction of new products and revisions including manufacturability and standardization.
• Investigate non-conformances, implement corrective actions.
• Plan equipment, machinery, facility layout, and process upgrades with cross-functional partners.

Skills

Hands-on problem solving

Effective communication

Self-motivated

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 knowledge IPC-A-620

Job description

Description

• Job Title: Avionics Manufacturing Engineer II
• Location: Leander, TX
• Employment Type: Direct Hire
• Industry: Aerospace & Defense
• Compensation: $105K- $110K/Year
• Schedule: 40 Hours/Week
• Client offers full benefits and relocating if needed
• 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.