Flight Test Manufacturing Engineer – Assembly & Install

ACL Digital; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

ACL Digital is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer 3 to lead flight test assembly, planning, and design efforts in Tukwila, WA. This on-site role supports flight test design and installation planning for commercial airplane programs (BCA) and derivative aircraft (MS&B).

As the owner of the integrated build plan, you will perform DFMA analysis, develop detailed work instructions, and ensure compliance with design configuration, test, and program requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry (ABET accreditation preferred) with 5+ years of related experience.
• Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience.
• Experience in aerospace or flight test environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain integrated build plans and BOMs for assembly and fabrication.
• Perform DFMA analysis and lead producibility assessments.
• Participate in IPTs with Test Project Management, Design Engineering, and Industrial Engineering.
• Coordinate with fabrication teams, Supplier Management, and MMO for sourcing and supplier integration.
• Establish process improvements, tools, standards, and training materials for the planning team.
• Prepare build analyses, cost estimates, and sequencing to support program delivery.

Skills

DFMA

Producibility

Work instructions

BOM creation

Supplier integration

Cross-discipline integration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry

Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience

Job description

ACL Digital is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer 3 to lead flight test assembly, planning, and design efforts in Tukwila, WA. This on-site role supports flight test design and installation planning for commercial airplane programs (BCA) and derivative aircraft (MS&B).

As the owner of the integrated build plan, you will perform DFMA analysis, develop detailed work instructions, and ensure compliance with design configuration, test, and program requirements.