Manufacturing Engineer 2

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc.; Ridley Park (Delaware County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer 2 for a contract role in Ridley Park, PA, 100% onsite. The position supports the Chinook airframe engineering team, focusing on developing and improving production processes for airframe components and assemblies.

You will collaborate with engineering, production, quality, tooling, planning, and supply chain to ensure designs are producible, cost-efficient, and compliant with program requirements; prior experience in aerospace or high-reliability

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering or related field.
• Typically 2+ years in manufacturing or production engineering.
• Experience with mechanical assemblies or high-reliability industries.
• Ability to interpret drawings, models, specs, and docs.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve airframe manufacturing processes.
• Support producibility reviews and manufacturing readiness.
• Translate drawings and requirements into processes and work instructions.
• Define tooling and assembly methods for efficient production.
• Troubleshoot issues and support root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with design to improve manufacturability and quality.
• Maintain process plans and work instructions.
• Support production line problem resolution using engineering analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Ability to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Job description

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer 2 for a contract opportunity in Ridley Park, PA. 100% onsite.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• Accredited Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Typically, 2 or more years of experience in manufacturing engineering, production engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience working with mechanical assemblies or manufacturing processes, preferably in aerospace, defense, or another high-reliability industry.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, models, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience supporting problem‑solving activities such as root cause analysis or corrective action.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑based environment.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Client is seeking a Level 2 Manufacturing Engineer to join the Chinook Airframe Engineering team in Ridley Park, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will support the development, implementation, and improvement of manufacturing processes for airframe structures and assemblies supporting the Chinook platform. You will work closely with engineering, production, quality, tooling, planning, and supply chain teams to help ensure designs are producible, efficient, and compliant with program requirements.

• Support development and refinement of manufacturing processes for airframe components and assemblies.
• Assist with producibility reviews and manufacturing readiness efforts for new or revised designs.
• Translate engineering drawings, models, specifications, and requirements into practical manufacturing processes and work instructions.
• Help define tooling, fixtures, jigs, and assembly methods to support efficient production.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and support root cause analysis for defects, escapes, and process disruptions.
• Collaborate with design engineering to improve manufacturability, assembly sequence, cost, and quality.
• Assist in maintaining manufacturing documentation such as process plans, work instructions, and special process requirements.
• Support production line problem resolution using engineering analysis and structured problem‑solving methods.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and take ownership of assigned work.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Adaptability in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Customer focus and accountability.

Successful completion of training is a contingency for this assignment - OJT or formal classroom training.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

WORK HOURS

• Full‑Time/First Shift
• 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

ADDITIONAL

Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.