Manufacturing Engineer 3

The Structures Company; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Priority access Tier 1

Job summary

The Structures Company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer 3 in Tukwila, WA to lead cross‑functional build plans and manufacturing documentation for aerospace programs.

You will work with Test Project Management, Design Engineering, and Industrial Engineering to optimize part flow, fabrication, and supplier performance while maintaining program schedules and cost targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field required.
• Ability to support installation planning with design reviews and manufacturing plan authorship
• Ability to perform Manufacturing Engineering activities as the owner of the build plan

Responsibilities

• Participate in program IPTs to integrate technical solutions across engineering disciplines
• Lead collaboration with Test Project Management, Design Engineering, and Industrial Engineering to develop integrated build plans
• Develop and maintain manufacturing plans, BOMs, work instructions, and build documentation
• Coordinate with fabrication, procurement, and supplier management to ensure part flow, tracking, and delivery status
• Track part status, shipping, and supplier activities across programs
• Develop manufacturing engineering processes, tools, and standards for flight test programs
• Prepare build analyses and cost estimates
• Lead integration of suppliers, materials, processes, and technologies to meet manufacturing requirements
• Conduct DFMA and producibility assessments of designs
• Manage work statements, sequencing, schedules, and build planning to meet cost and delivery targets
• Develop and maintain installation planning, design reviews, and build plan ownership ensuring compliance with design configuration and processes
• Create work instructions, kitting, tooling, inspection requirements, and fabrication deliverables
• Draft and update processes, procedures, and training materials for engineering teams
• Operate under minimal supervision with full ownership of build plans
• Ensure all fabrication outputs meet design, test, and program requirements

Skills

IPT coordination

Test PM coordination

Manufacturing plans

Supplier management

DFMA analysis

Cost estimation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

BOM management

Job description

JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Engineer 3
LOCATION: Tukwila, WA
PAY RATE: $66.50/hour

Job Details

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions

• Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary

• Participate in program IPTs to integrate technical solutions across engineering disciplines
• Lead collaboration with Test Project Management, Design Engineering, and Industrial Engineering to develop integrated build plans
• Develop and maintain manufacturing plans, BOMs, work instructions, and build documentation
• Coordinate with fabrication, procurement, and supplier management to ensure part flow, tracking, and delivery status
• Track part status, shipping, and supplier activities across programs
• Develop manufacturing engineering processes, tools, and standards for flight test programs
• Prepare build analyses and cost estimates
• Lead integration of suppliers, materials, processes, and technologies to meet manufacturing requirements
• Conduct DFMA and producibility assessments of designs
• Manage work statements, sequencing, schedules, and build planning to meet cost and delivery targets
• Develop and maintain installation planning, design reviews, and build plan ownership ensuring compliance with design configuration and processes
• Create work instructions, kitting, tooling, inspection requirements, and fabrication deliverables
• Draft and update processes, procedures, and training materials for engineering teams
• Operate under minimal supervision with full ownership of build plans
• Ensure all fabrication outputs meet design, test, and program requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field required
• Ability to support installation planning by providing design reviews, manufacturing plan authorship, fabrication sourcing (internal and external to Boeing), and coordination with procurement and tracking activities
• Ability to perform Manufacturing Engineering activities as the owner of the build plan, ensuring compliance with design configuration and process requirements
• Ability to perform Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) analysis and develop integrated build plans, including work instructions for assembly and fabrication
• Ability to develop and manage deliverables such as kitting, tooling, inspection requirements, and other production support outputs to ensure fabrication meets design, test, and program requirements
• Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

About Us

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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