Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with a strong experience in electronics manufacturing processes to support production operations within a high-reliability Aerospace & Defense environment. This role will focus on optimizing manufacturing efficiency, improving quality, and supporting the transition of complex electronic products from design into production. You will be pivotal in rolling out two new 'hybrid' products for notable companies.

Responsibilities

• Support and improve electronics manufacturing processes including PCB assembly (PCBA), cable/harnessing, and system-level integration.

• Develop, document, and maintain work instructions, process flows, and manufacturing procedures.

• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to ensure Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles are applied to new and existing products.

• Lead process improvements focused on yield, throughput, cost reduction, and quality enhancements.

• Troubleshoot production issues related to electronics assemblies and implement corrective actions.

• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities, including process validation and first article builds.

• Ensure compliance with Aerospace & Defense standards such as IPC and AS9100.

• Work cross-functionally with supply chain, quality, and test engineering teams to drive operational performance.

Essential Skills

• 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience in electronics manufacturing.

• Experience in Aerospace & Defense or other high-reliability, regulated environments.

• Strong knowledge of PCB/PCBA processes, electronics assembly, and production workflows.

• Familiarity with IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001) and quality systems such as AS9100.

• Experience supporting NPI efforts and transitioning products into production.

• Strong problem-solving skills with hands-on troubleshooting capability.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Exposure to test processes or integration of electronic systems.

• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.

• Supporting low-to-mid volume, high-mix production.

• Knowledge of continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, project management, engineering validation, and production practices.

Work Environment

The role involves working closely with the manufacturing engineering team and supervisor on the production floor within a small team. The work environment is very clean, reflecting the high standards of the Aerospace & Defense industry.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Melbourne, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $43.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Melbourne,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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