Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Launch Your Aerospace Engineering Career as a Manufacturing Engineer with a Leader in Aviation

Build the future of flight while supporting one of the most iconic helicopter programs in the world.

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a renowned aviation industry leader to hire a Manufacturing Engineer (Level 2) for the Chinook Airframe Engineering Team in Ridley Park, PA . If you're an engineering professional who enjoys solving manufacturing challenges, improving production processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams, this is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to mission-critical aerospace programs.

Position: Manufacturing Engineer (Level 2)
Location: Ridley Park, PA
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12-Month Assignment)
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 1st Shift (7:00 AM-4:00 PM)
Pay Rate: Starting at $48.68 per hour

Make an Impact on Aerospace Manufacturing

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll help transform engineering designs into efficient, high-quality manufacturing processes that support the production of Chinook airframe structures and assemblies. Working alongside engineering, production, quality, tooling, planning, and supply chain teams, you'll play a key role in ensuring products are manufacturable, cost-effective, and built to the highest standards of safety and performance.

Your contributions will directly influence production efficiency, product quality, and the success of a world-class aerospace program.

What You'll DoSupport Manufacturing Process Development

• Assist in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for airframe components and assemblies.
• Participate in producibility reviews and manufacturing readiness activities for new and revised designs.
• Translate engineering drawings, specifications, models, and requirements into practical manufacturing processes and work instructions.
• Support the development of tooling, fixtures, jigs, and assembly methods that enhance manufacturing efficiency.

Drive Problem Solving and Production Success

• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues impacting production quality, cost, and schedule.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for defects, process disruptions, and quality concerns.
• Apply engineering analysis and structured problem-solving techniques to improve production performance.
• Assist in resolving production line challenges to support continuous workflow.

Collaborate Across Teams

• Work closely with design engineering to improve manufacturability, assembly sequencing, quality, and cost effectiveness.
• Partner with quality, tooling, planning, and supply chain teams to support manufacturing objectives.
• Maintain and update process plans, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in:
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Or a related engineering field
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, production engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience supporting mechanical assemblies or manufacturing processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, models, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience participating in root cause analysis, corrective action, or manufacturing problem-solving activities.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability manufacturing industry experience.
• Experience supporting airframe structures, assemblies, or mechanical production processes.
• Familiarity with manufacturing readiness reviews and process improvement initiatives.
• Master's degree or equivalent combination of advanced technical education and experience.
• ABET-accredited engineering degree preferred, though not required.

Skills for Success

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Initiative and ownership of assigned responsibilities
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Adaptability and a continuous learning mindset
• Customer focus and accountability for results

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented professionals with industry-leading organizations where innovation, teamwork, and professional growth thrive.

When you join this opportunity, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive pay starting at $48.68 per hour
• Consistent Monday-Friday, first-shift schedule
• The opportunity to support the legendary Chinook aircraft program
• Exposure to cutting-edge aerospace manufacturing technologies and processes
• A collaborative environment where your ideas and expertise matter
• Valuable experience working alongside industry-leading engineering professionals
• Opportunities to grow your technical skills and expand your career in aerospace
• Meaningful work that contributes to products relied upon around the world

This is more than a contract assignment—it's a chance to be part of a team that helps shape the future of aviation.

Apply Today

Ready to take your engineering career to new heights?

Join PDS Tech Commercial as a Manufacturing Engineer and help drive the innovation, quality, and performance behind one of aviation's most respected aerospace platforms. Apply today and become part of something extraordinary.

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Pay Details: $50.00 to $60.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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