Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer | Own the Build. Solve Complex Problems. Help Shape the Future of Aviation.


Location: St. Augustine, FL 32095 | On-site

Job Type: Full-Time, Contract | 6 Months

Contract-to-Hire Intent: Yes, based on business needs and performance

Pay Rate: $68.27/hour

Schedule: Monday-Thursday | 4x10 Schedule | 6:00 AM-4:30 PM


PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to find an experienced Manufacturing Engineer ready to take ownership of the aircraft build process and provide real-time technical solutions on the production floor.


If you thrive in a hands-on manufacturing environment where engineering decisions directly impact quality, efficiency, and mission readiness, this is an opportunity to put your expertise to work.

Your Impact


As a Manufacturing Engineer , you'll serve as a key integrator between aircraft design and production. You'll help define how the aircraft is assembled , transforming engineering requirements into practical build plans, manufacturing processes, tooling requirements, and clear work instructions.


You'll partner closely with engineering, production, quality, and other cross-functional teams while providing hands-on technical support to resolve build issues and nonconformances in real time.


Your work will help ensure each aircraft is built as designed, delivered on schedule, and ready to meet mission needs.

What You'll Do


Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Review and interpret aircraft design requirements for manufacturability and translate them into clear, executable manufacturing work instructions .
• Partner with Design Engineering, Production, Tool Design Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Quality to establish effective build processes.
• Incorporate engineering and drawing changes into manufacturing processes and documentation.
• Develop, release, maintain, and revise Manufacturing Engineering documentation, including:
  • Work instructions
  • Visual aids
  • Bills of Material
  • Process documentation
• Identify and define manufacturing processes and specialty tooling that improve production efficiency, product quality, and operator ergonomics .
• Provide hands-on technical liaison support to production teams to troubleshoot and resolve build, tooling, and process-related issues .
• Help resolve manufacturing nonconformances in real time to keep production moving.
• Develop and deliver process training to production and support personnel to encourage consistent execution of manufacturing methods.
• Support site safety initiatives related to manufacturing processes, tooling, and work instructions.
• Communicate effectively with multiple levels of leadership as well as customers and suppliers.

Required Qualifications


To be considered for this Manufacturing Engineer opportunity, you should have:

• Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of experience in an engineering/manufacturing environment; OR
• Master's degree in a STEM field and at least 3 years of experience; OR
• PhD with 0 years of experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience reading and interpreting electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and/or electrical symbols
• Experience reading and interpreting detail, assembly, and installation drawings
• Hands-on experience working in a production assembly environment
• Ability to work any shift or an extended workweek as business needs require
• Ability to work at a computer or similar workstation for up to 10 hours during a shift
• Ability to occasionally stand, bend, and kneel for extended periods
• Ability to navigate a manufacturing environment involving tooling, stands, ladders, steps, and production equipment
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds as needed

Preferred Qualifications


You'll stand out if you bring:

• Background in aircraft wire harness fabrication, cable installation, avionics, power distribution systems, and/or electrical system testing and troubleshooting
• Strong electrical experience combined with solid manufacturing process knowledge
• Engineering degree in Manufacturing, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering , or a related discipline
• Experience using NX or similar CAD software
• Experience with SAP and MES , or similar manufacturing systems
• Understanding of Root Cause/Corrective Action (RCCA) processes and techniques
• Experience using RCCA tools such as:
  • Five Why
  • Pareto analysis
  • Fishbone diagrams
• Experience drafting, maintaining, and modifying work instructions and/or process specifications

Why Join Us?


At PDS Tech Commercial , we connect talented engineering professionals with opportunities to contribute to some of the most exciting and technically challenging work in the aviation industry.


In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:


Make an immediate impact.
You'll be directly involved with the production floor, helping solve real-world manufacturing challenges and keeping aircraft builds moving forward.


Work at the intersection of engineering and production.
Instead of engineering in isolation, you'll see firsthand how your decisions, processes, and documentation influence the finished aircraft.


Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Work alongside professionals in Design Engineering, Production, Quality, Tool Design, Industrial Engineering, and other critical disciplines.


Build valuable aerospace experience.
Expand your knowledge of aircraft manufacturing, electrical systems, tooling, CAD, root cause analysis, and production processes.


Enjoy a 4x10 schedule.
The Monday-through-Thursday schedule provides a consistent four-day workweek while supporting the needs of the production environment.


Explore long-term potential.
This position is intended to be contract-to-hire and aligns with the client's full-time Manufacturing Engineer role. Conversion to a permanent position is the intent, but is not guaranteed and will depend on business needs and other applicable factors.


Access competitive benefits.
Eligible PDS Tech Commercial employees may have access to benefits and resources based on applicable eligibility requirements and plan terms.

Ready to Own the Build?


If you're an experienced Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys being close to the product, solving problems in real time, and seeing your engineering expertise make an immediate impact on aircraft production, we want to hear from you.

Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and bring your manufacturing expertise to an exciting opportunity in the aviation industry.


$68.27/hour | St. Augustine, FL | 6-Month Contract | 4x10 Schedule | Contract-to-Hire Intent


This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Pay Details: $68.27 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.


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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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