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Manufacturing Engineer – Shape the Future of Aerospace Manufacturing

Location: Savannah, GA | Pay Rate: $55/hour | Schedule: Full-Time, 1st Shift (5am - 3:30pm)

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to hire an experienced Manufacturing Engineer ready to drive process excellence and operational performance.

In this role, you'll work in a high-impact production or post-production environment, solving complex manufacturing challenges, optimizing processes, and driving operational excellence. Your work will directly influence the quality, efficiency, and reliability of cutting-edge aerospace products.

Key Responsibilities:

Working under minimal supervision, the Manufacturing Engineer II will:

• Conduct technical analyses and studies to recommend improvements in production methods, tooling, layout, and material flow.

• Develop detailed work instructions that optimize efficiency, reduce defects, and ensure compliance with engineering requirements.

• Create Manufacturing Bills of Materials (MBOM) using SAP, Solumina, or Corridor, ensuring all components are captured in the production process.

• Draft rework instructions (DRDI/DMT) to support corrective action and quality improvement initiatives.

• Perform productibility assessments to align engineering designs with manufacturability, and participate in Design for Manufacturing reviews.

• Use statistical methods to forecast manufacturing requirements and analyze operational performance.

• Support procurement decisions by assisting in make-or-buy proposals and vendor evaluations.

• Lead or coordinate cross-functional project implementation with minimal supervision.

• Integrate Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles into new and existing processes.

• Support safety, sustainability, ergonomic, and business continuity initiatives across operations.

• Ensure compliance with quality standards and proactively recommend improvements.

• Audit peer work and maintain accurate documentation of daily and weekly outputs.

Required and Preferred Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field), or equivalent education and experience.

• Minimum of 18 months of experience in manufacturing engineering, production planning, or a related technical field.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles (Green Belt certification or higher preferred).

• Proficiency in engineering systems such as SAP, Solumina (preferred), CATIA, Corridor, and CADAM.

• Solid understanding of engineering drawings, quality control, tooling, and safety practices.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project coordination skills.

• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Why Join Us:

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect top engineering talent with industry-leading aerospace companies. As a part of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to pioneering projects that define the future of flight. We foster a work culture grounded in innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Gain:

• Access to exciting aerospace programs and technologies

• A collaborative, high-performance work environment

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Opportunities for skill development and career advancement

• A chance to influence the next generation of aerospace manufacturing

Take the Next Step in Your Career

If you're a driven, detail-oriented engineer ready to elevate your impact in aerospace manufacturing, we want to hear from you. Apply today to become part of a team that builds the future—one component at a time.

Pay Details: $55.00 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.
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Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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