Spirit Defense - Manufacturing Engineer (Associate or Mid-level)
Core
Develops and guides program manufacturing and tooling plans, implements advanced manufacturing technologies, and improves processes for defense and space missions.
Role type
Manufacturing Engineer (Associate or Mid-level)
Builds
Manufacturing configurations, tooling simulations, and production processes for defense/space systems
Domain
Aerospace / Defense Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Process engineering principles, Trade and cost studies, Assembly planning, Tooling simulation, Composite non-metallic knowledge, Electrical/Electronics knowledge, Machining knowledge, Sheet metal knowledge, Systems and Structures knowledge, 2D/3D design interpretation, Metallic manufacturing techniques, Composite manufacturing techniques
Preferred skills
Continuous Improvement Toolset (Seven Wastes), Advanced manufacturing technologies implementation, Integrated product and process team leadership
Technologies
2D/3D design platforms, Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
Responsibilities
Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, and supply teams to develop manufacturing and tooling plans; Identify and implement advanced manufacturing technologies; Perform trade and cost studies; Guide requirements for assembly and manufacturing configurations.
Seniority
Associate (2+ years) to Mid-Level (5+ years)
