Manufacturing Engineer III

Full-time Contract Position – Hagerstown, MD

Our Client delivers customer-focused operations and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. Through leading-edge technologies and transformative solutions, it has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and one of America’s fastest-growing corporations. The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) team also provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection, and security solutions worldwide. #EngineeringTheFuture

The Company

Our Client’s mission is to stay ahead of the curve, developing solutions today to tackle the challenges of tomorrow. With over 60 years of leadership, they have driven transformative change in the aerospace and defense industry. Their innovative solutions provide connected protection through advanced command, control, and communications platforms, along with capabilities in ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and more, ensuring national security across multiple domains. Dedicated to expanding the industrial base and delivering open architecture platforms, our client plays a crucial role in fostering competition, providing value, and accelerating innovation. Their ability to scale and commitment to open architecture set them apart in driving industry progress.

The Position

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and optimize production processes for advanced special mission aircraft and ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) platforms. You’ll play a key role in bringing next-generation aerospace technologies to life—applying cutting-edge manufacturing methods, ensuring top-tier quality, and driving continuous improvement across the full product lifecycle. Be part of a team that’s redefining the future of aerospace and defense innovation.

Duties & Responsibilities

Research, design, develop, test, and improve advanced aerospace manufacturing processes and systems
Collaborate with design, quality, and production teams to ensure efficient and cost-effective manufacturing
Review engineering designs for producibility and lead implementation from concept to completion
Develop tooling, fixtures, work instructions, and production procedures
Apply manufacturing technologies and best practices to enhance product performance and reliability
Support new product introductions and transition designs into production
Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) processes for non-conformance dispositions
Interface with vendors for external tooling fabrication
Engage directly with shop floor personnel during all project phases

Supervisory Responsibilities

No immediate direct reports

Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering discipline with 6+ years of relevant experience (advanced degrees may substitute)
Experience in the aerospace and defense industry
Proficiency with CATIA CAD software for tool design and drawings
Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5
Familiarity with PLM, MES, and MRP systems
Knowledge of CNC programming, machining, and manufacturing processes
Experience developing work instructions and process documentation
Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary engineering teams
Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Experience

Experience with aircraft modification and system integration
Background in new product introduction (NPI) and production transitions
Understanding of parametric and model-based design principles
Hands-on experience with tooling fabrication and vendor management
Familiarity with manufacturing resource planning and continuous improvement methodologies

Work Environment

On-site position located in Hagerstown, Maryland
This is a 6-month contract

Compensation

Position offers an hourly W2 Rate between $45 - $55, with additional benefits

Requirements

Because this client is a Federal Government Contractor performing services for the DoD, US Air Force, NASA and others, they do require US, Non-Dual Citizenship

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None required

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This company is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.