Staff Manufacturing Engineer

Staff Manufacturing Engineer Professional Employment Group of Colorado Littleton, CO Job Details Temp-to-hire $135,000 - $160,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Quality assurance within aerospace industry Technical engineering New product introduction engineering projects Defect resolution root cause analysis Production deviation management GD&T Manufacturing facility Quality control within aerospace industry Technology transfer (scale-up process) Design for manufacturability (DFM) AI Manufacturing company experience AS9100 Failure analysis Full Job Description Staff Manufacturing Engineer Location Littleton, Colorado Compensation $135,000 - $160,000 base salary (DOE) (Contract to Hire) Competitive total compensation package including bonus eligibility, PTO, and full benefits upon conversion Position Overview A leading aerospace manufacturing organization is seeking a Staff Manufacturing Engineer to support the development and scaling of high-reliability space hardware production. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity designed for a senior-level engineering professional who can lead manufacturing strategy, drive production readiness, and enable scalable, high-rate assembly of complex aerospace systems. This role is highly strategic in nature and supports the transition of advanced hardware from development into repeatable, production-ready manufacturing environments. Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Leadership & Strategy Serve as the technical manufacturing owner across complex assemblies and multiple aerospace programs Develop and execute scalable manufacturing strategies to support increased production rates and delivery targets Lead capacity planning, production flow optimization, and line balancing initiatives Assembly, Integration & Test (AI&T) Lead AI&T planning and execution for mechanical systems and module-level testing Standardize integration and test processes to improve repeatability, throughput, and quality Support end-to-end production readiness activities Design for Manufacturability (DFM) Provide manufacturing input during design reviews (PDR, CDR, MRR, TRR) Drive

DFM/DFA/DFT

best practices to improve producibility, cost efficiency, and performance Review and approve engineering drawings for manufacturing readiness Process Development & Continuous Improvement Develop and improve manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and automation solutions Lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives focused on yield, cycle time, and efficiency improvements Track and improve KPIs including FPY, OEE, and throughput Quality & Non-Conformance Management Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions for non-conformance issues (NCRs) Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) decisions and quality disposition strategies Ensure compliance with aerospace and customer quality standards (AS9100) Production & Supply Chain Support Provide hands-on support on the production floor to resolve build and execution issues Collaborate with supply chain and procurement to ensure material readiness and flow Manage production risks related to lead times, shortages, and supplier performance Technical Leadership & Mentorship Mentor and develop manufacturing engineers and production personnel Serve as a subject matter expert for complex manufacturing challenges Drive technical standards across manufacturing operations Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace Engineering, or related field 8-15 years of manufacturing engineering experience Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing environments Proven success scaling products from development into production Strong background in AI&T, DFM/DFA/DFT, and production system design Experience with NCR resolution and root cause analysis Familiarity with AS9100 quality standards and GD&T Preferred Qualifications Experience in spacecraft fabrication and testing Exposure to manufacturing automation or programming Strong documentation and process development background Experience working in cross-functional engineering environments Soft Skills Strong technical leadership and decision-making ability Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills High attention to detail and accountability in execution Ability to thrive in fast-paced, production-driven environments Strong mentoring and team development mindset Additional Requirements Must meet ITAR compliance requirements (U.S. Citizen or lawful permanent resident) Background check required Drug screening required Interview Process Initial recruiter screening Hiring manager technical interview Cross-functional panel interview (engineering, quality, operations) Final leadership interview Why This Opportunity This is a high-impact role supporting the scale-up of advanced aerospace manufacturing programs. The position offers strong visibility across engineering and operations teams, with the opportunity to directly influence production strategy, process design, and the successful launch of space-grade hardware into high-rate manufacturing. Please submit your resume for consideration. #PEG2