Manufacturing Engineer (Metallurgy & Materials) Columbia , MO 65299

Posted:

11/02/2026

Industry:

Manufacturing Job Number:

c3J3a2xkaVBMUkh4M09UZnA0d2Y5Zz09

Pay Rate:

80000-115000

Yearly USD Job Code:

JPC - 17873

Job Description The Structures Company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer (Metallurgy & Materials) in Columbia, MO.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a proactive Manufacturing Engineer (Manufacturing Engineer (Metallurgy & Materials) to join our dynamic team. Support the development, qualification, manufacturing, and continuous improvement of materials and manufacturing for aerospace components and assemblies. The engineer will work closely with mechanical engineering, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and operations to ensure materials and processes meet stringent aerospace performance, reliability, quality, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of aerospace materials and manufacturing processes, excellent problem-solving skills, and experience translating engineering requirements into robust, repeatable production processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Select, evaluate, and qualify materials for aerospace structures, components, and assemblies. Develop, validate, and improve manufacturing processes including machining, forming, heat treatment, welding, brazing, bonding, composites, coatings, and surface treatments. Establish and maintain material and process specifications, standards, work instructions, and process-control requirements. Support new product introduction (NPI), production ramp-up, and manufacturing readiness activities. Investigate material and process-related defects, nonconformances, and production issues using structured root-cause analysis. Develop corrective and preventive actions and verify their effectiveness. Partner with Mechanical Engineering to assess material compatibility, manufacturability, durability, and performance. Support qualification and certification of new materials, suppliers, processes, and equipment. Analyze material and process data to identify trends, improve capability, and reduce scrap and rework. Participate in failure analysis, testing, metallurgical evaluation, and laboratory investigations. Support supplier development, audits, and resolution of supplier material/process issues. Prepare engineering reports, technical specifications, qualification documentation, and process documentation. Ensure compliance with applicable aerospace standards, customer requirements, and regulatory requirements. Support configuration management and engineering change activities related to materials and processes. Drive continuous-improvement initiatives involving cost reduction, quality improvement, cycle-time reduction, and process robustness. Provide technical support to manufacturing personnel and troubleshoot complex production problems. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, or a related field. Experience with composite materials and manufacturing processes. Knowledge of heat treatment, surface treatment, coatings, corrosion, fatigue, fracture, and material characterization. Experience with welding, brazing, soldering, adhesive bonding, or other joining processes. Familiarity with

AS9100 , FAA

requirements, and aerospace material/process specifications. Experience with statistical process control (SPC), design of experiments (DOE), and process capability analysis. Familiarity with non-destructive testing (NDT) methods and metallographic analysis. Experience working with aerospace OEM, customer, or regulatory qualification requirements. The team values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Our client offers:

Competitive pay based on experience. 100% company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance. Additional benefits including 401(k), paid time off, and career development opportunities. A collaborative and innovative work environment where your contributions make a difference

•For immediate consideration, please email resume to Gus.

Sanchez@TheStructuresCompany.com The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE) Meet Your Recruiter Gus Sanchez Gus Sanchez leads Strategic Defense Talent Solutions, bringing more than 15 years of experience in the Aerospace & Defense industry. As a strategic partner to our clients, he develops tailored talent solutions that support critical programs, improve workforce efficiency, and meet evolving business needs. With deep expertise in recruiting strategy and the defense sector, Gus stays ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and changing talent demands. He holds a B.S. in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and is a U.S. Coast Guard veteran. 314-276-2669 gus.sanchez@thestructurescompany.com Connect on

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