Shape the Future of Flight — Manufacturing Engineer Opportunity in Advanced AerospaceLocation: Berkeley, MO
Schedule: Monday–Friday Must be open to 1st or 2nd shift (assigned at offer)
Pay Rate: Starting at $52.35 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time 12-Month Contract
Join PDS Tech Commercial and support a leading innovator in the aviation industry, where advanced manufacturing meets mission-critical aerospace production. This is your opportunity to contribute directly to the development of next-generation aircraft systems that strengthen national defense and redefine performance in the skies.
Your ImpactAs an Experienced Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in enabling production readiness, improving manufacturing efficiency, and ensuring the successful build of complex aerospace subsystems. Your work will directly influence the quality, safety, and delivery of advanced aircraft components—helping bring high-performance aviation technology from design to reality.
What You’ll Do- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement manufacturing processes for aircraft subsystems
- Ensure production readiness by identifying risks, improving workflows, and optimizing operations
- Support manufacturing operations by enhancing efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery
- Apply data analysis and engineering principles to drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Participate in design reviews, providing manufacturability and assembly feedback
- Support composite fabrication and subsystem production activities
- Contribute to the integration of 3D model-based instructions and digital manufacturing tools
- Partner with engineering and production teams to resolve technical and process challenges
What You BringRequired Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Data Science, or related field
- 5+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent combinations of education and experience)
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering principles
- Ability to work onsite full-time and support assigned shift (1st or 2nd)
Preferred Qualifications- Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering
- Experience in composite fabrication and aerospace manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with defense or aerospace industry programs
- Experience with 3D model-based definition/instruction systems
- Hands-on experience with tools such as CREO, CATIA, MES, DELMIA, ProModel, FlexSim, or similar
- Exposure to Manufacturing Execution System Common Image (MESci)
- Experience in collaborative digital environments (e.g., multi-monitor engineering rooms, visualization tools)
Why Join UsAt PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll be part of a team that supports innovation at the highest level of aerospace engineering.
- Work on advanced aviation and defense programs that make a real-world impact
- Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge manufacturing technologies
- Collaborate with highly skilled engineers and industry experts
- Competitive pay and opportunities to grow your technical expertise
- A culture built on precision, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Take Your Career HigherIf you’re ready to apply your engineering expertise to complex aerospace challenges and help build the future of flight, this is your moment.
Apply today and take the next step in your manufacturing engineering career.
This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.
Pay Details: $52.35 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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