Manufacturing Engineer-2nd shift

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We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve production processes, develop tooling, create clear work instructions, and ensure efficient manufacturing operations. This role is instrumental in driving production excellence through engineering expertise and process development.

Primary Responsibilities :

Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods and processes.

Design and implement tooling and fixtures to optimize production efficiency.

Create and maintain detailed work instructions for production processes.

Support production line operations and troubleshoot manufacturing issues.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Design, and Operations to drive continuous improvement.

Assist in the implementation and support of MES systems, PLM systems (e.g., Windchill), and CAD tools.

Contribute to new product introduction (NPI) and process validation efforts.

Candidate must be a resident of the Northern Alabama area or willing to relocate

Basic Qualifications

Candidate must have a Bachelors degree and 4-8 years of prior relevant work experience or a Masters degree with 2-6 years of prior relevant work experience. In lieu of a degree a HS diploma / GED with 10 years of experience will be considered

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work independently and within a team.

Willingness to be hands-on and support production floor activities.

Must be a U.S Citizenand able to obtain / maintain a final secret security clearance

Proficiency in writing clear and concise work instructions.

This is a 2nd shift position

P referred Qualifications

Strong background in process development, tooling design, and production support.

Experience with Solumina, Windchill, MES systems, and SolidWorks or other CAD software.

Familiarity with aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability manufacturing industries.

Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced environments and lead process improvement initiatives.

This is a 2nd shift position

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Original Posting : September 16, 2025

For U.S. Positions : While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range :

Pay Range $72,150.00 - $130,425.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com / careers / pay-benefits .

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

REQNUMBER : R-00165987

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer / disability / vet.