Manufacturing Planner - DEFENSE

JOB TITLE : Manufacturing Planner - DEFENSE

LOCATION : Palmdale, CA

PAY RATE : $35-60 / hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details :

Job Type : Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

Clearance : Active Secret Clearance (investigation within the last 5 years or CE enrollment)

Industry : Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

Benefits : Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

Perks : Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Openings Nationwide : Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions :

Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary :

Develop comprehensive work instructions and supporting documentation for assigned manufacturing areas.

Apply in-depth knowledge of shop theory, tooling, and manufacturing methods to optimize processes.

Interpret and advise on engineering, tooling, and production requirements to create efficient, cost-effective instructions.

Serve as liaison between Engineering, Planning, Tool Design, Tool Shops, and Production to ensure conformance between shop fabrication and planning documentation.

Investigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions as needed.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues related to Engineering, Manufacturing, and Order Bills of Materials (EBOM, MBOM, OBOM) .

Utilize software such as SAP, MS Office, CAPP / SFM, Solumina / iBASEt, Teamcenter, and 3DX for planning and documentation.

Requirements :

Active Secret Clearance (investigation within the last 5 years or CE enrollment)

5+ years of planning or equivalent manufacturing / engineering documentation experience

Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation

Proficiency in technical writing and documentation development

Knowledge of fabrication, tooling, manufacturing, and inspection methods for aircraft parts and systems

Understanding of EBOM, MBOM, and OBOM structure and relationships

Familiarity with CAD / CAE tools (SolidWorks, CATIA, Autodesk Inventor) and PLM software (Teamcenter, Windchill, SAP PLM)

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field , or equivalent industry experience (Aerospace, Automotive, or similar)

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Must be willing to work any shift or work schedule

Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

About Us :

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements :

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations .

Keywords : aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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