Manufacturing Planner

PDS Tech Commercial • Huntsville, AL • 9h ago

Engineer the Future of Defense & Aerospace - Manufacturing Engineer (Advanced Programs | PAC-3 Team)

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a premier leader in the aviation and defense industry to hire an experienced Manufacturing Engineer in Huntsville, AL . If you're ready to lead complex manufacturing initiatives, optimize production systems, and contribute to cutting-edge defense technology, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Role Summary & Impact

As a Manufacturing Engineer , you will play a critical leadership role in developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes that support advanced aerospace and defense programs. Supporting the Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) team, you'll help drive production rate increases and next-generation technology upgrades.

Your expertise will directly influence production efficiency, product quality, and delivery performance-ensuring mission-critical systems are built to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and implement manufacturing processes, strategies, and production plans

Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) , work instructions, and build documentation

Lead integration of suppliers, materials, processes, and technologies into manufacturing operations

Develop tooling concepts and manage tooling lifecycle from design through disposition

Conduct producibility assessments and collaborate with engineering teams to optimize build flows

Analyze manufacturing performance and prepare cost estimates and build analyses

Identify and resolve complex manufacturing issues impacting cost, schedule, or quality

Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve cycle times

Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards

Develop scheduling templates, work statements, and process documentation

Support benchmarking and implementation of best practices across the enterprise

This is a fully onsite role in Huntsville, AL , working 1st shift (6:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday-Friday) .

Required Qualifications

8+ years of experience in manufacturing planning and production support

Strong experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, work instructions, and standardized processes

Experience with CAD software and manufacturing simulation tools

Proven problem-solving, communication, and project management skills

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment

U.S. Person status required (must meet export compliance requirements)

Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance (post-start)

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree in a STEM-related field (or equivalent experience)

Experience with Model-Based Design and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)

Familiarity with MES systems (e.g., MESci) and Material Resource Planning (MRP) systems (e.g., CompassContract)

Experience with engineering data management tools such as Windchill or Siemens Teamcenter

Strong collaboration and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts

Experience supporting defense or aerospace manufacturing programs

Why Join Us

Through PDS Tech Commercial, you'll contribute to programs that support national defense and advanced aerospace innovation. This is more than a job-it's a chance to work on high-impact systems that require precision, reliability, and engineering excellence.

What we offer:

Competitive pay Starting at : $46.52 per hour

Full-time, 12-month consultant opportunity

Opportunity to support advanced defense systems and next-gen manufacturing initiatives

Collaborative environment with top-tier engineering and production teams

Hands-on involvement in complex, high-visibility programs

Professional growth through exposure to cutting-edge tools, systems, and processes

Location: Huntsville, Alabama

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM (1st Shift)

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Manufacturing Engineer ready to lead, innovate, and drive production excellence in aerospace and defense, we want to hear from you.

Take your career to new heights with PDS Tech Commercial and be part of a team shaping the future of advanced manufacturing.

Apply now and help build the systems that protect and power tomorrow.

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: $46.52 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

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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