Manufacturing Process Engineer
Location: Danbury, CT (100% Onsite)
Pay: $43.27 - $48.08/hr
Schedule: 9/80 Schedule (Every Other Friday Off)
Week 1: Monday-Thursday, 7:30 AM-5:00 PM; Friday, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM
Week 2: Monday-Thursday, 7:30 AM-5:00 PM; Friday Off
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to support a leading aerospace and defense electronics manufacturer in Danbury, CT. This position focuses on optimizing manufacturing operations, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and partnering with engineering and production teams to improve efficiency, quality, and throughput.
The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing engineering, process improvement, lean manufacturing, and aerospace, defense, or electronics manufacturing environments.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and streamline production operations using a Manufacturing Execution System (MES).
Identify, implement, and support tooling required to achieve production goals.
Analyze production and manufacturing data to identify issues, solve problems, and support data-driven decision making.
Optimize floor layouts and manufacturing workflows based on forecasts and production demands.
Partner with Engineering to support Design for Manufacturing (DFM) initiatives and improve manufacturability.
Develop and maintain process plans, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
Lead Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen events while driving site-wide continuous improvement initiatives.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
Utilize sound judgment in production-related situations and provide support on new assignments and process challenges.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
5+ years of Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Process Engineering, or Process Engineering experience.
Experience supporting manufacturing operations within a production environment.
Strong background in:
Manufacturing Engineering
Process Improvement
Continuous Improvement
Lean Manufacturing
Six Sigma methodologies
Process Plans
Work Instructions
Manufacturing Process Development
Experience analyzing manufacturing data and implementing process improvements.
Ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, and Production teams.
U.S. Citizenship required.
Ability to meet DoD security requirements and obtain required security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Aerospace and Defense manufacturing experience.
Electronics manufacturing experience.
Lean implementation experience in a manufacturing environment.
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
background in manufacturing, production, industrial engineering, tooling, testing, processing, robotics, automation, or software-driven manufacturing environments.
Work Environment
This position is fully onsite in Danbury, CT and supports manufacturing operations within the aerospace and defense electronics industry. The role offers direct involvement with process engineering, manufacturing optimization, Lean initiatives, and production support in a highly collaborative environment.
Why Join This Team?
Support cutting-edge aerospace and defense programs.
Lead impactful process improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
Work closely with engineering and production teams to improve operational performance.
Opportunity to mentor junior engineers and influence manufacturing strategy.
Enjoy a flexible 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
Competitive compensation and the opportunity to make an immediate impact in a high-visibility role.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Danbury, CT.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $48.08/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Danbury, CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Danbury,CT.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
