Manufacturing Engineer

Matern Staffing is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer for a global defense technology company in Stafford, VA. In this role, you’ll bridge the gap between design and production to ensure manufacturing processes are robust, scalable, and aligned with product requirements. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll use your strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and electro-mechanical expertise to support New Product Introduction (NPI), refine production workflows, and guide cross-functional teams through technical challenges.

This is a direct hire role requiring applicants to live within a 30-minute commute of the Stafford office.

U.S. citizenship and international travel availability are required due to client/government contract requirements.

Salary:

$105,000-$115,000/yr

Schedule:

TBD

What You’ll Do:

New Product Introduction (NPI) Support

• Collaborate with R&D, design, and supply chain teams to transition products from development to production
• Develop and validate manufacturing processes for new products, including tooling, fixtures, and assembly methods
• Participate in design reviews to ensure manufacturability and cost-effectiveness

Technical Data Package (TDP) Support

• Interpret and clarify engineering drawings, PCBA schematics, BOMs, and specifications for internal teams and suppliers
• Ensure all documentation is complete, accurate, and production-ready

Process Engineering

• Define and optimize assembly and test processes for electro-mechanical systems
• Support root-cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with procurement, quality, and supplier engineering teams to ensure alignment on technical requirements
• Support supplier onboarding and provide technical training as needed
• Collaborate with design and R&D teams to ensure the manufacture of new products

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field)
• Per contract requirements: MUST BE A US Citizen with the ability to travel internationally
• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably with electro-mechanical, defense, or aerospace systems
• Strong understanding of NPI processes and DFM principles
• Proficiency interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, PCBA schematics, and BOMs
• Skilled in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) and manufacturing systems (e.g., PDM, Autodesk Vault, SW Composer)
• Strong understanding of electro-mechanical assembly methods
• Experience working with suppliers and contract manufacturers
• Knowledge of CNC machining, injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, 3D printing, and composites
• Familiarity with ERP and PLM systems
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of IPC standards and electronics manufacturing best practices
• Hands-on experience with assembly, testing, and troubleshooting
• Lean Six Sigma certification or similar process improvement training

About Our Client:

This global defense technology company designs and produces advanced systems that operate across air, land, and sea, delivering precision, adaptability, and mission-ready capabilities. With U.S.-based production facilities and close collaboration with defense partners, the company provides reliable, field-proven solutions that support critical operations and strengthen the industrial base.

About Matern Staffing:

For over 55 years Matern Staffing has built relationships with businesses and job seekers to provide staffing solutions and job opportunities to the areas of Virginia, Maryland, and beyond. We believe that when employees and business partners succeed, families and communities thrive.

Matern Staffing is a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) Certified Organization.

Matern Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.