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Manufacturing Engineer - Electronics (Aerospace/Defense)

Aleron
United States, Florida, Fort Walton Beach
Apr 20, 2026
Description Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer - Electronics Location: Ft. Walton Beach, FL Employment Type: Salaried Full-time direct Industry: Aerospace Compensation: $90K - $115K Work Schedule: M-F About the Opportunity: Join this international organization just minutes away from white-sand beaches of the Gulf and you'll join a trusted, dynamic organization that supplies prime defense manufacturers with custom radar, directed energy and electric warfare solutions for placement on innovative, next-gen military platforms. Join us and our growing business as we supply solutions that enable the latest defense technology! What You'll Do: Study, analyze and design methods, procedures, processes, layouts, flow, fixtures and tooling as needed to support production. Investigate, recommend, and implement manufacturing cost reduction and product improvement programs. Identify root cause and corrective actions for manufacturing problems. Participate in customer specification and statement of work reviews. Participate in the review and evaluation of new product designs or design changes. Review and analyze design change requests initiated by manufacturing personnel to determine feasibility, validity, savings, effect on design, and to verify justification for change. Evaluate, test and select facilities, equipment and materials required for production in conjunction with Production Supervisors, Purchasing and other groups. Perform a variety of cost analyses, e.g., cost estimates for quotations or "make or buy" decisions. Develop manufacturing operating instructions. Develop and track manufacturing metrics to monitor the health of processes. Evaluate non-conformances as part of the Material Review Board Direct work activities of production operators to aid in problem solving. Develop procedures and train assemblers and operators in machine operations, processes or assembly applications. Coordinate with vendors and customers. Identify and prioritize work with limited input from manager. Develop ROI or business case and present to management in the support of capital equipment, new product or process development and productivity improvements. About Acara Solutions Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide. Job Requirements What You'll Bring (Requirements): Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or other technician discipline Min 5 years of experience as a manufacturing engineer with knowledge of high technology electronics design and manufacturing operation; Basic knowledge of material characteristics and processing, chemicals; Basic concepts of electrical systems, mechanical systems, fluids, and heat transfer. Min 1 year working under AS9100 and AS9145 This is an ITAR aerospace facility, U.S. Persons required. The ability to obtain a Secret clearance required. What Set's You Apart (Preferred): BSEE Aerospace, defense or other highly regulated industry After you apply, you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit. The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you. Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status. Apply