Sr Manufacturing Engineer

Staffeagle llc is hiring a Sr Manufacturing Engineer to support aircraft manufacturing from the Sandpoint, ID site. This onsite, Monday-Friday role focuses on improving production methods, flow, and manufacturing documentation while working closely with the shop floor to address build and fabrication challenges.

The position combines technical analysis with hands-on problem solving, including CAD and drawing work, DFM and GD&T evaluation, and root-cause corrective actions aimed at reducing labor hours, rework, and bottlenecks. You will also help ensure manufacturing data alignment through ERP and BOM reconciliation to keep routings and build instructions consistent.

Role scope

• Solve aircraft manufacturing and build problems directly with mechanics.
• Improve manufacturing methods, sequencing, ergonomics, work content, and production flow.
• Support fabrication, subassembly, and final assembly improvements.
• Perform CAD, drawing, DFM, and GD&T analysis.
• Create manufacturing drawings and models that meet fit, form, and function requirements.
• Resolve manufacturing issues through root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Reduce labor hours, rework, and bottlenecks through improved methods and tooling.
• Manage ERP alignment, including eBOM/mBOM reconciliation and manufacturing routings.
• Partner with engineering when manufacturing documentation cannot resolve production issues.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, including 10+ years in aerospace.
• Direct aircraft manufacturing experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong CAD, drawing interpretation, GD&T, and DFM experience.
• Hands-on knowledge of machining, sheet metal, welding, composites, and mechanical/electrical assembly.
• ERP systems experience and familiarity with engineering/manufacturing BOMs.
• Experience with root-cause investigation, corrective action, and Lean manufacturing.
• General aviation or low-rate, high-mix aerospace experience is highly valued.
• AS9100 or FAA/FAR Part 23 manufacturing exposure is a strong advantage.

Technologies

• CAD
• DFM
• GD&T
• ERP
• eBOM
• mBOM

Compensation and schedule

• Salary: USD 120,000 - 140,000 per year
• Schedule: Onsite, Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM
• Employment type: Fulltime / Direct hire
• Work location: In person

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Location

Sandpoint, ID (Onsite)

Relocation assistance: $25K - $35K flat payment with the first paycheck, depending on family size.