Manufacturing Engineer

• ◆Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods, processes, and workflows.
• ◆Support and implement continuous improvement initiatives across aerospace and defense production lines.
• ◆Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure manufacturability of components and assemblies.
• ◆Assist with the design and procurement of tooling and fixtures.
• ◆Review and interpret engineering drawings, customer specifications, and industry standards.
• ◆Ensure compliance with aerospace and defense quality and safety standards.
• ◆Troubleshoot production issues and implement effective engineering solutions.
• ◆Document procedures, process flows, and work instructions.
• ◆Participate in new product introduction and process validation activities.

• ✓Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

• ✓Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• ✓Experience with aerospace and/or defense manufacturing is required.

• ✓3–5 years of experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• ✓Familiarity with AS9100 quality standards.
• ✓Experience with CNC programming, tooling design, or automation.

Benefits

Van-Am offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and financial security of its employees. Benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, Life Insurance and Disability Coverage, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options, Paid Time Off (PTO), and a Competitive Salary.

About Van-Am Tool & Engineering

Founded in 1981, Van-Am Tool & Engineering has become a leading provider of high-quality tooling, stamping, machining, and fabrication services throughout the Midwest. Our capabilities include laser cutting, press braking, robotic welding, powder coating, wet painting, and full-service design and build solutions. We proudly support industries where precision, performance, and reliability are paramount - including aerospace and defense.

As a federal government contractor, Van-Am Tool & Engineering is required to maintain a drug-free workplace under the Drug-Free Workplace Act. As part of the hiring process, all candidates who receive a conditional job offer must undergo a pre-employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana, regardless of state legalization.

Testing is conducted after a job offer is extended, and results are kept confidential. A positive result may impact the final offer of employment. Van-Am complies with all applicable Federal, State (including Missouri and Iowa), and DOT regulations, where relevant.