About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering — Aerospace & Defense (Electrical Systems).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Manufacturing Engineer (Level 1) to support production and continuous improvement activities at its Denton, TX facility. This role contributes to developing and improving manufacturing processes, supporting production teams with technical troubleshooting, and enabling new product introductions in an aerospace electrical systems environment.

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What You’ll Do

• Develop and improve manufacturing processes, methods, and production documentation to support efficient, repeatable production.
• Provide technical support to production teams to diagnose and resolve manufacturing and quality issues.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions for manufacturability.
• Support the introduction of new products and processes into production; participate in process validation and ramp-up activities.
• Analyze production performance metrics and recommend improvements to safety, quality, cost, and throughput.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and other cross-functional teams to implement process changes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean / CI) and ensure compliance with applicable requirements.

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Who You Are (Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Entry-level manufacturing engineering experience preferred (internship, coop, or similar experience acceptable).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, problem-solving methods, and continuous improvement principles.
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and teamwork skills.
• Attributes we value: innovative & curious, collaborative & inclusive, committed to safety, results-focused, and driven to excellence.

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Preferred / Helpful Skills

• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Hands-on experience in production environments or familiarity with assembly, wiring, or electrical systems manufacturing.
• Basic data analysis skills (Excel, basic MRP/ERP exposure).

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What We Offer

• Competitive pay (based on experience)
• Paid holidays and comprehensive benefits
• Retirement (401k) plan with employer match
• Professional development and tuition assistance
• Recognition programs and career-path opportunities across global sites

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Location & Facility Highlights

• Work at the North American facility in Denton, TX — a hub for aerospace electrical systems manufacturing.
• Facility recognized for supplier excellence and strong quality performance.
• Denton offers a vibrant arts and music scene and access to regional universities and community resources.

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Important Legal & Eligibility Notes

• This is an ITAR-controlled role requiring U.S. Person status. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities; requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
• Employment eligibility verification will be required at time of hire.

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Keywords (for clarity)

• Manufacturing Engineer — Denton, TX
• Entry-level manufacturing engineer
• Manufacturing processes improvement
• Continuous improvement / Lean
• Production support engineer — Denton

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.