Mechanical Producibility Engineer I (Onsite)
The Mechanical Producibility Engineer I at Confidential Client is an entry-level onsite role focused on ensuring aerospace and defense products are designed for efficient, cost-effective manufacturing and assembly. The engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to assess producibility, conduct design reviews, and drive improvements that enhance production yield and reduce costs while supporting transition-to-production activities under strict security clearance requirements.
About Careertakes
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Role Overview
Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Mechanical Producibility Engineer I to join their onsite Producibility and Dimensional Management team in Tucson, AZ. This is an onsite, full-time role supporting the transition of complex aerospace and defense products from design into production. The role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance (DoD Secret). This is an excellent role for recent STEM graduates or early-career engineers who want hands-on experience with manufacturability, DFM/DFA, and production readiness.
What You’ll Do
- Partner with design engineers to ensure designs meet manufacturing, assembly, and integration requirements.
- Conduct producibility assessments and participate in design reviews early in the product lifecycle.
- Review engineering drawings and specifications to confirm clarity, compliance, and manufacturability.
- Perform tolerance analyses, process capability evaluations, and manufacturability trade studies.
- Identify opportunities to reduce manufacturing cost, improve yield, and simplify fabrication or assembly.
- Work with suppliers to validate tooling concepts, process flows, and work instructions.
- Support pilot/scout lot builds and first article inspections during transition-to-production.
- Participate in root-cause investigations and corrective action implementation for production issues.
- Maintain producibility documentation and data in Engineering and Manufacturing systems.
Qualifications — You Must Have
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM discipline by start date.
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and 3D models.
- Understanding and practical application of Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
- U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
Qualifications — Preferred
- Internship, co-op, or hands-on experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Familiarity with common manufacturing processes: machining, sheet metal forming, forging, casting, and assembly.
- Exposure to GD&T and ASME Y14.5 standards.
- Experience with CAD tools such as Creo or similar.
- Basic data analysis skills and experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
Location, Schedule & Clearance
- Work location: Onsite in Tucson, AZ (this role is not remote).
- Security: Active/ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance is required. U.S. citizenship required.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range (good-faith estimate): $57,200 – $108,800 USD per year.
- Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, parental leave, and potential incentive programs. Specific benefits depend on the business unit and applicable policies.
Why This Role
This role provides early-career engineers a chance to build foundational producibility and manufacturing skills on complex aerospace and defense programs. You will work with cross-functional teams, be exposed to production processes and supplier interactions, and directly influence product manufacturability and cost.
Equal Employment & Accommodation
Careertakes and our client comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. Confidential Client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider applicants without regard to protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities in accordance with the law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Careertakes team.
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.
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