Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer III Job Description The selected candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing manufacturing and engineering capabilities by developing and implementing robust production and tooling methodologies. This role is embedded within Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), requiring cross-functional collaboration to deliver technically sound and producible solutions across disciplines. Responsibilities + Develop and execute manufacturing plans, ensuring alignment with program architecture and build strategy. + Drive producibility assessments and variation analyses to confirm that manufacturing processes meet design intent and capability requirements. + Participate in design reviews, providing critical feedback on layout and drawing accuracy to enhance manufacturability. + Utilize Catia and Enovia tools to generate and manage 2D drawings and digital models. + Collaborate with engineering and supply chain teams to resolve technical challenges that impact performance, cost, or schedule. + Apply lean principles and advanced manufacturing technologies to optimize production readiness and efficiency. + Contribute to the documentation and dissemination of producibility best practices for inclusion in project plans and enterprise knowledge bases. + Support program start-up activities, including tooling strategy, Integrated Verification and Test (IVT), and specification alignment. Essential Skills + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent, with 5+ years of relevant experience. + Deep expertise in producibility. + Strong background in design reviews, including layout and drawing validation. + Proficiency in Catia, Enovia, and 2D drawing creation. + Experience supporting development programs, particularly in early-phase engineering and build planning. + Familiarity with IVT, specifications, and standards. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Completion of a Mechanical Engineering program, with the ability to contribute immediately. + Prior experience with related programs. + Familiarity with B-52 platform requirements and legacy systems. + Exposure to supply chain integration and tooling development. + Proven success in program start-up environments, with a track record of long-term engagement and adaptability. Work Environment This position requires working onsite with a full-time schedule on a first shift, but may require flexibility across multiple shifts. The team consists of 10 members, and the role involves using software such as CATIA, ENOVIA, IVT, PDM/CAPP, and REDARS. The work location is onsite, with no remote options. There are no physical demands, and the position does not require international or domestic travel. A U.S. Person is required for purposes of Export Compliance, but no security clearance is needed. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Everett, Washington. We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following: Medical, Dental & Vision 401(k)/Roth Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D Short and long-term disability HSA & DCFSA Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Company Paid Time off or State Sick Leave Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Everett,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. 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