Lean Manufacturing Engineer

The Lean Manufacturing Engineer will oversee the transition from prototype to full-rate production for a new defense-related hardware line. This role is responsible for designing and validating manufacturing processes, integrating quality standards, and ensuring production readiness across both legacy and new product lines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement manufacturing processes, work instructions, and test automation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as AS9100D, FAA, and DoD.
• Lead production readiness, validation, and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and supplier teams.
• Drive lean manufacturing and Six Sigma practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• 5 years of experience in manufacturing or testing within aerospace or regulated industries.
• Experience with circuit board design/debugging and SolidWorks.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Lean/Six Sigma certification.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python.
• Manufacturing readiness experience.
• Hands-on or tinkering mindset with practical experience in building or troubleshooting.
• Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLC) for automating testing and processes.
• Ability to manage and communicate with customers regarding technical manufacturing topics.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and adapt to changing project needs.
• Experience supporting supplier selection, audits, and ensuring supplier quality.
• Background in other regulated industries, such as medical device or automotive manufacturing.
• Ability to rapidly learn new products and processes to make an immediate impact.

This position is based onsite full-time in White Salmon, WA, across the river from Hood River, OR. The role follows a 9/80 schedule, offering every other Friday off. As part of the leadership team, this position reports directly to the CEO.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of White Salmon, Washington.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $67.00/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 White Salmon,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2025.

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Salary : $43 - $67