SKILLBRIDGE.MIL DATALAST SYNC 2026-09-24
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Lead Manufacturing Engineer

USAFUSAUSCGUSMCUSNUSSF🔒 Clearance — can obtain
Program summary

The Lead Manufacturing Engineer performs advanced manufacturing engineering activities supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for electrical and mechanical products used in defense applications. This role collaborates closely with design engineering, production, quality, supply chain, and program management to support new product introduction, optimize manufacturing methods, improve production efficiency, and ensure products are manufactured in accordance with engineering and customer requirements.

Roles & job description

The Lead Manufacturing Engineer performs advanced manufacturing engineering activities supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for electrical and mechanical products used in defense applications. This role collaborates closely with design engineering, production, quality, supply chain, and program management to support new product introduction, optimize manufacturing methods, improve production efficiency, and ensure products are manufactured in accordance with engineering and customer requirements. Competitive Compensation, Comprehensive Health & Welfare Programs including: •Medical• Dental• Vision •Tax Advantaged Accounts • EAP, Income Protection Programs including: •Life, Accident, Disability, and Other Insurance Coverages• Paid Time Off• Paid Parental Leave Retirement Savings Plans: •401k Plan with a competitive Employer Match and Profit-Sharing Contribution •Employee Stock Purchase Plan *Please note, benefits are country-specific and may vary from location to location.

Target military occupations

Open to all MOS / ratings / AFSCs.

Eligibility notes

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing/electrical engineering or equivalentMinimum 8- years' relevant Engineering experienceAbility to read and understand drawings, electrical schematics, specification, and MS Office suite or products.Knowledge of electronic and mechanical assembly principles.Preferred is experience in electronics manufacturing.Ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply to practical situations.Ability to solve problems and deal with variables in situations where limited standardization exists.

Additional notes

Program duration and training scope may be expanded or condensed based on participant experience, qualifications, and transition timeline. Due to DoW requirements, candidates must be US citizens. Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearances and approvals

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Interview prep for this program▸
Ask them
  • ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
  • ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
  • ▸ "The listing says 91 - 120 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
  • ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
  • ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
Bring to the conversation
  • ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
  • ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
  • ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
  • ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
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