Quest Global Manufacturing

Senior Manufacturing Engineer (2nd Shift)

Quest Global Manufacturing • $95K — $115K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Collaborative mindset for effective teamwork with technicians and engineers.
  • STEM bachelor's degree with 5-9 years of relevant experience.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills in a lab or shop environment.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills for documentation and coordination.
  • Experience with MRP/ERP systems like SAP/Solumina for tracking work orders.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills for managing multiple priorities on 2nd shift.
  • Adaptability, initiative, and ability to work independently off-shift.

Responsibilities

  • Support production and assembly of life support and thermal control systems for Orion/Artemis missions.
  • Provide hands-on engineering support in the lab and on the shop floor to resolve build issues.
  • Develop, refine, and maintain mechanical manufacturing methods on the shop floor.
  • Create or update manufacturing assembly instructions for technicians.
  • Provide technical support to production operators and lab personnel to meet quality requirements.
  • Troubleshoot hardware issues during assembly in the lab.
  • Identify and implement improvements to enhance build quality and streamline processes.
  • Ensure compliance with EH&S and quality standards in shop-floor processes.

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Employer paid Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability
Full Job Description
Job Requirements

POSITION: Senior Manufacturing Engineer (2nd Shift)

What You will Do:
  • Support production and assembly of mechanical hardware used in life support and thermal control systems on Orion/Artemis missions.
  • Provide hands-on engineering support directly in the lab and on the shop floor to resolve build issues and maintain execution readiness.
  • Develop, refine, and maintain mechanical manufacturing methods used on the shop floor.
  • Create or update clear manufacturing assembly instructions for technicians.
  • Provide day-to-day technical support to production operators and lab personnel, ensuring builds meet engineering and quality requirements.
  • Support troubleshooting hardware issues occurring in the lab during assembly.
  • Identify and implement improvements to build quality, reduce rework, and streamline hands-on manufacturing activities.
  • Ensure shop-floor processes follow all EH&S and quality standards.
  • Review build challenges with technicians, address producibility concerns, and recommend better tooling, fixturing, or process changes.
  • Support cross-functional collaboration with production and quality during daily manufacturing activities.


What You Will Bring:
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with technicians, engineers, and leadership.
  • STEM bachelor's degree with 5-9 years relevant experience.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work hands-on in a lab or shop environment.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills for documenting processes and coordinating cross-functional work.
  • Experience with MRP/ERP systems (SAP/Solumina) for tracking work orders and build status.
  • Strong organization and time-management skills to support multiple hardware builds and priorities on 2nd shift.
  • Adaptability, initiative, and the ability to work independently during off-shift operations.


Pay Range: $95,000 - $115,000 per year.

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements: This role is considered an on-site position located in Windsor Locks, CT.
  • You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
  • Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
  • This role is considered Second Shift, with core work hours of 2pm to 10pm


Travel requirements: Due to the nature of the work, no travel is required.

Citizenship requirement: Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required

Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Employer paid Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability

About Quest Global Manufacturing

Quest Global Manufacturing is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing services to the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Quest Global Manufacturing has a team of over 11,000 professionals who work with clients around the world to design, build, and maintain complex systems and components. The company's services include product design, engineering, prototyping, testing, and more. Quest Global Manufacturing is committed to delivering innovative solutions that help its clients succeed in today's competitive marketplace.
Learn more about Quest Global Manufacturing
Size
11,000 employees
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Founded
1997

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