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Manufacturing Technical Specialist

Location: Rockford, IL

Hire Type: Contract (12 months with strong potential for conversion)

Pay Range: $27–$40/hour (based on experience)

Sterling Engineering is partnering with a leading aerospace manufacturer in the Rockford area to hire a Manufacturing Technical Specialist. This role supports production operations in a high-quality, precision manufacturing environment and is ideal for someone with strong troubleshooting skills, mechanical aptitude, and hands-on manufacturing experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily production operations by executing and maintaining manufacturing processes
• Troubleshoot production and quality issues and assist with implementing corrective actions
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications
• Work closely with production teams to resolve operational challenges and improve efficiency
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives and updates to standardized work procedures
• Support Lean manufacturing practices and process improvement efforts
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and quality standards

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, production support, or a technical operations role
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, precision assembly, or production testing
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints (GD&T preferred)
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, or production-related issues
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience working in a regulated environment (ISO 9001 or similar) is a plus

Responsible for the design, development, and testing of electrical control systems for sheet metal fabrication machinery. This role ensures the full-function operation of equipment by managing electrical schematics and software updates for the company's software platform.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Draw/design electrical schematics.
• Responsible for software updates on our machine's controls.
• Assist and support the Service Department with software problems.
• Update and write documentation related to the electrical and software side of our machines.
• Help with the drafting of our machine's manuals.
• Development of little software/electrical projects.
• Project Development: Lead small-scale electrical and software development projects to enhance machine functionality or improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Electrical Design & Schematics: Create, develop, and update detailed electrical schematics and wiring diagrams for new and existing machinery.
• Engineering Change Notices (ECN): Manage the ECN process for electrical components and software, documenting all modifications and ensuring version control across machine lines.
• Software Management: Oversee software updates for machine controls, ensuring the CNC system operates with the latest feature.
• Technical Service Support: Assist the Service Department in diagnosing and resolving complex software and electrical issues.
• Documentation & Manuals: Author and maintain technical documentation related to electrical specifications and software guides; contribute to the drafting and updating of machine operation manuals.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Education/Training: Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Control Engineering or Mechatronics Program
• Experience/Skills: Highly detailed and organized

Quest Global is an organization at the forefront of innovation and one of the world's fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognized expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries. We are a twenty-five-year-old company on a journey to becoming a centenary one, driven by aspiration, hunger and humility. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible, possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we're eager to hear from you.

The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:

What You Will Do:

• Provide support for managing the transition of products from development to production. The products would include air turbine starters, gearboxes, and blowers.
• Function as the Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead for the "Produce to Deliver" phase of programs, driving actions and setting priorities for the team in order to meet customer delivery milestones.
• Collaborating with cross-functional organizations, including engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers, to ensure operational readiness
• Identify supply chain and operations risks and drive risk mitigation plans.
• Help drive industrial recoveries as needed in the supply chain, including but not limited to finding alternate sources, driving rate readiness reviews with critical suppliers, etc.
• Ensure all quality-related items for products are complete and documented to meet established quality standards.
• Create and manage the Industrial Plan for development programs.
• This includes tracking schedules and progress for vendors and customer plant sites to ensure flawless on-time delivery.
• Also includes regular updates to management.

What You Will Bring:

• BA or BS technical degree with 2-3 years' experience preferred
• AS or comparable 2-year degree with 5-8 years' experience with new product introduction
• SAP experience preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish.
• Excellent communication skills are essential for planning requirements, managing schedules, and keeping cross-functional partners informed

Pay Range: $74,000 - $78,000 a 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.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability

Work Requirements: This role is considered an on-site position located in Rockford, IL.

• 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.

Travel requirements: Due to the nature of the work, 0% of travel is required.

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

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs a variety of engineering assignments in developing and implementing production/processing methods and controls to meet quality standards in the most cost-efficient manner.

Troubleshoot manufacturing issues resolving tooling and production process problems while optimizing efficiency and eliminating downtime.

Evaluates process flow and plant layout recommending and implementing improvements and/or modifications in sequence of operations and equipment utilization in order to improve thru-put, reduce labor/manufacturing costs and improve safety.

Develops costs for test production data; prepares technical analysis, recommends production methods and processes required to meet design objectives.

Reviews proposals of outside vendors regarding the purchase of new or modernized production/processing equipment and monitors equipment upgrades and improvements.

Continuously monitors operations to ensure compliance with approved methods and quality standards.

Coordinates and develops manufacturing schedules for projects.

Develops the PFMEA's control plans and schedules.

Performs line validation and trial run management.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

Strong technical and analytical ability.

Project management and organizational skills preferred.

Manufacturing experience in lean and cell manufacturing, process improvement, and equipment development, equipment buy offs, direct equipment installations, daily support, and debug.

Experience working with customers and sales preferred.

Ability to work with and communicate at all levels of manufacturing environment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing environment as a mechanical or manufacturing engineer role

Preferred

A minimum of five (5) years of experience in tool and die design.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Primarily sedentary work involving prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer.

Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, mouse use, and handling documents.

Visual acuity required to read computer screens, printed materials, and digital devices.

Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching within the office environment.

Occasional lifting or carrying of light items such as files, office supplies, or a laptop (typically up to 10–20 pounds).

Regular communication through speaking and hearing in person, by phone, and during virtual meetings.

Position Summary: Mon-Friday 8a-5p

The Quality Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of product quality, inspection, documentation, and compliance within our manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on role requiring extensive involvement in daily inspection activities, PPAP documentation, gage management, corrective actions, and calibration systems. The ideal candidate has experience in fastener or screw manufacturing and understands the unique requirements of cold heading, secondary operations, and customer-specific standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Control & Inspection

• Perform and oversee hands-on dimensional and visual inspections using micrometers, calipers, ring gages, pin gages, optical comparators, and other measurement tools.
• Maintain inspection records, lot traceability, and required documentation.
• Train and guide operators on basic inspection methods and quality expectations.

Quality Management System

• Lead corrective action processes (8D, root cause analysis, containment, verification).
• Maintain and improve quality procedures, work instructions, and internal audit processes.
• Manage customer complaints, non-conformances, and internal quality alerts.

PPAP & Documentation

• Prepare and submit PPAP packages including FMEAs, control plans, process flows, capability data, and submission documentation.
• Work directly with customers on quality requirements, approvals, and ongoing performance metrics.

Gage & Calibration Management

• Oversee all gage calibration activities and maintain calibration records.
• Maintain gage R&R studies and ensure appropriate measurement controls.
• Manage gage inventory, replacement schedules, and certification tracking.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Work closely with production, engineering, and shipping to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Lead quality-related meetings and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support training and development of inspection staff and operators.

Requirements:

• Experience in fastener, screw, or precision component manufacturing (REQUIRED).
• Strong hands-on inspection skills and familiarity with common measurement tools.
• Working knowledge of PPAP, APQP, FMEA, control plans, and capability studies.
• Experience with gage calibration management and gage R&R.
• Ability to lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• No degree required; relevant experience in fastener manufacturing is essential.

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly pay:
• Stable Monday–Friday schedule
• Small-team environment where your impact is seen daily
• Opportunity to modernize quality processes and lead change
• Long-term growth potential as the company expands

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At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. 

The Senior Data Manager identifies all data deliverables made part of a contract and subsequently builds a data track in a Product Data Management (PDM) system. The DM identifies, with help from the Program Office, the appropriate preparers, receive the data within PDM, reviews the data for compliance, solicits and secures appropriate programmatic approval and delivers the information to the customer on time, throughout the lifecycle of the contract.

In addition, DMs are responsible for reviewing sub-tier contractor requirements, building data tracks for supplier submissions, receiving data from various suppliers, and routing for approval and/or incorporation into prime contractor deliverables to the customer as well as securing non-deliverable program work products to be configuration controlled in the PDM system and other related tasking.

This position is in McKinney Texas

What You Will Do

• Reading contracts for understanding of the deliverables
• Working in a PDM system to capture, manage, and track data deliverables and/or receivables
• Coordinating with cross-functional teams to obtain requested data
• Proofreading data for compliance to the requirement(s)
• Managing the data deliverable schedule and providing the data to the customer on-time
• Learning and understanding contractually required markings applied to data
• Running forecast reports and providing them to the appropriate stakeholders
• Providing metrics related to on-time deliveries and outstanding dispositions upon request
• Reviewing and approving sub-tier supplier statements of work for data requirements
• Supporting program meetings and providing training to program personnel and customers and/or suppliers
• Handling and protection of Company Intellectual Property (IP) as well as U.S. government IP and classified information

Qualifications you must have

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years prior relevant experience OR a related Associate’s degree and 4 years of relevant experience OR in absence of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience related to data management and/or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a customer support/service role 

Qualifications We Value

• Knowledge of U.S. government defense contracts
• Knowledge of U.S. government specifications and instructions such as the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Data Item Descriptions (DIDs), Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 5230.24 Distribution Statements on Technical Documents, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) (DoD 5220.22-M)
• Collaborate in a team environment
• Self-motivated and detail oriented
• Proven excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Excellent proofreading skills

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligibility

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
  • Onsite : Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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Date Posted:

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Position Role Type:

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Security Clearance Type:

Security Clearance Status:

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. 

The Senior Data Manager identifies all data deliverables made part of a contract and subsequently builds a data track in a Product Data Management (PDM) system. The DM identifies, with help from the Program Office, the appropriate preparers, receive the data within PDM, reviews the data for compliance, solicits and secures appropriate programmatic approval and delivers the information to the customer on time, throughout the lifecycle of the contract.

In addition, DMs are responsible for reviewing sub-tier contractor requirements, building data tracks for supplier submissions, receiving data from various suppliers, and routing for approval and/or incorporation into prime contractor deliverables to the customer as well as securing non-deliverable program work products to be configuration controlled in the PDM system and other related tasking.

This position is in McKinney Texas

What You Will Do

• Reading contracts for understanding of the deliverables
• Working in a PDM system to capture, manage, and track data deliverables and/or receivables
• Coordinating with cross-functional teams to obtain requested data
• Proofreading data for compliance to the requirement(s)
• Managing the data deliverable schedule and providing the data to the customer on-time
• Learning and understanding contractually required markings applied to data
• Running forecast reports and providing them to the appropriate stakeholders
• Providing metrics related to on-time deliveries and outstanding dispositions upon request
• Reviewing and approving sub-tier supplier statements of work for data requirements
• Supporting program meetings and providing training to program personnel and customers and/or suppliers
• Handling and protection of Company Intellectual Property (IP) as well as U.S. government IP and classified information

Qualifications you must have

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years prior relevant experience OR a related Associate’s degree and 4 years of relevant experience OR in absence of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience related to data management and/or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a customer support/service role 

Qualifications We Value

• Knowledge of U.S. government defense contracts
• Knowledge of U.S. government specifications and instructions such as the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Data Item Descriptions (DIDs), Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 5230.24 Distribution Statements on Technical Documents, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) (DoD 5220.22-M)
• Collaborate in a team environment
• Self-motivated and detail oriented
• Proven excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Excellent proofreading skills

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligibility

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
  • Onsite : Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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