Manufacturing Engineer

Post Date

Dec 11, 2025

Location

San Diego,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

92126
US
Feb 13, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

OCC-50322ce5-e6ec-46ed-81c8-8de5ba27ddce

Pay Rate

$105k - $120k (estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer 3, for a leading provider of complex composites, assemblies and tooling in the aerospace industry.
In this role, you will develop engineering estimates for new business opportunities, create tooling methodologies and industrialization plans, and design innovative manufacturing processes while solving complex production challenges. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in fiber-reinforced composite material processing, aerospace part manufacturing techniques, composite material performance characteristics, and the equipment used to manufacture and test composite components. Responsibilities include developing manufacturing methods and tooling specifications, preparing engineering BOMs, estimating labor hours, writing technical content for proposals, and managing projects from concept through execution. This position is on-site in San Diego, CA, working a 9/80 schedule.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

BA In Mechanical Engineering or Related Field
Aerospace or Composite Materials experience
2D/3D modeling and CAD/CAM Machining Knowledge to be able to converse with the Machining division and relay information to clients properly
Ability to read various schematics and blueprints
Experience with filament winding, compression molding, RTM (resin transfer molding), thermoplastic fabrication, CNC machining of composites and core forming and machining
Able to be on-site in San Diego, CA

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Government contracting or DOD experience
Project Management Experience (They currently use MS Project for their PM tools)
Lean/Six Sigma Certification

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.