Manufacturing Engineer

Job ID: 113881

Your future starts here! Kick off 2026 with a career that makes a difference at Leonardo DRS in West Plains, MO. We're growing and actively hiring for multiple openings across a variety of roles. If you're motivated, ready to learn, and eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you. Explore our open positions and apply today: https://www.leonardodrs.com/careers

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 5 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.

Job Summary

Provide engineering design support focused on manufacturing tooling in a heavy manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for the design, development, modification, and validation of production tooling and fixtures that enable safe, repeatable, and efficient fabrication, machining, assembly, and test operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and develop tooling such as weld fixtures, machining fixtures, assembly aids, hydraulic test fixtures, lift/handling devices (as applicable), gauges, and error-proofing solutions to support production needs
• Create and maintain tooling CAD models and drawings, including tolerances, GDandT as required, materials, finishes, and specifications
• Support fabrication and build of tooling through vendor coordination and/or internal shop support, including weldment and machined tooling components
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and tooling issues; perform root cause analysis and implement tooling improvements to reduce variation, rework, and cycle time
• Evaluate tooling concepts and recommend design approaches that meet production, quality, ergonomics, and safety requirements
• Compile and evaluate tooling design and test data; document results and incorporate lessons learned into new designs
• Develop or support tooling validation plans, including fit checks, first-article evaluations, tryouts, and acceptance testing
• Prepare and maintain tooling-related manufacturing documentation as needed

Job Responsibilities Part II

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering or technology field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2+ years of relevant engineering experience (tooling, manufacturing engineering, mechanical design, or related) preferred
• Proficiency with PTC Creo (e.g., parametric modeling, assemblies, detailing/drawings); experience managing models/drawings in a controlled environment preferred
• Familiarity with welding processes (MIG, TIG, etc.), heavy machining, precision hydraulic assembly, and mechanical/electromechanical assembly and test
• Experience designing tooling for manufacturing repeatability and production readiness preferred
• Only general guidance is needed on routine work; instructions on new assignments as needed
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

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Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

• Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

• Integrity
• Agility
• Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Community & Respect
• Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.

Nearest Major Market: Springfield