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Manufacturing Technician 2

DP Professionals

Hanover, MD 21076 • 10/28/2026

Job Description

Job Description
DPP is seeking a Manufacturing Technician 2 for an opportunity with our client in the Aerospace & Defense industry.

Work location: Onsite in Hanover, MD
Work schedule: 9x80 A; must be willing to work flexible schedules as needed to meet delivery dates
Duration: 6 months
Term: W2 contract
Work authorization: US Citizen

Position description & responsibilities:
  • The Manufacturing Technician 2 will support the Panel Assembly department.
  • Perform aerospace assemble operations including honeycomb core preparation, adhesive mixing and bonding, insert installation, edge closeout installation, hardware installation, potting, drilling, and rework of composite and metallic panel assemblies.
  • Use engineering drawings, work instructions, and process specifications to fabricate flight hardware while ensuring dimensional accuracy and workmanship requirements.
  • Support inspection activities, troubleshooting, and continuous process improvement while working closely with the Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Program teams.
  • Perform functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies.
  • Use sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments or equipment.
  • Determine and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process.
  • Work with engineers in conducting experiments.
Basic qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Minimum 2 years' previous honeycomb panel fabrication or aerospace mechanical assembly experience.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude to include the ability to read and interpret drawings
  • Experience with hand tools and good math/geometry skills.
  • Must be able to read and follow written manufacturing instructions and technical procedures.
  • Operate equipment such as hand tools and power machinery for processing metals, composites and wood.
  • Must work closely with lead technicians and supervisors to meet build requirements and schedules.
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
  • Demonstrates high level of concern for safety of self and others.
  • Willing to work flexible schedules as needed to meet delivery dates
  • US Citizenship Required
Preferred qualifications:
  • Attention to detail with a focus on quality workmanship
  • Computer skills including MS Word and Excel are a plus.
  • Previous fabrication (honeycomb panel) experience in aerospace manufacturing environment.
  • Experience preparing/mixing epoxy and silicone adhesives for mechanical and thermal component installation in honeycomb panels.
  • Experience in the handling of hazardous materials in accordance with OSHA and industry standards.
Interested? Learn more:
Click the apply button to learn more about this position (#26-00918).