Engineering Technician

McAlester, OK | Full-Time | Choctaw Defense Manufacturing

Build the Foundation Behind Mission-Critical Manufacturing

Are you detail-oriented with a passion for engineering, manufacturing, and technical problem-solving? Join Choctaw Defense Manufacturing as an Engineering Technician, where you'll play a key role in supporting production by interpreting engineering documentation, developing Bills of Materials (BOMs), and ensuring manufacturing data is accurate, complete, and compliant.

If you enjoy working with engineering drawings, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting projects that make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As an Engineering Technician, you will provide critical support to our Manufacturing Engineering team by ensuring engineering documentation and production data are accurate and production-ready.

Primary Responsibilities:

Interpret and analyze engineering drawings, diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation.Develop, maintain, and input Bills of Materials (BOMs) into the ERP system.Research and verify military standards and technical specifications.Support manufacturing engineers by ensuring production documentation is complete and accurate.Evaluate manufacturing capabilities to ensure contractual requirements can be successfully met.Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, engineering standards, and company policies.Perform additional duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field ORTwo (2) years of manufacturing experience supporting engineering or production operations.Experience using CAD software (such as SolidWorks).Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.Experience creating and managing Bills of Materials (BOMs).Knowledge of manufacturing processes, including machining, fabrication, and assembly.Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.Experience with Costpoint or other ERP systems.Department of Defense (DoD) manufacturing experience.Familiarity with a wide variety of manufacturing tools and processes.

Core Competencies

Engineering Drawing InterpretationBill of Materials (BOM) ManagementManufacturing ProcessesTechnical ResearchERP SystemsProblem SolvingTeam CollaborationCompliance & QualityTime ManagementMicrosoft Office SuiteContinuous Improvement

Why Join Choctaw Defense Manufacturing?

At Choctaw Defense Manufacturing, you'll become part of a team dedicated to delivering high-quality manufacturing solutions in support of government and defense customers. We value collaboration, innovation, integrity, and continuous improvement while investing in the growth and success of our employees.

If you're ready to contribute your technical expertise and grow your career in advanced manufacturing, apply today!

*The above-noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position. 

EEO/AAP STATEMENT: 

We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We pledge ourselves to craft and maintain an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences. Choctaw is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions) sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.