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Job Details

Job Location

El Segundo, CA

Position Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$85000.00 - $125000.00 Salary/year

Job Shift

Day

Description

SUMMARY

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer requires all hands-on to solve complex manufacturing challenges, leads, and mentors team members. Develops and optimizes manufacturing processes. Works directly on the shop floor, troubleshooting, repairing, and ensuring the smooth execution of day-to-day operations. Ensures all projects are driven through all phases of development and execution while collaborating with vendors, customers, and upper management as needed.

DUTIES

+ Provide engineering and manufacturing mentorship, guidance and support for machinists in achieving production goals.

+ Support product design and process improvements to drive enhancements.

+ Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and excellence on the shop floor.

+ Provide technical leadership and hands-on support to resolve manufacturing challenges.

+ Take full ownership of manufacturing projects, from initial concept and design through development, implementation, and production.

+ Ensure projects are executed efficiently, meeting deadlines, quality standards, and time requirements.

+ Act as the primary point of contact for project-related issues, coordinating with all management and team members to ensure success.

+ Develop and improve manufacturing processes for aerospace components to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.

+ Lead the development of work instructions, process documentation, and training materials.

+ Work with Quality Assurance in conducting root cause analysis of manufacturing defects and implement corrective actions.

+ Actively engage in day-to-day production to identify areas for improvement and implement effective solutions.

+ Communicate with customers to address manufacturing requirements, resolve technical issues, and provide updates on project progress when needed.

+ Collaborate daily with supporting departments, including production, machining, maintenance, quality, and design engineering, to ensure timely delivery of products in the correct quantities.

+ Serve as a liaison between engineering and production to ensure seamless communication and alignment on priorities.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

+ Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent experience).

+ 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in the aerospace industry.

+ Proven ability to develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes.

+ Strong hands-on troubleshooting skills and willingness to work directly on the shop floor.

+ Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.

+ Excellent leadership and mentoring abilities, with a track record of managing teams and shop floor personnel.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Familiarity with aerospace standards such as AS9100 and NADCAP.

+ Experience with CAD/CAM software and CNC programming.

+ Knowledge of machining, welding, fabrication, and assembly processes in aerospace manufacturing.

+ Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)

Personal Attributes

+ Team player, patient, and an excellent listener.

+ Able to prioritize, make timely decisions, and work effectively in a fast paced environment.

+ Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

+ Strong verbal and written communication abilities, with the capability to interface across all levels of the organization, including customers and vendors.

+ Hands-on attitude with a willingness to "get their hands dirty" in a fast-paced production environment.

+ Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.