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.