Engineering Manager (Manufacturing) (Torrance)

Jobot
Torrance, CA
Lead hands-on aerospace manufacturing engineering for precision, mission-critical components in a high-impact onsite leadership role where you’ll drive CNC excellence, process optimization, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced AS9100 environment.

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Salary: $130,000 - $180,000 per year

A bit about us:

Lead Precision. Drive Performance. Build What Keeps Aircraft in the Sky.

We are seeking a hands-on Engineering Manager to lead manufacturing engineering and CNC programming operations within a high-precision aerospace production environment. This role is ideal for a technical leader who thrives on the manufacturing floor, enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, and wants to make a measurable impact on quality, delivery, and operational excellence.

You’ll oversee engineering execution for critical, high-strength aerospace components — ensuring processes are robust, compliant, and continuously improving.

Why join us?

Benefits & What We Offer
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Comprehensive Medical Coverage with multiple PPO & HMO plan options
  • 100% covered preventive care for in-network services
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan (100% company match on the first 4% + Immediate vesting)
  • Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Optional Voluntary Benefits
  • And much more!
Why This Role Stands Out:
  • High-impact leadership role with direct influence on manufacturing execution
  • Opportunity to work on mission-critical aerospace components
  • Collaborative cross-functional environment
  • Blend of strategic oversight and hands-on technical involvement
  • Strong visibility across operations, quality, and executive leadership

Job Details

What You’ll Do:
Hands-On Technical Leadership:
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing/process engineers and CNC programmers
  • Act as a true player-coach — providing direct support on the production floor
  • Establish engineering priorities and ensure alignment with production schedules
  • Develop and maintain manufacturing standards, work instructions, routings, and process documentation
Aerospace Manufacturing Expertise:
  • Provide engineering support for precision-machined aerospace components
  • Apply deep knowledge of thread standards, torque/tension relationships, preload, coatings, and heat treatment
  • Interpret and implement aerospace customer specifications and industry standards
  • Review and approve manufacturing drawings, routings, and specifications
CNC & Process Optimization:
  • Support daily production troubleshooting and nonconformance resolution
  • Oversee CNC programming for turning, milling, threading, and secondary operations
  • Optimize tooling, setups, fixtures, and machining strategies for throughput and repeatability
  • Support New Product Introduction (NPI), First Article Inspection (FAI), and process validation
Quality & Compliance:
  • Ensure compliance with AS9100, FAA regulations, and aerospace customer requirements
  • Support audits and regulatory inspections
  • Lead root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives
  • Approve engineering changes related to manufacturing processes
Continuous Improvement:
  • Drive scrap reduction, cycle time improvements, and cost control initiatives
  • Standardize machining, inspection, heat treatment, and finishing processes
  • Participate in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma efforts
What We’re Looking For:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of hands-on aerospace manufacturing engineering experience
  • 2+ years of engineering leadership experience
  • Strong CNC machining knowledge
  • Experience in AS9100-certified environments
  • Deep understanding of aerospace materials, threads, GD&T, and inspection standards
Preferred:
  • Experience with FAA-regulated products
  • OEM or Tier 1 aerospace customer exposure
  • Lean or Six Sigma background
Additional Information:
  • Combination office and manufacturing floor environment
  • Occasional travel to customer or supplier sites
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (ITAR environment)

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Posted 2026-03-12

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