Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Location: City of Industry, California

Compensation: $120,000+ annually

Work Schedule: On-site, five days per week

Position Overview

A leading manufacturer of precision-engineered components for the aerospace, defense, space, and advanced energy industries is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support new product development, manufacturing process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. This organization produces highly engineered fastening systems and specialized components used in commercial aviation, military aircraft, and other critical applications where product quality, reliability, and structural integrity are essential. The Manufacturing Engineer will evaluate product designs, develop and optimize manufacturing processes, coordinate prototype development, and ensure products meet technical, quality, cost, and performance requirements. This individual will collaborate with engineering, research and development, production, planning, and commercial teams to introduce new products and improve existing manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and support research and development initiatives, including project objectives, resource requirements, equipment needs, budgets, and anticipated outcomes.
• Identify new product opportunities by collaborating with engineering and commercial teams to address customer needs and market demands.
• Evaluate engineering proposals, product designs, and specifications to determine feasibility, functionality, and manufacturability.
• Establish project tracking and reporting processes to monitor costs, research findings, milestones, and overall progress.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, and production teams to optimize product designs, tooling, and manufacturing methods.
• Prepare and review engineering drawings, product layouts, schematics, and design modifications.
• Coordinate prototype development and manufacturing activities for new and revised products.
• Develop and execute testing programs to validate product functionality, quality, and performance.
• Analyze test results and engineering data to verify compliance with design specifications and performance requirements.
• Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) tools and engineering software to support product development and process improvements.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to resolve manufacturing and product-related issues.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on production efficiency, quality, cost reduction, and process optimization.
• Present project updates, technical findings, and recommendations to management and cross-functional stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related engineering discipline from an accredited four-year institution.
• 2-8 years of relevant engineering experience, including research and development responsibilities in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience with manufacturing processes, production methods, and design for manufacturability (DFM).
• Proficiency with SolidWorks.
• Experience creating and managing Bills of Materials (BOMs) within an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
• Demonstrated experience with root cause analysis and structured problem-solving.
• Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to collect and evaluate data, establish facts, and develop sound technical conclusions.
• Ability to interpret complex technical instructions, mathematical information, diagrams, and engineering specifications.
• Familiarity with engineering design, product development, manufacturing, project management, spreadsheet, and word processing software.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the aerospace or aerospace components manufacturing industry.
• Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) and research and development initiatives.
• Familiarity with precision-engineered fasteners or other highly engineered components.

Additional Requirements

• This is a fully on-site position based in City of Industry, California, with an expectation of five days per week at the facility.
• Occasional travel may be required.