Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Senior Manufacturing EngineerLocation: Santa Ana, CACompensation: $130,000 – $190,000 annually (DOE) + competitive benefits packageEmployment Type: Full-TimeFLSA Status: ExemptSchedule: Monday – Friday (standard business hours; flexibility required for production support)I am working with a very important client in Santa Ana, a leading aerospace manufacturer specializing in flight-critical metallic structures and assemblies for defense and commercial aviation.About the Role:The Senior Manufacturing Engineer leads the development and improvement of aerospace manufacturing processes, ensuring designs are producible, cost-effective, and compliant with customer and regulatory requirements. This role drives process optimization, supports NPI programs, and serves as a key technical resource for production, quality, and engineering teams.Essential Duties:Develop and maintain manufacturing work instructions for aerospace componentsSupport CNC programming and machining strategy development for complex partsReview engineering drawings and ensure manufacturability (GD&T, models, specs)Provide technical support to production and quality teams to resolve issuesEstablish and validate standard hours and routing assumptionsLead NPI process development and industrialization of new productsEvaluate nonconforming parts and develop repair solutionsDrive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to improve cost, quality, and deliveryMentor engineers and support cross-functional engineering changesQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent aerospace manufacturing experience (15+ years)Strong aerospace machining and/or metallic structures backgroundExperience interpreting engineering drawings and GD&TCAD experience (CATIA, SolidWorks, or NX preferred)Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, and process planningExperience supporting NPI and production environmentsPreferred:Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma experienceAerospace machining and fixture design experienceStrong background in process optimization and cost reductionExperience in regulated aerospace/defense environmentsBenefits:Competitive salary + performance-based compensationMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement planPTO and holidaysCareer growth in a highly technical aerospace environmentDisclaimer: The compensation and benefits information in this posting represent a good faith and reasonable estimate of what it might pay for this position. This information may be modified at any time, subject to applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer: Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity, and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eastridge Workforce Solutions also prohibits harassment or retaliation of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Massachusetts Candidates: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Privacy: Information collected and processed as part of your candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Eastridge's Privacy Policy, as well as Eastridge's Pre-Use Notice of Collection and Automated Decision-Making Technologies. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, if applicable, text messages, or emails from Eastridge Workforce Solution, and/or its agents and contracted partners related to confirming assignments and job openings. Message frequency may vary. Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier. To opt out of receiving SMS messages from us at any time, simply reply to the text with "STOP." Please be aware that message and data rates may apply to any SMS messages sent or received. You can access our SMS Terms and Conditions by visiting.