Manager of Engineering

Zenix Aerospace • El Cajon, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Manager of Engineering – Ketema Who is Zenix Aerospace? We are a global leader uniting decades of expertise under one name. Zenix Aerospace™ is a leading supplier of structural airframe and engine components to the global aerospace and space industries. A critical supplier across all major fuel-efficient commercial narrowbody platforms with a global footprint in eight strategic locations across the US, UK, and South East Asia. We deliver on time, to the highest standards of quality and safety, as a trusted partner in aerospace excellence. We are the leading partner in aerospace engineering uniting global expertise with a shared vision, we design and deliver high-technology aerospace components that keep aircraft and space systems flying safely, reliably, and efficiently. With a global footprint, decades of engineering heritage, and a future-focused approach to digital innovation, we are trusted by the world’s leading aerospace companies to deliver consistent excellence. Together, we are elevating aerospace. Who is Zenix Aerospace Ketema? Leading provider of components for aircraft and turbine engine builders, as well as precision products for space, marine and ground-based applications. Zenix Aerospace Ketema specializes in producing complex fabrications and machined components from titanium and nickel alloys. We are currently seeking a full-time Manager of Engineering for the 1st Shift (6:30am – 3:00pm) at our Ketema facility in El Cajon, CA. What Does the Job Involve? The Manager of Engineering leads and supervises a team of manufacturing engineers engaged in manufacturing process development, production support, and tool design/planning. Schedules and prioritizes individual team members’ workload based on operational requirements and personnel skills/ability. Reviews and approves customer supplied product designs (including any design changes) for compliance with engineering principles, organizational standards, and industry/customer specifications requirements. Supports quoting and estimating activities related to new business development. Supports continuous improvement initiatives (e.g. Kaizen events) to maintain and improve cost, quality and delivery metrics. Interfaces closely with the Quality and Operations team members to maintain and improve company procedures and work instructions. Plans and manages the introduction of new products into regular production from receipt of purchase order through concurrent engineering with customer’s product design teams, Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP), and full rate.

Requirements

• Knowledge of machines, tools, and fabrication/machining of exotic metals.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology.
• Knowledge of raw materials and production processes used in aerospace metal component manufacturing.
• Proficiency with solid modeling and engineering documentation development.
• Strong analytical capabilities.
• Act as a change agent.
• Create a team environment.
• Detail oriented.
• Balancing financial information.
• Communicate effectively (verbal and written).
• Compile statistics.
• Use computer packages to prepare graphics.
• Use computerized spreadsheets to conduct analysis.
• Familiar with lean manufacturing and Kaizen methods.
• Compose letters and memorandums.
• Coordinate events and meetings.
• Develop office procedures.
• Establish and maintain filing systems.
• Input data into computer programs.
• Interview others.
• Proofread documents.
• Research information.
• Schedule appointments.
• Answer telephones.
• ERP Systems (Mainframe).
• Calculator.
• Computer Peripheral Equipment.
• Personal computer & applicable software.
• Photocopier.
• Familiar with inspection tools and capabilities.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: 5 years of manufacturing process experience.
• Demonstrated experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, process improvement, and project management experience.

Nice To Haves

• Prior supervisory/management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and approves customers’ product design (including engineering design change flow downs etc.) for compliance with engineering principles, organization standards, and industry/customer specification requirements.
• Develops, verifies, and validates new and existing manufacturing processes.
• Evaluates and analyzes manufacturing process, product, materials and/or equipment specifications and performance requirements with company capabilities.
• Analyzes and solves problems from basic engineering principles, theories, and concepts to a wide range of complex or advanced problems.
• Proactively addresses resource issues to ensure project timelines are met.
• Prepares, reviews, and translates 3 dimensional models and/or drawings into format compatible with system capabilities.
• Develops and maintains key performance indicators for processes.
• Develops and configures performance measurement tools utilizing queries, spreadsheets, and engineering software tools.
• Assigns duties, responsibilities, and projects.
• Prepares work schedules of employees engaged in production tool planning and programming.
• Ensures planning and tooling schedules meet output demand.
• Provides day to day supervision and support, to include recruiting, managing, training and development, evaluating performance, and providing employee discipline in the assigned areas.
• Collaborates with appropriate department on product quality issues and resolve production problems to maximize product quality and reliability.
• Works with various other Senior divisions to share best practices and implement process improvements as applicable.
• Coordinates with other departments to resolve design, supplier, and production issues.
• Demonstrates ability to appear for work on time, works overtime when necessary, follows directions from a supervisor, interacts well with co-workers, understands and follows work rules and procedures, works safely, complies with corporate policies, goals and objectives, accepts constructive feedback, establishes goals and objectives, and exhibits initiative and commitment.
• Participates, identifies, and facilitates continuous improvement activities e.g. Kaizen events to improve cost/quality/delivery metrics.
• Researches new manufacturing technology to improve productivity, cost, and responsiveness.
• Recommends and implements changes to improve operational efficiency and/or quality standards.
• Initiates and completes technical activities leading to new or improved products or processes for current or next generation programs.
• Reduces product and process variation using data analysis and continuous improvement methods.

Benefits

• Joining Zenix Aerospace means not only a rewarding career with a tight-knit and collaborative team, but you will also enjoy a competitive compensation package that includes a market-led base salary, a comprehensive benefits package along with wellness benefits, employee recognition program, matching 401k plan, paid vacation, employee wellness activities, tuition reimbursement, and community involvement initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager