Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Red Frog Solutions•Camarillo, CA
•$160,000 - $170,000•Onsite
About The Position
An established aerospace manufacturer is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead engineering support for production, including assembly and test operations, process improvement, and new-product introduction. Reporting to the VP of Operations, this leader will develop a technical team, solve complex manufacturing challenges, and drive measurable improvements across the plant. The role offers potential long-term advancement into broader operations leadership. The position is based on-site in Camarillo, California, with a base salary of $160,000–$170,000 plus a 20% bonus.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
- At least 8 years of aerospace manufacturing experience, including at least 2 years managing engineering teams.
- Strong knowledge of GD&T, SolidWorks, manufacturing drawings, and electrical schematics.
- Experience with structured root-cause and corrective-action methods such as FMEA, A3, fishbone, or RCCA.
- Demonstrated project ownership, floor-level troubleshooting, and continuous-improvement results.
- Experience working in MRP/ERP systems and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Ability to lead and develop a team of at least three direct reports.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with AS9100, ISO standards, ITAR, and DFARS.
- Electromechanical assembly and test manufacturing experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead and prioritize the manufacturing engineering team, including coaching, performance management, and professional development.
- Provide hands-on technical support to manufacturing, assembly, and test teams to resolve production issues.
- Own plant productivity and process-improvement projects, including scope, milestones, execution, and results.
- Develop and maintain manufacturing routings, work instructions, and manufacturing process specifications.
- Lead engineering support for new-product transitions into production and improvements to existing processes.
- Support material review board (MRB) activity, defect disposition, rework instructions, and corrective/preventive actions.
- Develop and report KPIs such as first-pass yield, scrap, reliability/MTBF, and productivity.
- Collaborate with operations, quality, design engineering, and supply chain to strengthen manufacturability and performance.
Benefits
- 20% bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
