Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Cal-Draulics)
About The Position
Founded in 1950, Cal-Draulics designs, machines, assembles, and tests flight-critical hydraulic components under one roof. With new investment and growing demand, this role offers the opportunity to lead the technical development of a company with a strong legacy and significant runway for growth. Overview Cal-Draulics is expanding and investing in next-generation manufacturing and hydraulic test capability. As the Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will be the technical owner of manufacturing processes from CNC machining and precision assembly to automated hydraulic testing. You will evaluate customer requirements, launch new products into production, and drive improvements in yield, efficiency, and reliability. This is a high-impact role with autonomy: you will shape how engineering operates at Cal-Draulics.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 7+ years in aerospace/aviation component manufacturing (hydraulics strongly preferred)
- Strong knowledge of GD&T, precision machining, and assembly processes
- Hands-on experience with hydraulic testing and instrumentation
- Familiarity with AS9100 and aerospace documentation requirements
- Experience with CAD and MRP/ERP systems (EVO a plus)
- This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a US person as: any individual who is granted U.S. citizenship; or. any individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence ("Green Card" holder); or. any individual who is granted status as a "protected person" under 8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3).
Nice To Haves
- PLC and/or LabVIEW experience for test automation and data acquisition
- Hydraulic instrumentation and measurement systems (pressure, flow, leakage, burst)
- Experience qualifying new process equipment and tooling
Responsibilities
- Own the full manufacturing engineering lifecycle for hydraulic valves and precision machined components
- Design, automate, and maintain hydraulic test systems and data acquisition processes
- Evaluate customer drawings/specifications and develop efficient work instructions and routings
- Improve cost, throughput, and first-time yield through structured problem solving
- Maintain ERP accuracy for BOMs, routings, standard times, and revision control
- Drive introduction of new products into production
- Advance tooling, fixturing, and process capability to support growth and scale
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
