Aerospace Customer Service Manager

Crane Company; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

401k match

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Crane Aerospace & Electronics in Burbank, CA is hiring a Customer Service Manager to lead a high‑performing team responsible for contract administration, orders, and end‑to‑end customer support. This on‑site role emphasizes customer advocacy, process discipline, and operational excellence.

The role requires 5+ years in the field, 3+ years in management, Lean/ERP knowledge, and strong communication with internal and external partners. ITAR considerations apply and travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years related experience.
• 3+ years of previous management experience.
• Knowledge of Aerospace and Defense Order Management, Contract terms, Manufacturing, People Management, Operational Excellence and lean office.
• Proficient leadership and communication across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Customer Service Administration team with KPI‑driven goals.
• Identify and manage metrics to support the annual operating plan and customer satisfaction.
• Allocate customer assignments to balance workload and ensure timely order administration.
• Drive standardization and efficiency across the order‑to‑delivery process.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to elevate productivity and experience.
• Escalation point for guidance and timely resolution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP systems

Education

BS in Business or related field

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Customer Service Manager based in Burbank, CA. This is an on-site position.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronicssupplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Founded in 1968, Crane Aerospace & Electronics’ Auburn, Calif., facility, owns a rich history of excellence in the design and manufacturing of multi-stage lubrication and gerotor pumps for aerospace and defense applications. Throughout the years, our Auburn team has developed a reputation for providing industry-leading complex, highly engineered flow control products for mission‑critical engine/APU systems. Located in the Northern California foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range at a new, state‑of‑the‑art 65,000 sq. ft. facility, start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics.

Job Summary:

The Manager of Customer Service Administration is a key leadership role serving as champion for our customers and a key driver of operational excellence to support customer and business needs. This position is responsible for leading a high‑performing Customer Service team responsible for contract administration, order fulfillment, and end‑to‑end customer support. The Manager of Customer Service Administration serves as the customer advocate with responsibility for managing the customer relationship as it relates to order management and has responsibility for capturing and communicating the “Voice of the Customer” to drive improvements in our business that enhance customer satisfaction. Through strong leadership, disciplined process management, and a deep commitment to customer satisfaction, the Manager ensures our business processes are executed with consistency, quality, and efficiency, and the annual operating plan is supported.

Essential Functions:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Customer Service Administration team; ensure clear communication of goals and expectations; utilize KPI‑driven standard work to monitor progress, identify gaps, and drive actions that achieve performance objectives.
• Identify and manage metrics to support the annual operating plan, increase productivity, drive customer satisfaction and ensure compliance with Crane policies and procedures.
• Allocate customer assignments across the team to balance workload, enhance responsiveness, and ensure timely, accurate execution of order administration activities.
• Drive standardization, efficiency, and customer satisfaction across the entire order‑to‑delivery process.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that elevate team productivity, process compliance, and customer experience.
• Serves as an escalation point for the Customer Service team providing guidance, direction and timely resolution.
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 5+ years’ related experience. 3+ years of previous management experience.
• Knowledge: Knowledge of Aerospace and Defense Order Management, Contract terms, Manufacturing, People Management, Operational Excellence and lean office. Knowledge of ERP systems (preferably Oracle systems)
• Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated ability to plan and accomplish goals based on extensive experience and judgment. Demonstrated ADVANCED skills in all the following responsibilities: employee development, team building, business acumen, continuous improvement, systems and tools, project management and Communication (written and verbal). Proficient working and leading cross functional teams as well as demonstrated ability to solve problems. Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain relationships with internal and external customers. Experience presenting and communicating results with various stakeholders across the business.
• Education/Certification: BS in Business or related field.
• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Working Conditions:

• Standard office environment
• Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail
• Office working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Onsite manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• Office workers may be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
• Requires regular travel ( estimated 25%) to visit Crane Aerospace & Electronics’ business sites
• Standing: 10% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Sitting:90% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Lifting (in pounds): up to 10 pounds; Pushing (in pounds): up to 10 pounds
• Mental/Visual: use of computer and basic office equipment
• Workspace: office/desk

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

• Benefits: Health care, dental or life insurance starting the first day of the month
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careersor visit our website at www.CraneAE.comfor more information on our company and greatopportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniquesto optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug‑free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

Salary Range: $144,100.00 - $193,200.00 Annual USD

Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance‑based bonus programs.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.