Aerospace Maintenance Engineer II

PPG Industries; Mojave (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG Aerospace is seeking a Maintenance Engineer II to join our on-site team in Mojave, CA. You will provide engineering support, drive reliability improvements, and manage preventive maintenance programs for critical equipment.

The role reports to the Engineering & Maintenance Manager and emphasizes safety, OEE, and cost efficiency. The ideal candidate has a mechanical/electrical/industrial background with 5+ years in manufacturing maintenance or project management, plus proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent technical discipline.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of engineering, maintenance, or project management experience in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical support for the maintenance team.
• Improve equipment reliability and OEE through collaboration with Maintenance, Engineering, and Production.
• Manage preventive maintenance programs, PM schedules, procedures, and maintenance strategies to minimize downtime.
• Develop and present data, recommendations, and improvement plans.
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and reduce maintenance costs.
• Monitor KPIs related to equipment reliability, uptime and maintenance effectiveness.
• Ensure projects meet engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and safety/quality best practices.
• Champion safety culture, housekeeping, and adherence to plant procedures.

Skills

Engineering experience

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering)

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Maintenance management software

Predictive maintenance technologies

Job description

PPG Aerospace is looking for a dedicated and experienced Maintenance Engineer II to join our team on-site in Mojave, CA. You will offer an exciting opportunity to specialize in Mechanical Engineering, handling both standard and complex assignments that are important to larger projects.

As the Maintenance Engineer II, you will report directly to our Engineering & Maintenance Manager, ensuring the highest standards of equipment reliability and performance. Join us in advancing aerospace technology through your expertise and commitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical support for the maintenance team

• Partner with Maintenance, Engineering, and Production to improve equipment reliability, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)

• Manage and continuously improve preventive maintenance programs, including PM schedules, procedures, work instructions, and maintenance strategies to minimize unplanned downtime

• Develop and present data, recommendations, and improvement plans

• Develop preventive maintenance schedules and programs to minimize unplanned downtime and reduce maintenance costs

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to equipment reliability, uptime, and maintenance effectiveness

• Ensure all projects meet engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices for risk assessment, safety, and quality

• Champion safety culture, housekeeping, and adherence to all plant procedures

Qualifications

• Only US Citizens, Green Card holders, political asylees, or refugees are eligible to apply

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent technical discipline

• Master’s degree preferred

• 5+ years of engineering, maintenance, or project management experience in a manufacturing environment

• Proficiency in using maintenance management software, data analysis tools, and predictive maintenance technologies

• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams

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Pay Transparency

The base salary range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000, with a possibility of an annual bonus up to 7% of base salary. PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.

About us

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways thandoes any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG onX.

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We are customer champions

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, movefastanddon’tstop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.

We act with purpose and speed

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

We are excellent operators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, weidentifyproblems, takeownershipand always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support ourfrontline,the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace newtechnologiesand leverage agility and speed as strengths.

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Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act withintegrityand value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

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PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genderidentityor expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary bylocationwhich allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurancecoveragesand benefits will bein accordance withthe terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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