Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Associate – Entry Level

RTCA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTCA in Chatsworth, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Associate for an onsite, full-time role. This early‑career position supports engineering and shop floor operations in a CNC precision machining aerospace environment.

You will help create and maintain work instructions, enter ERP/MRP data, collaborate across teams, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts including 5S and Kaizen. A Bachelor’s degree in engineering and strong communication are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related field).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Team-oriented mindset with professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Working a full-time, onsite position at our Chatsworth, CA location.
• Assist with creation, revision, and maintenance of manufacturing work instructions and process documentation.
• Support engineering documentation activities including routers, tool lists, setup sheets, and related records.
• Enter and maintain ERP/MRP system data, including BOMs, routings, and production planning information.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering, production, quality, planning, and supply chain teams.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost reduction.
• Support lean manufacturing activities including 5S, Kaizen events, and process improvement projects.
• Assist with tooling, fixture, and shop support requests as needed.
• Support estimating and quoting activities through data collection, manufacturing input, and process reviews.
• Gain exposure to aerospace manufacturing processes including CNC machining, assembly, deburr, inspection, finishing, and material flow.
• Assist with engineering change implementation and document control activities.
• Support production issue resolution and corrective action activities under guidance from senior engineering staff.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and communicate project status updates.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Attention to detail

Professional demeanor

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

RTCA in Chatsworth, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Associate for an onsite, full-time role. This early‑career position supports engineering and shop floor operations in a CNC precision machining aerospace environment.

You will help create and maintain work instructions, enter ERP/MRP data, collaborate across teams, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts including 5S and Kaizen. A Bachelor’s degree in engineering and strong communication are required.