Aerospace NPI & Tooling Engineer — Manufacturing Excellence

ANSWER CONSULTING Ltda.; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ANSWER CONSULTING Ltda. in Burbank, CA, seeks a Manufacturing Manager to industrialize designs into repeatable, high-yield production. You will convert drawings into robust build processes and champion APQP, VWI, and tooling layouts to ensure first-time quality.

In this hands-on role you’ll lead process validation, manage cross-functional teams, and drive cost targets while reducing waste. Expect a fast-paced aerospace environment with strict ITAR/EAR compliance and close supplier collaboration.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years aerospace experience, or MS with 2+ years aerospace experience.
• Strong GD&T knowledge and sheet metal/welding experience preferred.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing and ITAR/EAR compliance desirable.

Responsibilities

• Industrialize designs into repeatable, cost-effective build processes.
• Lead APQP, Visual Work Instructions (VWI) and tooling/layout initiatives.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to meet quality and cost targets.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Aerospace

GD&T

Problem Solving

Cross-functional Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Master's in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

MRP/ERP

Sheet Metal Processes

Job description

ANSWER CONSULTING Ltda. in Burbank, CA, seeks a Manufacturing Manager to industrialize designs into repeatable, high-yield production. You will convert drawings into robust build processes and champion APQP, VWI, and tooling layouts to ensure first-time quality.

In this hands-on role you’ll lead process validation, manage cross-functional teams, and drive cost targets while reducing waste. Expect a fast-paced aerospace environment with strict ITAR/EAR compliance and close supplier collaboration.