Associate Manufacturing Engineer

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Supplemental Coverage

Health Savings Account

Retirement Savings

Paid Holidays

Work Environment

Ideal Location

Job summary

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc (ESAero) in San Luis Obispo, CA is seeking an Associate Manufacturing Engineer to optimize production processes, improve product quality, and support new product introductions.

You will analyze workflows, translate designs to manufacturable assemblies, and provide guidance to production teams while participating in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering field.
• 0–2 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or related role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Understanding of engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to evaluate production issues and propose engineering solutions.
• Proficiency with engineering tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve assembly and production processes to meet targets.
• Analyze workflows and identify opportunities for efficiency, standardization, and error reduction.
• Translate designs into manufacturable assemblies using materials, tooling, and equipment.
• Provide technical guidance to production and assembly teams on tools and methods.
• Participate in design reviews, assessing manufacturability, cost, and feasibility.
• Apply engineering principles to resolve production issues, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain process documentation such as work instructions and routings.
• Collaborate with design, quality, procurement, and operations on continuous improvement.
• Evaluate equipment, tools, and fixtures to optimize production processes.
• Support new product introductions by analyzing production requirements.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, process optimization, or ERP/MRP systems.
• Familiarity with electro-mechanical manufacturing, sheet metal, plastics, or PCB assembly; travel to Santa Maria facility as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Independent judgment

Engineering tools

Microsoft Office

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Associate Manufacturing Engineer

Job Summary:

The Associate Manufacturing Engineer applies engineering principles tooptimizeproduction processes, improve product quality, and support new product introductions. This role uses independent judgment and problem-solving skills to design efficient manufacturing processes, ensure compliance with engineering standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The position requires intellectual, professional work that contributes to engineering solutions and process improvements.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Develop,maintain, and improve assembly and production processes to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets.

• Analyze manufacturing workflows andidentifyopportunities for efficiency improvements, process standardization, and error reduction.

• Translate engineered designs into manufacturable assemblies using engineering principles and advanced knowledge of materials, tooling, and equipment.

• Providetechnical guidance to production and assembly personnel regarding proper use of tools, equipment, and methods.

• Participate in design reviews, providing feedback on manufacturability, cost, and process feasibility.

• Apply engineering principles to resolve production issues,determineroot causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions.

• Develop andmaintainprocess documentation, including work instructions, routings, and standard operating procedures.

• Collaborate with design, quality, procurement, and operations teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives.

• Evaluate and recommend equipment, tools, and fixtures tooptimizeproduction processes.

• Support new product introductions by analyzing production requirements and contributing engineering solutions to achieve efficient scale-up.

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles, process optimization, or ERP/MRP systems.

• Familiarity with electro-mechanical manufacturing, sheet metal, plastics, or PCB assembly.
  *Travel to Santa Maria CA facility, as needed.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering field.

• 0–2 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or related technical role.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise independent judgment.

• Demonstrated understanding of engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.

• Ability to evaluate production issues and recommend engineering solutions that improve process efficiency and quality.

• Proficiencywith engineering tools, software, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong communicationskills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development in engineering practices.

Comprehensive Benefits & Perks:

• Health & Wellness:Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families.

• Paid Time Off:Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hoursaccruedplus anadditional40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day off.

• Life Insurance:$25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy, with theoptiontopurchaseadditionalcoverage for employees and their families.

• Supplemental Coverage:Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.

• Health Savings Account (HSA):Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses.

• Retirement Savings:401(k) with a company match to support your financial future.

• Paid Holidays:Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year.

• Work Environment:A casual dress code, complimentary snacks, and a welcoming company culture.

• Ideal Location:Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live, work, and play!

Company Overview:

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc (ESAero) is a leader in aerospace engineering, product development, and manufacturing, dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective solutions to the industry. We specialize incutting-edgesystem design, rapid product development, precision manufacturing, comprehensive testing, and technology demonstrations to support the evolving needs of the aerospace community. Committed to excellence, on-time delivery, and continuous growth, we invest in infrastructure to expand our manufacturing and aftermarket capabilities whilemaintainingthe highest standards of engineering services.

AtESAero, wedon’tjust build products, we engineer solutions that propel

the aerospace industry forward.

**This position is fully on-site atESAeroin San Luis Obispo, CA**

ESAerois an equal opportunity employer.
E-Verify participationrequiredfor employment.
AllESAeropositions require US citizenship or US resident status.
Must be able to pass backgroundand passdrugtest
PayRange:$80k-95kSalary/Exempt