Director of Engineering – On‑Site Aerospace Manufacturing Leader

TriMas Corporation; California; On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Prescription Drugs

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO & Retirement Program

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Allfast Fastening Systems LLC in City of Industry, CA, is hiring a Director of Engineering. The role oversees mechanical product manufacturing, drives R&D from concept to final product, and leads a cohesive engineering organization to deliver quality on schedule.

Requires a Bachelor's in a related field and at least five years of managerial experience in high-volume manufacturing with MRP exposure. On-site role with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• Ten years related experience; or cumulative education/experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years management in a high-volume manufacturing environment with MRP exposure.

Responsibilities

• Oversees development of manufacturing and tooling blueprints, BOMs, and work orders.
• Initiates and coordinates R&D projects.
• Ensures quality products and on-schedule delivery.
• Leads continuous improvement efforts and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Interacts with manufacturing, sales, and suppliers to provide technical support.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Manufacturing software

Project Management software

Design software

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

Tools

CAD Software

MRP Systems

Spreadsheet software

Word processing software

Job description

Director of Engineering

Company: Allfast Fastening Systems LLC

Primary Location: 15200 Don Julian Road, City of Industry, CA 91745 USA

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Salaried | Full-Time

Function: Engineering

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Summary:
PennAero is hiring a Director of Engineering at our Allfast Fastening Systems location in City of Industry, CA. Allfast Fastening Systems is a leading global manufacturer of solid and blind rivets, blind bolts, temporary fasteners, and installation tools for the aerospace industry. Our fasteners are crucial for the structural integrity of both commercial airliners and military jets. As a key supplier to major aerospace manufacturers, Allfast's products support the commercial, military, and general aviation platforms in production and in service.
About PennAero:
PennAero is a leading manufacturer of highly engineered fasteners and specialized components for critical aerospace, defense, space, and advanced energy applications. We partner with customers to solve their most complex challenges, bringing technical depth and disciplined, agile execution when it matters most. Experience guides our growth-strengthening capabilities and expanding our global platform as markets evolve. To learn more about PennAero's capabilities and commitment to aerospace excellence, visit https://pennaero.com

JOB SUMMARY:

Has authority and responsibility for mechanical
product manufacturing, ensuring the highest level of quality and strict
adherence to specifications in providing quality products to the customer. Responsible for research and development
projects from origination to final product. This includes defining and implementing the proper procedures or
functions to optimize processes and reduce costs.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities
and Competencies:

Oversees development of manufacturing and tooling
blueprints, bills of material and work orders.

Initiates and/or coordinates all research and
development projects.

Responsible for all document control and other
engineering activities to ensure specifications are accurate and to the latest
revisions.

Implements the necessary controls to ensure quality
products are delivered on schedule.

Initiates and/or coordinates Engineering Change
Orders with various departments as necessary.

Participates in the Material Review Board.

Designs and performs experiments, conducts failure
analysis, and efficiently solves technical problems.

Coordinates capital expenditure planning and
justification with departmental or management representatives.

Responds to inquiries, problems, and complaints
involving customer and/or Quality Assurance.

Interacts with manufacturing, sales, and various
other departments, suppliers and customers in a supportive technical role.

Looks for and optimizes all opportunities for cost
reduction or avoidance by developing and implementing improved processes and/or
procedures.

Responsible for building/directing an effective
engineering organization and establishing a cohesive team.

Provides creative and
aggressive leadership in managing assigned functions.

Assumes lead role in continuous
improvement training and workshops.
Other duties as assigned.

This role is required to be on-site 5 days at the City of Industry, CA location.

Qualifications

Education and /or Experience:

A Bachelors
degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related
field. Ten years related experience; or
cumulative combination of education and experience. Minimum of five (5) years experience with
management responsibility in a high-volume manufacturing environment with
methods, processing, and MRP exposure.

Language Skills:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general
business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or
governmental regulations. Ability to
write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information
and respond to questions from groups of managers, vendors, and customers.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as
probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid
geometry and trigonometry. Ability to
apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to
practical situations.

Reasoning Abilities:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish
facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of
technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several
abstract and concrete variables.

Blueprint Reading:

Ability to read and understand
blueprints.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual
should have knowledge of Design software; Development software; Manufacturing
software; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing
software.

Compensation

In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the expected pay range for this position is $175,000 - $225,000.

Compensation can vary depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, competencies, and geographic location. Some roles may qualify for extra incentives like equity, commissions, or other variable performance-related bonuses. Further details will be provided by our recruiting team during the interview process.

Benefits

Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.