Maintenance Supervisor, Aerospace Machine Shop
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Job summary
Applied Aerospace & Defense in Santa Ana, CA, is seeking a hands-on Maintenance & Facilities Manager to lead the maintenance and facilities function supporting aerospace manufacturing operations on the floor. You will troubleshoot, develop a team, improve equipment reliability, and partner with Operations and Engineering to keep production safe, efficient, and compliant with 6S and lean practices.
This role demands staying close to daily activities, coaching staff, managing preventive
Qualifications
- 8-10 years of progressive experience in maintenance, facilities, industrial manufacturing, or related field.
- Previous supervisory or management experience.
- Strong knowledge of industrial equipment, machine maintenance, and facility systems.
- Experience with preventive maintenance programs and data-driven improvements.
Responsibilities
- Lead, develop, and support the Maintenance and Facilities team.
- Oversee daily maintenance activities, priorities, staffing, and schedules.
- Build and maintain preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
- Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, EHS to minimize downtime.
- Ensure safety, reliability, and operational status of equipment and facilities.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and determine repairs and actions.
- Drive equipment reliability and reduce downtime; improve performance.
- Maintain safety features and oversee facility systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing).
- Manage internal maintenance and external contractors/suppliers.
Skills
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Job description
Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next‑generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next‑generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.
Applied Aerospace & Defense is looking for an experienced, hands‑on Maintenance & Facilities Manager to lead the maintenance and facilities function supporting our aerospace manufacturing operations.
This is an opportunity for a strong maintenance leader who enjoys being out on the manufacturing floor, solving problems, developing a team, improving equipment reliability, and keeping operations running safely and efficiently.
This is not a position for someone who wants to manage maintenance from behind a desk.
We are looking for a leader who is comfortable working alongside the team, troubleshooting equipment issues, partnering with Operations and Engineering, and taking ownership when challenges arise.
Applied Aerospace & Defense is a leading aerospace and defense manufacturer supporting mission‑critical programs across military, defense, and space applications.
Our teams manufacture highly engineered, flight‑critical components and complex assemblies where quality, precision, safety, and reliability matter.
We believe great results come from great people. Our culture values accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and leaders who are willing to roll up their sleeves and make an impact.
As our Maintenance & Facilities Manager, you will lead the people, processes, equipment, and facility activities that keep our manufacturing operation running.
- Lead, develop, and support the Maintenance and Facilities team.
- Oversee daily maintenance activities, priorities, staffing, and schedules.
- Build and maintain effective preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
- Partner closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, EHS, and other teams to minimize equipment downtime.
- Ensure manufacturing equipment, machinery, and facility systems remain safe, reliable, and operational.
- Troubleshoot machine and equipment issues and help determine appropriate repairs and corrective actions.
- Drive equipment reliability and identify opportunities to reduce downtime and improve performance.
- Ensure machine guards, safety devices, and other critical safety features are properly maintained.
- Oversee electrical, HVAC, plumbing, compressed air, lighting, roofs, grounds, and other facility systems.
- Manage internal maintenance activities as well as outside contractors, suppliers, and service providers.
- Maintain accurate preventive maintenance schedules, equipment records, and maintenance logs.
- Monitor maintenance and facilities expenses and identify opportunities to manage costs effectively.
- Review and approve purchases for maintenance parts, oils, coolants, cleaners, machine components, and facility supplies.
- Oversee scrap‑metal and chip removal activities.
- Promote and maintain a clean, organized, and safe workplace using 6S principles.
- Establish and monitor maintenance and facilities performance metrics.
- Ensure team members complete required safety, compliance, and job‑related training.
- Conduct performance reviews, coach employees, and address performance issues when necessary.
- Help create a culture of safety, accountability, urgency, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- We're looking for a leader who can balance people leadership with hands‑on technical knowledge.
- Minimum Qualifications
- 8-10 years of progressive experience in maintenance, facilities, industrial manufacturing, or a related field.
- Previous supervisory or management experience.
- Strong knowledge of industrial equipment, machine maintenance, and facility systems.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop, and hold teams accountable.
- Experience managing preventive maintenance programs.
- Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
- Experience working with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar business applications.
- We'd Especially Like to Meet You If You Have
- Aerospace, defense, precision machining, or complex manufacturing experience.
- Experience supporting CNC machining or other industrial manufacturing equipment.
- Experience with Epicor or another ERP/maintenance management system.
- Strong knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
- Experience developing maintenance KPIs and using data to improve equipment reliability.
- Familiarity with 6S, Lean Manufacturing, or continuous improvement principles.
- A reputation for being a hands‑on leader who isn't afraid to get involved when there's a problem.
- Reduce equipment downtime.
- Improve preventive maintenance effectiveness.
- Strengthen equipment and facility reliability.
- Maintain a safe and organized manufacturing environment.
- Develop a strong, accountable maintenance team.
- Improve communication and partnership between Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, and other departments.
- Anticipate problems before they disrupt production.
This position works in both office and active manufacturing environments and requires regular presence on the manufacturing floor.
The role may require standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and working around manufacturing equipment. The employee must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Applied Aerospace & Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre‑employment requirements, which may include a background investigation and drug screening.
Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. Applicants must also be able to meet applicable Applied Aerospace & Defense and U.S. Government security requirements for the position.
Applied Aerospace & Defense participates in the federal E‑Verify program.
Pay Range for this depends on experience and skills 135K-165K
Shift: Days
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Location: Applied Aerospace & Defense, Santa Ana
Category: Maintenance
Req Number: MAI-26-00006
Position: Maintenance Supervisor, Aerospace Machine Shop
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Number of Openings: 1
This position is currently accepting applications.
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