Manufacturing Engineer II- Machine Shop/Fabrication

MASON ELECTRIC CO; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mason Electric Co is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II for the machine shop/fabrication area in Los Angeles, CA. The role focuses on optimizing production processes, tooling, and lean practices to ensure high quality and efficiency in aerospace/defense manufacturing.

The incumbent will collaborate with design, quality, and production teams, perform time studies, and implement improvements across the shop floor while supporting new product introduction and prototype development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, electrical, or related engineering field.
• 3 years of industry experience.
• Experience automating processes/systems and implementing lean manufacturing.
• Ability to work closely with design, quality engineering, and production teams.
• Experience with electronic assembly and troubleshooting is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for efficiency and quality.
• Design and implement tooling and fixtures to support production.
• Conduct time studies and workflow analysis to identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in all manufacturing activities.
• Use CAD software to design and modify tools and fixtures.
• Implement lean manufacturing techniques to reduce waste and improve productivity.
• Monitor machine shop operations to ensure adherence to production schedules.
• Provide technical support and training to machine operators and production staff.
• Develop and maintain documentation for manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Evaluate new equipment and technologies for potential integration into production.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in the manufacturing process.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair activities to minimize downtime.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve process reliability.
• Support new product introduction and prototype development in the machine shop.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Lean manufacturing

CAD software

Cross-functional collaboration

Troubleshooting

Time studies

Education

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Electrical, or related Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Automation systems

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer II- Machine Shop/Fabrication

Mason welcomes people who share our determination and high standards to join us in doing work that moves the world forward. We design, manufacture, and market highly engineered products and systems principally for the aerospace and defense markets. Mason, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transdigm, offers world-class control devices and subsystems - such as control grips, throttles, HaWC controllers, and communications interfaces - for today's advanced cockpits, military vehicles, and other specialized applications. Our solutions fall into two broad categories: control products and components.

Title:

Engineer II

Job Family:

Engineering

Reports to:

Manufacturing Manager

FLSA Status

Exempt

EEOC Class:

Professional

Summary

As a Manufacturing Engineer II Machine Shop/Fabrication, where you will play a crucial role in optimizing production processes and driving innovation. Leverage your expertise to enhance precision manufacturing, improve efficiency, and ensure the highest quality standards in our cutting-edge facility. Collaborate with talented professionals in a supportive environment that fosters growth and development.

Position Duties

Essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for efficiency and quality.

• Design and implement tooling and fixtures to support production.

• Conduct time studies and workflow analysis to identify areas for improvement.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues

• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in all manufacturing activities.

• Use CAD software to design and modify tools and fixtures.

• Implement lean manufacturing techniques to reduce waste and improve productivity.

• Monitor machine shop operations to ensure adherence to production schedules.

• Provide technical support and training to machine operators and production staff.

• Develop and maintain documentation for manufacturing processes and procedures.

• Evaluate new equipment and technologies for potential integration into production.

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in the manufacturing process.

• Coordinate maintenance and repair activities to minimize downtime.

• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve process reliability.

• Support new product introduction and prototype development in the machine shop.

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Electrical, or other related Engineering field.

• 3 years of industry experience

• Experience working on automating processes/systems and implementing lean manufacturing.

• Ability to work closely with design, quality engineering, and production teams.

• Experience with electronic assembly and troubleshooting is highly desirable.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and telephone

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work

• Light to moderate lifting is required

• Regular, predictable attendance is required

• Must be able to work on Saturdays as needed to meet production goals

Compensation Pay Range: $101,000 - $120,000

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

International Trade Compliance Requirements :

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires either U.S persons (as defined in applicable export regulations) or a non [1] U.S person who is eligible to obtain required export authorization(s).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mason is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability.

Mason prohibits discrimination or harassment based on the following categories: race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by state or federal law.