Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Ultimate Staffing; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing in Camarillo, CA is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a team of 4–5 engineers and drive operational excellence across manufacturing operations on-site.

This role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, 8+ years in aerospace manufacturing, and 2+ years of people management, with GD&T and SolidWorks proficiency. It offers a clear path to Production Manager or Business Unit Manager.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 8+ years aerospace manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years of people management experience.
• Strong GD&T and SolidWorks capabilities.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and reading detailed drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and prioritize Manufacturing Engineering activities and resources
• Drive productivity, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support new product introductions and manufacturing transitions
• Develop and report KPIs including First Pass Yield, Scrap, MTBF, and Productivity
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting on the manufacturing floor
• Create and maintain routers, work instructions, and manufacturing process documentation
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions using FMEA, A3, Fishbone, and RCCA methodologies
• Coach, mentor, and develop engineering team members

Skills

People management

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

GD&T

SolidWorks

Job description

Manufacturing Engineering Manager Needed in Camarillo - On-site only

Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing

Pay Rate: up to $140K DOE

Growing aerospace manufacturer seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a team of 4-5 engineers and drive operational excellence across manufacturing operations. We are seeking a management level candidate with growth aspirations!

This is an outstanding opportunity for a hands-on engineering leader with a strong technical foundation, proven people leadership experience, and the ambition to advance into broader operations leadership roles. The position is expected to serve as a key development path toward future opportunities such as Production Manager or Business Unit Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and prioritize Manufacturing Engineering activities and resources
• Drive productivity, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support new product introductions and manufacturing transitions
• Develop and report KPIs including First Pass Yield, Scrap, MTBF, and Productivity
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting on the manufacturing floor
• Create and maintain routers, work instructions, and manufacturing process documentation
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions using FMEA, A3, Fishbone, and RCCA methodologies
• Coach, mentor, and develop engineering team members

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
• 8+ years of aerospace manufacturing experience
• 2+ years of people management experience
• Strong GD&T and SolidWorks expertise
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Ability to read manufacturing drawings, electrical schematics, and process procedures
• Familiarity with AS9100, ISO standards, ITAR, and DFAR requirements
• Strong project management, communication, and leadership skills

Ideal Candidate

We\'re looking for someone with a bias for action, strong ownership mentality, growth mindset, and a passion for building high-performing teams. The ideal candidate enjoys solving problems on the manufacturing floor, developing people, and driving measurable business results.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and meet ITAR eligibility requirements.

You can contact me directly at 805-436-2957.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles\' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.