Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer – Onsite

Brea, CA, United States

Come build something that matters.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better for Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top‑notch team of approximately 48,000 diverse and high‑performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.

As a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll be part of our Aerospace team working as an onsite employee. You’ll get to:

• Support production operations and drive continuous improvement across the facility
• Support day‑to‑day manufacturing operations
• Perform Material Review Board (MRB) dispositions
• Set up and update manufacturing routers
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance quality and productivity
• Collaborate effectively with a motivated, team‑oriented group of engineers to resolve production challenges
• Collaborate directly with manufacturing personnel to resolve production issues and implement process improvements
• Apply a strong understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes and industry standards

This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. “Green Card Holder”), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing
• Knowledge of aerospace industry specifications and standards (e.g., AS9100, NAS, MIL)
• Proficiency in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Experience with Solid Works or equivalent CAD software
• Familiarity with ERP systems
• Knowledge of aerospace fastener manufacturing
• Understanding of metal forming processes, including heading, nut forming, and progressive die presses
• Experience with conventional and CNC machining
• Familiarity with destructive and non‑destructive testing methods for aerospace fasteners
• Understanding of aerospace surface treatments, including plating, solid film lubricants, and cetyl alcohol
• Knowledge of heat treatment processes and their impact on material properties

You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well‑being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

• Grow:
  Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
• Learn:
  Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
• Belong:
  Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
• Give Back:
  Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.

The base pay range for this position in California is $99,300 – $134,299 per year. Pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign‑on payment may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Applicants should apply via Stanley Black & Decker’s internal or external careers site.

We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech‑driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history.

Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

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