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Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Job in Torrance, Los Angeles County, California, 90504, USA
Listing for: Robinson Helicopter Co
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-01
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Quality Engineering
  • Engineering
    Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Quality Engineering, Process Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 120000 - 145000 USD Yearly USD 120000.00 145000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Details Level: Experienced

Job Location:

Torrance, CA 90505

Position Type:
Full Time Salary Range: $ - $ Salary

Job Shift: Day Job Category:
Engineering

POSITION OVERVIEW:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Manufacturing Process Development
    • Develop and implement manufacturing processes for rotorcraft structures, mechanical assemblies, powertrain components, and aircraft systems.
    • Translate engineering drawings, specifications, and design intent into production-ready manufacturing plans.
    • Design and validate production layouts, tooling, fixtures, and workstations.
    • Establish standard work, manufacturing instructions, and process documentation.
  • Production Support & Technical Leadership
    • Provide hands‑on engineering support to the factory floor, resolving technical issues affecting production, quality, or schedule.
    • Serve as the technical authority for manufacturing processes within assigned production areas.
    • Mentor junior engineers and manufacturing technicians.
  • Continuous Improvement
    • Lead Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational excellence initiatives.
    • Analyze production performance metrics including:
      • throughput
      • first-pass yield
      • cycle time
      • cost of quality
    • Identify opportunities to increase productivity, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
  • New Product Introduction (NPI)
    • Support introduction of new helicopter models, aircraft modifications, and configuration changes.
    • Lead manufacturability reviews and Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA) assessments.
    • Develop tooling strategies and process qualification plans.
  • Compliance & Quality Assurance
    • Ensure manufacturing processes meet aerospace regulatory and quality requirements including:
      • FAA regulations
      • AS9100 quality management systems
      • internal quality procedures
    • Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues.
  • Capital Equipment & Automation
    • Identify, justify, and implement advanced manufacturing technologies, including automation, robotics, CNC machining, and digital manufacturing tools.
    • Lead capital equipment selection, specification, and commissioning.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
    • Coordinate with:
      • Design Engineering
      • Quality Assurance
      • Production Control
      • Supply Chain
      • Tooling and Maintenance
    • Support production planning and execution to meet aircraft delivery schedules.
  • Qualifications

    Required Qualifications:

    Education
    • Bachelor’s degree in:
      • Mechanical Engineering
      • Aerospace Engineering
      • Manufacturing Engineering
      • Industrial Engineering
      • or related engineering discipline
    Experience
    • 8+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
    • Experience in aerospace or regulated manufacturing environments preferred
    • Demonstrated experience supporting production operation
    Technical Skills
    • Strong knowledge of:
      • machining and fabrication processes
      • mechanical assembly
      • tooling and fixture design
      • process validation
    • Proficiency with:
      • CAD systems
      • ERP/MES manufacturing systems
      • process documentation and control
    Manufacturing Methodologies
    • Lean Manufacturing
    • Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement
    • Root Cause Analysis
    • Process capability and statistical analysis

    Manufacturing engineers typically evaluate and improve manufacturing processes, design systems for production, and implement technical solutions to improve efficiency and quality.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
    • Experience in rotorcraft or aircraft manufacturing
    • Familiarity with FAA Part 21 / production certification environments
    • Knowledge of aerospace materials including:
      • aluminum alloys
      • titanium
      • stainless steels
      • composites
    • Experience with CNC machining, assembly lines, or automated manufacturing systems
    • Project management experience leading cross-functional engineering initiatives
    KEY COMPENTENCIES:
    • Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability
    • Leadership and mentoring ability
    • Excellent technical communication
    • Hands‑on factory mindset
    • Data‑driven decision making

    Salary Range: $-$

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    10+ Years work experience
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