JOB TITLE: Engineering Manager
LOCATION: Placentia, CA
Pay Rate: $68-85/hr (Contract) | FTE Salary Range: $110K–$150K + Benefits

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Contract: 6–12 months (Client prefers Direct Hire, open to Contract/C2H)

• Shift: 1st Shift

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Lead and provide technical guidance to a team designing and developing new and legacy products.

• Maintain overall technical authority for assigned product segments.

• Facilitate cross-functional teamwork using open communication, concurrent engineering, and continuous improvement principles.

• Plan, organize, schedule, and manage team activities to meet project goals and deliverables.

• Support engineering efficiency and productivity initiatives; develop improved techniques, processes, and standards.

• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to analyze customer requirements and develop cost-effective design solutions.

• Provide timely technical guidance and support to Operations for production issues.

• Prepare and participate in design meetings, program reviews, and technical proposals (RFP, RFQ, RFI, IFB).

• Build and mentor a high-performing engineering team; conduct performance appraisals and recommend personnel actions.

• Contribute to engineering department budget planning (CAPEX/expenses) and manpower requirements.

• Ensure designs are manufacturable and support continuous product improvement and innovation.

• Identify new opportunities and develop proprietary technology and product platforms.

• Travel may be required; occasionally carry up to 60 lbs. over distances (~½ mile).

Requirements:

• US export control eligibility for any required government authorizations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Advanced degree preferred).

• 12+ years of product design experience.

• 8+ years of engineering project management experience.

• 6+ years of engineering management experience supervising technical teams.

• Experience leading teams designing engineered products for customers.

• Experience with metallic materials, metal fabrication processes, and finishes.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.

• Proficiency with MS Office, 3D CAD/CAE software (SolidWorks preferred), and PDM systems (SolidWorks PDM desirable).

• Knowledge of GD&T and drawing standards.

• Resolve technical problems, manage multiple projects, and collaborate with customer personnel.

• High motivation, results-oriented, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.

• Advocate for and foster cross-functional teamwork and concurrent engineering.

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.

• Ability to track, analyze, and make decisions based on project/program data.Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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