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Engineering Drafting Manager – Mechanical Design & Documentation

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Drafting Manager to lead a high-performing team responsible for delivering accurate technical drawings, BOMs, and engineering documentation that support sales, operations, and customer-facing teams. This role combines technical expertise, team leadership, and process improvement to drive high-quality outputs, fast turnaround times, and continuous improvement within a regulated engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers and drafters, driving performance in accuracy, quality, and delivery timelines.
• Facilitate daily SCRUM meetings to monitor KPIs, remove roadblocks, and improve workflow efficiency.
• Lead the transition and optimization of drafting tools, including migration from Visio to SolidWorks.
• Review incoming project requests to ensure design inputs are complete and aligned with user requirements.
• Track and analyze drafting metrics using dashboards to identify trends, improve throughput, and reduce bottlenecks.
• Own and improve BOM standards and labor assumptions in partnership with Engineering, Planning, and Operations.
• Create and maintain SOPs and work instructions aligned with quality system requirements.
• Act as a key liaison between Engineering, Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to maintain design intent throughout the order-to-build process.
• Review and approve drawings to ensure compliance with design standards, GD&T requirements, and revision control.
• Standardize drafting templates, symbols, and design libraries to promote consistency and best practices.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure proper use of PLM and ERP systems.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing rework and improving communication across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of mechanical design or drafting experience, including 4+ years in a leadership role.
• Expert-level SolidWorks proficiency with strong knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards.
• Proven experience creating and reviewing technical drawings for injection-molded or assembled products.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing methods, materials, and tolerance stack-ups.
• Experience working within ISO 9001 or similar quality environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and project tracking methods (Gantt charts, KPI dashboards).
• Familiarity with PLM and ERP systems (SyteLine or equivalent preferred).
• Excellent cross-functional communication skills and a strong attention to detail.

Preferred Experience

• Background in bioprocessing, medical device, or other regulated industries.
• Knowledge of ISO 13485 or IATF 16949 standards.
• Experience supporting Lean, Kaizen, or process optimization initiatives.
• Prior involvement in drafting software transitions or system upgrades.

Additional Details

• This position is 100% on-site in Camarillo, California.
• Travel requirement: up to 5% annually.

Ready to grow your quality career in aerospace?

Are you the most experienced go-to person for aerospace quality problem solving, catching the smallest details, and making confident calls? Do you want to build a careernot just a jobwith paid training enhancing your aerospace knowledge, customer/supplier interaction, and providing a clear growth path?

Why This Role is Awesome:

• Youll Do More Than Inspect You'll own the quality game from First Article Inspections (FAIs) to root cause investigations, while also working with suppliers and customers to solve issues and prevent them from happening again.
• Grow While You Work We invest in you. From cross-training to certifications, we offer paid development to build your skills and move you forward.
• Be the Go-To Expert Whether it's decoding blueprints, reading GD&T, or leading corrective actions, you'll be the one others rely on.
• Great Vibes, Real Tools This is a hands-on, tool-forward job in a busy warehouse setting where accuracy meets action

What You'll Be Doing:

• Conduct advanced First Article Inspections (FAIs) using micrometers, calipers, ring/thread gauges, optical comparators, and more
• Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, and customer specs using GD&T
• Investigate and resolve supplier and customer non-conformances
• Work through quality portals to manage customer claims and rejections
• Log NCRs and inspection results into SAP and Excel like a pro
• Lead or support internal/external audits, including supplier corrective actions
• Collaborate across departmentsProduction, Sales, Customer Service, and Quality
• Mentor junior inspectors and help elevate team standards

What Will You Bring as the Ideal Candidate?

• Experience: 35+ years of hands-on inspection experience in aerospace, medical devices, or other high-precision manufacturing environments utilizing all levels of FAI techniques.
• Computer Skills: Confident navigating inspection software, SAP/ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel
• Tool Guru: Expertise with tools like micrometers, calipers, ring/thread gauges, CMM, and optical comparators
• Quality Expert: Deep familiarity with AS9100, AS9102, ISO 9001, FAI's and customer quality requirements
• Decision Maker: A sharp eye and decisive judgment youve led FAIs and made tough calls with confidence
• Strong organizational skills from paperwork to multitasking electronically in a fast-paced environment
• Focus and grit youll be seated at a desk, inspecting in a warm, active warehouse environment.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Internal auditor certifications (AS9100 or ASQ CQA/CQI)
• Experience using Net-Inspect or other similar inspection systems
• Delegated source inspector credentialing
• SAE or similar inspection certifications.

Benefits Were Proud Of

• 401(k) with company match
• Bonus opportunity annually
• Medical, Dental, and FREE Vision Coverage
• Company-paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays + Generous PTO
• Flexible schedules with your choice of Mon-Fri or off every other Monday/Friday
• Casual work environment no lab coats, just casual jeans
• Kickstart your shift in style with our awesome shoe credit program!
• Ongoing career development opportunities

Ready to be the quality expert that helps keep aircraft safe and customers happy?

Apply today and start your ascent with Align Aerospace where precision meets purpose.

At Align Aerospace, we believe diversity fuels innovation and success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every individualregardless of race, color, religion, gender, identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristicis valued and empowered to thrive. We welcome unique perspectives and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Lets build the future of aerospace together.

Compensation details: 31-36 Hourly Wage

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• Set up, program, and operate CNC mills, lathes, EDM machines, grinders, and other shop equipment
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T
• Design and fabricate tooling, jigs, fixtures, and dies
• Perform precision inspections using micrometers, calipers, and other measuring tools
• Optimize machining processes and troubleshoot issues to support production
• Maintain tool room organization, materials, and inventory

• 5+ years of machining experience, including tool and die work
• Experience with HAAS CNC machines, mills, lathes, and EDM
• Ability to machine aluminum, steel, and titanium to tight tolerances
• Proficiency with Mastercam, CATIA, or SolidWorks preferred
• Strong understanding of GD&T, machining principles, feeds, speeds, and precision measurement
• Machinist certification (NIMS, MSSC, or Haas CNC) preferred

• Vacation and Sick accrual
• 10 Paid Holidays annually
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
• EV Charging Station Onsite

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or protected individual).

TA Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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Job Title: Radio Frequency Engineer

Location: Camarillo - 5141A Verdugo Way (T828), CA

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

BILL RATE MAX: $65-%67/Hr. W2

Responsibilities:

• Follow USMC supplied operational scenarios, architecture framework (DoDAF), and RF performance requirements for developing a new system's RF design.

• Review the development of new system requirements (decomposed from the USMC operational requirements) in regards to RF performance.

• Assist with RF component requirement specifications, as needed.

• Research and recommend appropriate COTS or vendor developed RF components (transceivers, antennas, amplifiers, analog filters, switches, couplers, splitters, cables, etc.) for a new system based on RF performance requirements; size, weight, and power (SWAP) constraints; aircraft space limitations; existing aircraft antenna locations; etc.

• Review vendor simulations of candidate antenna performance based on aircraft location and anticipated operational use. Support senior RF engineers with the down select of the best candidate antennas for the system under development.

• Assist senior RF engineers with building an RF spread bench to test a new system's candidate RF components. Evaluate candidate COTS and vendor developed RF system components using the RF spread bench. Summarize test results.

• Support the chamber testing of a new system and/or its prototype.

• Assist with the generation and documentation of new systems' RF block diagrams.

• Assist the senior RF engineers with the development and evaluation of a new system's RF switching hardware (RF Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA's)).

• Support the down select of system RF components.

• Assist with the generation and maintenance of RF component Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs). Conduct ATPs on RF components.

• Assist with the troubleshooting of RF system issues.

• Assist the senior RF engineers with ensuring system compliance with MIL-STD-461 (EMI) and MIL-STD-464 (EMC).

• Assist with system RF chamber testing.

• Collated required system RF data to enable an outside Navy competency to perform HERO, HERF, and HERP analyses.

• Investigate RF system safety concerns/issues.

• Assist a co-located Navy competency with RF threat technique evaluation, as needed.

• Support the use of key processes, such as the configuration management for RF system changes after the system baseline is established.

• Support test's evaluation of system RF performance in the lab and during flight test.

• Support the senior RF engineers with program sponsor data calls for RF technical data.

Basic Qualifications for RF Engineer:

• 2 years with bachelor's in science; 1 Years with Masters; 0 years with PhD

US citizen with a Secret clearance

• Experience with RF systems

• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well in a close team environment

• NOT a teleworking position. Work in a Navy development facility.

Preferred Qualifications for RF Engineer:

• Top Secret clearance

• Experience with RF component selection, RF system development, and RF test equipment

• Experience mitigating co-site RF interference

• Experience using mechanical and electrical drawings

• Knowledge of Electromagnetic Warfare principles

• Familiarity with aircraft RF safety

• Familiarity with Agile Development Methodology

• Familiarity with Atlassian software development and collaboration tool set (Jira, Confluence)

• Experience integrating RF systems with military aircraft

• Familiarity with referenced military standards

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Open to applicants in Camarillo, CA, San Diego, CA and surrounding areas.

Application Manager – Role Summary

The Application Manager is responsible for identifying and delivering winning solutions for ODU and our customers. This role quotes and secures custom connector and cable assembly projects, owning and driving the project from concept through design-win and into serial production while ensuring profitability and strong customer satisfaction. As the primary customer stakeholder representative, the Application Manager manages all project related communication between the customer and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the quotation process for custom connector and cable assembly projects, providing ROM and firm quotes that ensure profitable growth.
• Drive projects from initial concept through design-win and into series/serial production.
• Serve as the primary customer liaison, ensuring clear and timely communication between the customer and internal teams.
• Collaborate closely with Technical Project Management, Product Development Engineering, Field Application Engineers, Sales, Customer Service, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Product Team Leaders throughout the full project and production process.
• Coordinate and communicate with other ODU subsidiaries to ensure alignment and successful execution for global projects.
• Provide technical and commercial guidance to customers and internal stakeholders, steering projects toward optimal solutions.
• Manage project profitability by monitoring costs, margins, and risks; partner with Finance when necessary.
• Oversee change management, including documentation and communication of design and requirement updates.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of processes, systems, and tools to enhance team efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Field such as Engineering or similar, or equivalent education and work experience, required.
• 3-years experience in engineering, project management or technical sales required; experience with electromechanical components preferred.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment highly preferred.
• Prior experience working with project management software preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and ability to navigate systems and technology required.

ODU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact .

Company Information

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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Network & Security Engineer to design, implement, and secure our customers' enterprise network infrastructures. This mid-level hybrid engineering position requires 5-7 years of hands-on experience spanning network architecture, implementation, and security operations. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver who can balance network infrastructure engineering with security monitoring and threat response, working both independently and collaboratively to deliver robust, scalable, and secure network solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Network Design & Architecture

·        Design and architect enterprise LAN/WAN network solutions that meet business and security requirements

·        Lead network infrastructure projects including upgrades, migrations, and new deployments

·        Configure and deploy Cisco routing/switching platforms, firewalls (SonicWall, Cisco, Fortinet), and enterprise wireless solutions

·        Monitor and respond to security alerts from Intune, Microsoft Defender, and other security platforms

·        Utilize Auvik for network monitoring, mapping, performance analysis, and configuration management

·        Implement and manage network security controls including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network access control (NAC)

·        Troubleshoot complex network and security issues and perform root cause analysis

·        Create and maintain network documentation including topology diagrams, security policies, and implementation plans

·        Implement routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), network segmentation, VLANs, and ACLs

·        Configure endpoint security policies through Intune and integrate with conditional access

·        Mentor junior team members and collaborate with cross-functional IT teams

Required Qualifications

Experience & Education

·        5-7 years of progressive experience in network engineering and infrastructure design

·        Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field preferred

Technical Skills - Networking

·        Expert knowledge of Cisco platforms (Nexus, Catalyst, ISR/ASR routers)

·        Proficiency with SonicWall, Cisco Firewalls, or Fortinet

·        Strong understanding of routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), TCP/IP, VLANs, ACLs

·        Experience with enterprise wireless (Cisco, Aruba, or Ruckus)

·        VPN technologies and network access control (NAC) experience

·        Experience with Auvik or similar network monitoring platforms

Technical Skills - Security

·        Experience with Microsoft Intune and Defender for Endpoint

·        Security alert monitoring and incident response

·        Knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, CIS Controls, Zero Trust)

·        Familiarity with IDS/IPS, SIEM, and vulnerability scanners

·        Understanding of conditional access and identity-based security

Professional Skills

·        Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

·        Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences

·        Project management experience with infrastructure initiatives

·        Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

·        CCIE or expert-level networking certifications

·        Experience with Cisco ISE deployment

·        Network automation tools (Ansible, Python, Terraform)

·        Cloud networking experience (AWS, Azure, GCP)

·        SIEM platforms (Splunk, Sentinel)

·        MSP environment experience

Physical Requirements:

·        Ability to stand and walk.

·        Ability to reach above, at, or below waist height

·        Ability to kneel, bend, stoop, turn and twist

·        Ability to lift 25lb regularly and occasionally up to 50 lbs.

Safety:

·        The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely without endangering the health or safety of self or others.

Supervisory Responsibility:

·        The position currently has no people supervisory responsibility 

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be added at any time per business needs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

The Customer Account Specialist (CAS) develops and maintains customer relationships with buyers and provides support for questions related to purchase orders, quotations, product inquiries, quality issues, and technical assistance. CAS works closely with the Regional Sales Managers to problem solve and find unique solutions to meet the customers' requests in a timely fashion, in support of ODU's unique selling proposition of quickness. Customer Service also supports the Sales team by fielding customer requests, working with the necessary departments to clear roadblocks, and problem solve to ultimately satisfy all customer inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Reviews customer purchase orders to ensure all data is correct, identifying unique requirements that meet the ODU standard procedures; ensures order confirmations are sent to customers within 24 hours of receipt of order
• Partners with necessary department(s) to ensure compliance with customer requirements before accepting an order, as well as identifying unique customer requirements and problem solves to find the best solution for all parties
• Maintains ERP system with relevant customer data including shipping information, shipping dates, unique requirements and any other necessary information; manages the backlog process to ensure data integrity within the system, which may include on time delivery (OTD) data, monthly sales projections, monthly inventory projections, etc.
• Responsible for a full lifecycle of orders, which may include handling customer expedite requests, special or unique demand requirements; partners with Supply Chain to find creative ways to improve inventory availability
• Creates quotations and maintains price lists for standard products, as well as special customer pricing for large contracts; partners with Product Management to execute price increases to the market as needed
• Maintains solid relationships with all assigned customers, always seeking additional opportunities to meet the customer requests and needs; listens to customer queries patiently with an ear toward solution, requesting support as needed
• Works with top customers to retrieve supplier scorecards; and check the on-time delivery (OTD) to the established timeline in our ERP system; provides advanced notification to customers if shipment is delayed
• Responsible for Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMA's), including timely processing and resolution, partnering with internal Quality team to find the best solution for the customer and ODU
• Provides basic technical support to customers, understanding part numbers and internal processes when assistance is needed
• Responsible for additional duties and projects, as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of customer service and/or account management highly preferred
• Prior experience in manufacturing, engineering or similar environment is ideal
• Strong customer service skills; able to articulate and understand requests or issues
• Knowledge of ERP systems: SAP and CRM preferred
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and ability to navigate systems and technology required
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, handling ambiguity and changing priorities as needed
• A team player with highly developed communication and presentation skills with the ability to work and collaborate with individuals at all levels
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to take initiative and find solutions

ODU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact .