Engineering Jobs in Seal Beach

Position Summary:

The Project Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and completion of cross-functional projects to ensure timely delivery, budget alignment, and quality outcomes. This role acts as a key liaison between departments such as Product Development, Marketing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Leadership — driving accountability and ensuring projects align with company objectives.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with strong leadership and communication skills to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, growing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end management of multiple projects, from planning and execution to final delivery.
• Develop and manage detailed project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Facilitate effective communication across all departments to ensure alignment and progress toward milestones.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project delays or issues.
• Track project progress using appropriate tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, , or MS Project) and provide regular status reports to leadership.
• Conduct project meetings, document action items, and follow up to ensure accountability.
• Partner with stakeholders to define project scope, deliverables, and success metrics.
• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance project efficiency and workflow consistency.
• Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and external partners when applicable to meet project deliverables.
• Ensure that all projects adhere to company standards, quality requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or related field (PMP or CAPM certification preferred).
• Experience: 3–5 years of experience in project management, preferably in a CPG, manufacturing, or product development environment.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches).
• Proficiency in project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Asana, , Trello, Smartsheet, or MS Project).
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Analytical thinker with problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic planning and execution
• Cross-functional leadership
• Clear communication and collaboration
• Time and resource management
• Risk assessment and problem-solving
• Continuous improvement mindset

Under general supervision, deburr, weld prep and/or clean titanium and aluminum components and sub-assemblies to support all core processes, such as machining, welding, and NDE.

Essential Responsibilities

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• Support the highest standards of safety and environmental practices.
  
• Deburr machined components for sharp edges.
  
• Hand blend machined and welded surfaces to drawing requirements.
  
• Hand abrade components to desired finish for weld.
  
• Clean components and assemblies per drawing and/or manufacturing work instructions.
  
• Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively.
  
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
  
• Check work after completion of each operation in job and/or completed job to ensure it is complete per drawing and/or manufacturing work instruction.
  

$23-$26 per hour

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Aerospace manufacturing experience preferred.

This position is currently accepting applications.

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• Determines most practical inspection method and technique; plans sequence of operation; selects precision measuring instruments and equipment to dimensionally inspect units. Performs surface table inspections using standard positioning, measuring and layout instruments and equipment. Uses shop mathematics, decimals and fractions in the performance of the work noted herein.
• Conducts first article, receiving inspection, in-process inspection and final inspection assignments; visually and dimensionally inspects a wide variety of airframes parts and aerospace assemblies/components.
• Witness's first piece part production and certifies acceptability; observes and performs in-process inspection during component build-up and sub-assembly stages; performs final assembly inspection and observes testing operations to assure quality, workmanship and strict compliance with Arrowhead, military space and commercial specifications and standards.
• Inspects incoming metallic and fiber materials, plastic and rubber compounds for correct formulation call- out, serialization, identification, cure date and shelf life; verifies vendor and material certifications; checks heat codes, batch and lot numbers to assure product tractability; certifies the proper mixing and blending of bonding agents and adhesives. Inspects reinforced plastic and rubber products for delaminating, blisters, porosity, bond, elasticity, gauge surface smoothness and similar defects or characteristics. Checks configuration and part dimensions with or without the aid of assembly check gauges, fixtures and tooling. Prepares shipping data package for non-metal (soft goods) components/assemblies in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Monitors oven and cure processes and records temperature readings and dwell time; performs or observes pressurization and leak test using plant air, nitrogen and helium.
• Prepare rework tags, inspection reports and documentation. Coordinates rejection with MRB, engineering and customer representatives for depositions and process refinement. Assembles end item documentation for the review and acceptance of finished products. Prepares and maintains history files, records and reports.
• This job description is not all inclusive of all duties. Other duties may be assigned.

• Requires High School degree or GED. Related AA or trade school degree preferred.
• Requires 2+ years of related Quality Assurance inspection experience. Experience must include interface with customer source representatives, government sources, internal departments and senior management.
• US Citizenship or permanent residency.

• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector preferred
• Experience working in AS9100 production environment preferred
• Must be able to read and analyze engineering drawings and blueprints to determine requirements.
• Must be proficient in the use of basic inspection tools, calipers, scales, height gauges, optical aids, micrometers and GD&T.
• Must have experience with production processes such as assembly, forming, tooling, welding (fusion & resistance), heat treat, cleaning
• Must have experience with production machinery and equipment such as press forming, tube bending and other fabrication.
• Must have knowledge of metallic materials such as stainless, nickel, titanium, aluminum.
• Must have experience with composites materials and production processes such as elastomers, resins, and composite reinforcement material.
• Must be familiar with AS9102 standards and software, and military specifications.
• Experience using Net-Inspect standards and software preferred.
• Must interface effective across organizational levels.
• Must have good organizational skills and maintain accurate, complete documentation.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Must be proficient with the use of the Internet, MS Word/Outlook.

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• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Push and pull 50 lbs.
• Bend Occasionally
• Sit, Stand, and Walk Frequently

• Working knowledge of NetInspect, Inspection Expert, AS9100, AS9101, Boeing, Northrop, Lockheed Martin, UTAS, Honeywell, and DCMA specifications.
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) certification is expected to be achieved within 12 months from the first day of employment.

About the Company:

The company is a leading metal additive manufacturing (AM) partner for aerospace and defense organizations. They design, optimize, and produce mission-critical hardware that enables customers to leverage AM technologies in ways previously thought impossible. Their team supports cutting-edge programs across aviation, space, and national defense, delivering engineering excellence from concept through production.

About the Role:

The Principal Additive Manufacturing Engineer – Applications is a senior, customer-facing technical authority. You will work directly with aerospace and defense primes, OEMs, and government organizations to guide AM strategy, influence design decisions, and deliver advanced metal AM solutions for high-stakes missions. This role operates at a peer-to-peer level with senior customer engineers and plays a key part in shaping the future of AM adoption across critical defense and aerospace programs.

What You'll Do:

• Serving as the senior technical lead and trusted advisor for key aerospace and defense programs.
• Leading AM strategy, qualification plans, and adoption pathways across complex customer missions.
• Running technical design reviews, engineering workshops, and program strategy sessions with customer leadership.
• Translating mission and performance requirements into optimized metal AM solutions that balance cost, risk, and reliability.
• Developing high-impact proposals, white papers, and technical recommendations for advanced AM applications.
• Driving implementation of DfAM best practices, simulation-based optimization, and qualification approaches for mission-critical hardware.
• Working cross-functionally with business development, manufacturing, and quality teams on capture strategies and program execution.
• Acting as the primary technical interface from concept through qualification and production.
• Mentoring engineers and elevating the organization's customer-facing AM technical depth.
• Ensuring compliance with aerospace standards: AS9100D, NADCAP, MIL-SPEC, ITAR, and other regulatory requirements.

What You Need to Bring:

• Recognized expertise in metal additive manufacturing for aerospace and defense applications.
• A proven ability to influence design, qualification, and engineering decisions at primes, OEMs, and government agencies.
• Deep knowledge of LPBF/DMLS, DED, and hybrid AM processes and relevant alloys (Ti, Ni, Al, Cu).
• Strong background in aerospace materials science, metallurgy, and thermal-mechanical behavior of AM components.
• Proficiency in CAD (NX preferred), AM simulation tools, and FEA, with the ability to present technical findings clearly.
• Demonstrated success presenting to executive and non-technical customer stakeholders.
• Understanding of AS9100D, NADCAP, MMPDS, MIL-SPEC, and aerospace certification and qualification pathways.
• Leadership skills to mentor and guide engineering teams in both technical execution and customer engagement.
• Bachelor's degree required (Mechanical, Aerospace, or Materials Engineering).
• Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years in aerospace/defense AM engineering, advanced design, or manufacturing applications.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET Security Clearance (required for employment).

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Dynamic, collaborative culture focused on innovation and professional growth

Why Join:

Join a team that's redefining aerospace and defense manufacturing through innovation, collaboration, and purpose. Here, you'll:

• Work on real flight hardware that supports next-generation space and defense missions.
• Be part of a fast-growing, hands-on engineering culture where your ideas make an impact.
• Collaborate with experts across design, materials, and production to advance the frontiers of metal 3D printing.
• Access career development opportunities, advanced AM technologies, and a mission-driven environment that values curiosity and continuous learning.

The Director of Manufacturing will lead the production, planning, quality inspection and inventory control teams and work with the test and engineering teams for successful LRIP (Low-Rate Initial Production) of our Subsurface Compressor Systems; perform cost reduction; improve productivity, ensure quality builds; and ensure deliveries are made on time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Lead and direct the manufacturing team to meet delivery commitments.
2. Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule; identify risks and take mitigating actions to address them preemptively.
3. Ensure production builds meet delivery, design, quality and forecasted budget.
4. Drive the S&OP forecasting process based on sales outlook, fleet support and internal usage.
5. Maintain spare part requirements for the operating fleet including R&D. Drive the S&OP process through purchase approvals.
6. Institute plans to improve productivity, reduce build costs and execute high quality builds. Continue to implement KPIs for these and define and track performance metrics, including OTTR and forecast accuracy.
7. Initiate NCR and follow through to closure to correct and prevent re-occurrence of manufacturing issues.
8. Verify quality traceability in the production management systems per ISO 9001
9. Ensure build procedures are consistently followed and operators are trained.
10. Build hardware failure contingency plans for production work and field support to reduce delivery risk and lead times
11. Implement 5S, including a special focus on safety assessment and PPE.
12. Assist in dispositioning discrepant material and ensuring engineering intent is met in the manufacturing process.
13. Contribute to and comply with ISO9001.

Skills, Experience, Education, and Abilities:

• BS degree in a technical field (Manufacturing, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering preferred) or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• A minimum of 7 years progressive and related experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to support hands-on decision making, management, mentoring and development of technicians and engineers in a highly collaborative environment.
• Ability to read prints and familiar with interpretation of GD&T call outs.
• Strong understanding of geometric tolerancing per ASME Y14.5, dimensional stack-ups, inspection procedures and metrology equipment.
• Experience building turbomachinery, which includes high-speed rotating equipment, electric motors, compressors and oil management systems.
• Familiar with creating ERP system BOM’s & Routers; experience with Global Shop is a plus.
• Knowledge of standard manufacturing processes for complex, precision turbo machinery: casting, machining, milling, grinding, rotor balancing, mechanical and electrical assembly, inspection techniques, oil management systems (tubing, fittings, etc.) and pressurized assemblies.
• Experience with NPI of complex equipment.
• Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, Demand Flow Technology, Lean Manufacturing, ISO 9001 experience is a plus.
• Experience configuring assembly lines, in-process Kanban’s and visual work instructions is a plus.
• Good interpersonal and interfacing skills (i.e. communicating well with people across different departments both internally and externally)
• Additional computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite

Intangibles Sought:

• Able to exercise independent judgment and make decisions on technical issues.
• Ability to establish positive rapport with individuals at all levels of organization.
• Ability to motivate working team through leadership and “can do” attitude.
• Self-awareness; not afraid to ask for help or admit error.
• Willingness to engage in constructive debate.
• Ownership, initiative and accountability.
• Flexibility in range of responsibilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Position will lead the manufacturing team. Position will be responsible for directing and coordinating activities of others to meet company objectives.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

Time will be split between office and shop floor. Personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, or masks may be required in some assembly areas. Some travel will be required as needed for vendor visits/qualifications.

The Assistant Controller plays a critical role in supporting Finance Director in managing accounting operations for two Business Units. This position focuses on inventory control, cost accounting, and audit compliance, ensuring accurate financial reporting and adherence to industry standards. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Pay Range: $105,000.00 to $135,000.00 per year. Final compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

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  • Collaborate with Program Managers to monitor program financial performance.
    
  • Review Estimate at Completion (EAC) reports, ensuring accuracy and alignment with program budgets.
    
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  • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
    
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Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering a culture of accuracy and accountability.

• Strong background in inventory management, cost accounting, and audit support.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Finance or Accounting.
• Formal training and in-depth experience in cost accounting, financial accounting, local, state, and federal tax regulations, and financial analysis & reporting.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Manufacturing environment

• Strong analytical and evaluative skills
• Developed written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills as this team member will interact frequently with personnel outside of accounting and finance department.
• Strong decision-making skills: incumbent needs to analyze and synthesize data, and be able to make decisions without having complete information
• Expert user of Microsoft Office products

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

The Company will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. US Citizenship or Permanent Residence (Green Card) is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Candidate must also pass a basic visual acuity exam.

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We are seeking a motivated and experienced, Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welder to join our aerospace manufacturing team. This position is ideal for individuals who have experience and are eager to grow within a structured and supportive environment. You will assist in the welding, fabrication, and assembly of propellant space tank systems and sub-assemblies.

Pay Range: $40 to $60 per hour.

• Weld, assemble, and fabricate various propellant space tank systems and sub-assembly components using GTAW (TIG) welding methods
• Use precision-calibrated tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers, and calipers to ensure quality and accuracy
• Perform work in accordance with detailed procedures, specifications, and test instructions
• Read and interpret technical drawings and manufacturing work instructions
• Utilize various mechanical tools and equipment with minimal supervision
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other heavy equipment safely
• Perform surface preparation processes such as blending, filing, and abrading of flight hardware
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with safety standards
• Support team members with additional duties as required to ensure efficient operations

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of aerospace welding experience
• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical training or certification in TIG welding
• Understanding of GTAW techniques and material weldability
• Ability to read blueprints or technical drawings
• Willingness to learn and follow precise instructions and procedures
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively
• Comfortable working with hand tools and shop equipment
• Forklift or crane certification is a plus

Work Environment:

• Aerospace clean room and shop environment
• Exposure to high-precision components and tight tolerances
• Regular lifting of up to 50 lbs and standing for extended periods

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Job description:

Company Overview

Calnetix Technologies, LLC is dedicated to transforming the energy landscape by developing innovative, high-speed motor generator technologies that promote energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. We partner with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) across diverse industries to enhance existing products and pioneer new markets through cutting-edge solutions.

Overview

We are seeking a Manufacturing Product Engineer with background in Manufacturing to oversee the development, manufacturing and lifecycle management of mechanical components for a key client. This role will interface between internal teams, vendors and the client. You will manage product deliveries, scheduling and technical changes as needed.

The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical engineering background, hands-on manufacturing experience and experience managing mechanical products from concept to production.

Duties

• Own and manage assigned mechanical component products throughout their lifecycle, from development through production and delivery
• Coordinate with internal engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure product requirements are met
• Manage external vendors and suppliers, including sourcing, technical alignment, timelines, and performance
• Develop and maintain project schedules, production timelines, and delivery plans
• Act as the primary point of contact for the customer, managing expectations, requirements, and ongoing communication
• Ensure products meet cost, quality, and performance targets
• Identify and mitigate technical, schedule, and supply chain risks
• Support design reviews, manufacturing readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Track progress and report status to internal stakeholders and the client

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in mechanical product management, manufacturing engineering, or a similar role
• Strong background in mechanical systems, with experience in motors, stators, magnetic bearings, or related electromechanical components preferred
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience working with suppliers and contract manufacturers
• Strong project management skills, including scheduling and timeline management
• Some proficiency in Solidworks is a plus
• Use of MS Office tools for productivity and Project scheduling is necessary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Sr Principal Engineer Air Breathing Propulsion to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Redondo Beach, CA.

As an engineer supporting the Air Breathing Propulsion section, the selected candidate will support the design and analysis needs of unclassified and classified programs in Redondo Beach, California.  Candidate will interface with customers to define study areas and report status on current programs and technology development efforts.  Candidate may interface with their management and technical teams to define business relationships and technology initiatives for both IRAD (Internal Research and Development) and CRAD (Contractual Research and Development) efforts.  This position will support a variety of programs performing analysis and integration activities.

Essential Functions:

• Lead engine performance and cycle analysis and provide guidance to programs
• Lead subsonic and supersonic inlet and exhaust design and integration
• Perform project planning to determine program requirements and develop plans for program execution
• Interface with external engine suppliers and manage external engine supplier activities
• Interface with internal and external customers, assisting in defining system requirements, defining study areas, and providing status on current programs and technology
• Develop and present materials for internal and external program related briefings
• Support new business generation and prepare proposal material
• Strong verbal and communication skills to interact with key cross-discipline stakeholders to achieve program objectives in a timely manner
• Technical and ICD writing
• Task planning, conducting technical peer reviews, and mentoring junior engineers
• Apply and contribute to the development of advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts.
• Work on complex technical problems and provide solutions which are highly innovative
• Collaborate and execute on long-range goals and objectives.
• Develop advanced technological ideas and guide development into a final product.

Basic Qualifications for a Sr Principal Engineer:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 12 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in STEM with 10 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in STEM with 8 years of related engineering experience.
• Air Breathing Propulsion knowledge and experience on aircraft (subsonic, supersonic or hypersonic) or missile systems.
• Ability and willingness to travel 25% of the time.
• Must have an active DoD Secret (or higher) clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Education).
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ten plus (10+) years of experience with Aeronautical Air Breathing Propulsion and Flight Sciences engineering disciplines.
• Experience with survivable propulsion systems
• Experience in technical leadership and guidance of junior Air Breathing Propulsion engineers.
• Experience in Air Breathing Propulsion processes and products throughout the program life cycle.
• Experience in hypersonic design and analysis
• Demonstrated ability to lead an engineering cross-functional team.
• Experience with Agile design teams and tools(Atlassian)
• Understanding of Systems Engineering Principles and Model Based Systems Engineering tools (MBSE) with a practical focus for relevant use cases in propulsion integration.
• Experience with PLM software (Teamcenter)
• Serve as organization spokesperson on advanced projects and/or programs. Act as advisor to management and customers on advanced technical research studies and applications.
• A current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD Top Secret clearance with current or previous Special Program Access (SAP/PAR).

Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip.

Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Planning Supervisor, you'll play a pivotal part on our production team.

The Aftermarket Planning Supervisor will lead and manage a team of spares planners within the aftermarket division of a global aerospace manufacturing company. This role is dedicated to ensuring operational excellence in aftermarket planning, scheduling, and inventory management. With a strong focus on aerospace spares support, the Supervisor will oversee queue management, KPI performance, and daily planning execution to meet customer requirements. The position plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy of data in the business system, which directly impacts company-wide financial reporting and aftermarket customer satisfaction.

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of spares planners in the aerospace aftermarket division, ensuring high performance, accountability, and alignment with organizational goals.

• Implement and maintain world-class strategies for aftermarket planning, scheduling, inventory, and customer satisfaction, while driving continuous improvement across all functions.

• Oversee all aftermarket planning activities, including workload balance, prioritization, and queue management for PPO, initial commitment dates and recovery dates, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and ownership of all lines.

• Drive daily execution of key aftermarket KPIs including PPO release adherence, initial commitment dates and recovery date creation, and PMO release compliance. Monitor individual performance, flex resources to balance changing workloads, and lead cross-functional efforts to resolve the highest aging lines.

• Act as the first line of escalation for planning and operational issues, providing rapid problem-solving support to both the team and internal stakeholders.

• Maintain and update weekly KPI charts for Tuesday management reports, providing analysis and insights while the Manager presents. Transition ownership of additional metrics (supply cancellations, pull-ins, pushouts, NCR, etc.) from Manager to Supervisor over time.

• Develop and monitor aftermarket production plans, budgets, and schedules in line with aerospace requirements and plant capacity. Proactively identify risks or delays and implement corrective actions to protect customer commitments.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

• Ensure planners execute essential functions including BOM analysis, material planning, timely requisition delivery to purchasing, work order release and management, revision control, ERP data accuracy, and on-time fulfillment of aftermarket customer requirements.

• Oversee inventory levels to meet company and aftermarket customer goals, ensuring alignment with financial targets and operational needs.

• Foster premier customer service for airlines, MROs, and other aerospace aftermarket clients by ensuring planning execution supports client expectations.

• Conduct risk assessment and mitigation activities specific to aftermarket supply chain challenges.

• Provide leadership through training, mentoring, and talent development, driving a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth within the spares planning team.

• Execute strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems and other applicable planning tools, leveraging aerospace expertise to optimize performance.

• Collaborate with supply chain, operations, engineering, and quality teams to ensure aftermarket planning alignment with aerospace manufacturing standards and long-term business objectives.

• Other duties as assigned by the management team.

Candidate skills & requirements

Education: BS/BA degree required from an accredited university

Experience: Minimum of 7+ years of progressive planning, scheduling and inventory management experience in aerospace, automotive or mechanical manufacturing environment with the ability to lead and influence others, with 2+ years of the 7 years in a planning leadership position

Computer Skills:

• Experience working with MRP/ERP systems

• Proficiency with MS Office Skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Other Skills:

• Broad knowledge of the field with proven management skills.

• Effective oral and written communications skills

• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and assignments with attention to detail

• Problem solving, well organized, detailed oriented and accurate.

• Strong written and verbal business communications abilities must be comfortable delivering information to all levels of the organization including senior leadership.

• Working knowledge of business finance skills and abilities.

Additional Preferred Skills: (not required)

• BS/BA in supply chain, business management, or operations from an accredited university

• APICS CPIM and/or ISM certifications

• Experience in AS/ISO standards quality management experience.

• Problem-solving skills (Six Sigma Green Belt, etc.)

• Aftermarket or Spares Business experience

Description: Entry-level management position within field.

• Leading the Naval network warfare missions in developing tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic and business advantages afloat and ashore
• Driving interoperability with joint, allied and coalition partners
• Building professional excellence through education, training and certification and milestone qualifications
• Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting-edge technologies, knowledge management techniques and a culture of innovation
• Helping to develop and deploy information systems, command and control and space systems
• Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of adversaries
• Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in information technology

• Serving as part of Battle Group staffs on ships at sea
• Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours
• Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
• Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe

• Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
• Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges

• Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
• Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges

The Quality Manager is responsible for leading and maintaining the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with AS9100, FAA, EASA, NADCAP, and customer-specific aerospace requirements. This role ensures product conformity, regulatory compliance, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction within a precision aerospace manufacturing environment.

The Quality Manager provides strategic leadership across Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Inspection, and Continuous Improvement functions while fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management System (QMS)

• Maintain and improve the AS9100-compliant Quality Management System.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, EASA, ITAR, NADCAP, and customer-specific requirements.
• Lead internal and external audits (customer, registrar, regulatory).
• Serve as primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and certification bodies.
• Manage document control, change management, and quality records retention.

Product Quality & Compliance

• Oversee inspection, testing, and release of aerospace components and assemblies.
• Ensure First Article Inspections (FAI) per AS9102 requirements.
• Review and approve corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Lead root cause analysis (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, RCCA).
• Ensure nonconforming material control and disposition (MRB participation).

Customer & Supplier Quality

• Interface with customers on quality performance, audits, and corrective actions.
• Manage customer complaints and drive timely resolution.
• Oversee supplier quality performance and approval processes.
• Support supplier audits and quality development initiatives.

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop Quality Engineers, Inspectors, and Technicians.
• Establish departmental KPIs and performance metrics.
• Provide training on quality standards, regulatory requirements, and procedures.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and risk-based thinking initiatives.
• Monitor quality metrics (PPM, scrap, rework, COPQ, on-time delivery impact).
• Lead risk assessments and mitigation strategies (FMEA).
• Support operational excellence and cost reduction initiatives.

Reporting & Metrics

• Present quality performance reports to executive leadership.
• Track and analyze trends in defects, escapes, and audit findings.
• Maintain quality dashboards and compliance metrics.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Experience

• 7–10+ years of quality experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• Minimum 3–5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100 and AS9102 standards.
• Experience with FAA Part 21/145 regulations (as applicable).
• NADCAP experience preferred.
• Experience in machining, fabrication, composites, or precision manufacturing preferred.

Certifications (Preferred)

• ASQ Certified Quality Manager (CQM)
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
• Lead Auditor certification (AS9100)

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We are Skybound.

We love creators. We love fans. We love thrilling games, indelible images and moving stories. Our roots are in comics, but our brands extend to video games, television, movies, merchandise, and live experiences. We take special pride in original tales, fresh characters, and diverse voices.

From well-known franchises to freshly-minted originals, we offer the chance to join brilliant creators shaping a new generation of entertainment in a concentrated, agile environment where every perspective matters, and any idea can create a breakthrough.

Opportunity

Skybound is looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Systems Designer to help build a thrilling new game franchise. The Senior Systems Designers create rewarding loops that help players set goals, progress, and stay engaged over multiple play sessions. They craft and tune player advancement and rewards across the entire game.

You will collaborate closely with the Game Director, department leads, and cross-disciplinary teams to define and drive the strategic vision for player progression and meta systems. You'll mentor other designers, establish best practices, and ensure the systems design team delivers high-quality, scalable solutions that support both gameplay and business goals.

If you're passionate about building compelling systems, love mentoring others, and thrive in a creative, combat-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Reports: This position will report to Game Director.

Responsibilities: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the vision and execution of player progression, meta systems, and engagement loops across single and multiplayer experiences.
• Define and drive KPIs for progression systems that align with player satisfaction and business goals.
• Mentor and guide systems designers, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
• Own major feature areas from concept through implementation, ensuring quality and consistency across the game.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, art, UX, and production to ensure systems are well-integrated and technically feasible.
• Establish and evangelize best practices for systems design, documentation, and tool usage.
• Anticipate and resolve design challenges, proactively improving workflows and pipelines.
• Playtest and iterate on systems regularly, using data and player feedback to refine and optimize.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in the games industry, with a focus on systems design and progression.
• Proven leadership experience, including mentoring designers and leading cross-functional initiatives.
• Shipped at least one AAA title with significant ownership of progression or meta systems.
• Deep understanding of player psychology, engagement strategies, and content pacing.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex systems into clear, actionable designs.
• Experience collaborating with engineering on tool development and pipeline optimization.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, with fluency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Visio, etc.
• Strategic mindset, balancing creative vision with technical and business constraints.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Unreal Engine, including scripting and integration into production pipelines.
• Strong technical scripting skills and a willingness to learn new tools and technologies.
• Passion for combat-oriented games, player progression, and Skybound's unique properties.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time

Salary Range: $125,000 - $165,000

• Actual base salary is dependent on several factors including but not limited to: market dynamics, location and region, experience, specialized skills/training (education), level of responsibility, budgetary considerations, tenure at the company (for current employees), etc.
• The salary range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees
• Compensation decisions are dependent on circumstances of each role

Skybound offers a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, as well as free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We also offer a 401K plan with 4% match, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, generous time off, wellness benefits, and tuition reimbursement.

Company Overview

Skybound is a multiplatform content company working closely with creators and their intellectual properties, extending stories and universes to new platforms, including comics, television, film, tabletop and video games, books, digital content, events, and beyond. We are home to critically-acclaimed global franchises, including The Walking Dead and Invincible.

Skybound Games produces, publishes and distributes video and tabletop games across all genres, including the multi-million-unit selling The Walking Dead video game series. In addition to our wholly-owned franchises, we work with independent developers to foster and create original games with compelling characters and worlds, strong creator and artistic focus, and innovative approaches to engaging genres.

Invincible is one of Skybound's tentpole franchises (celebrating 20 years!) and spans the world of comic books, merchandise, video games, and the critically acclaimed adult animated television series on Prime Video. Now in its second season, the television show has consistently ranked as one of Prime Videos top-streamed series with a 99% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Based on the groundbreaking comic book by Robert Kirkman, Cory Walker, and Ryan Ottley, Invincible revolves around 18-year-old Mark Grayson, who's just like every other guy his age—except his father is (or was) the most powerful superhero on the planet. Still reeling from Nolan's betrayal in Season One, Mark struggles to rebuild his life as he faces a host of new threats, all while battling his greatest fear - that he might become his father without even knowing it.

The show stars Steven Yeun, with Sandra Oh, Zazie Beetz, Grey Griffin, Chris Diamantopoulos, Walton Goggins, Gillian Jacobs, Jason Mantzoukas, Ross Marquand, Khary Payton, Zachary Quinto, Andrew Rannells, Kevin Michael Richardson, Seth Rogen, and J.K. Simmons. Executive producers include Skybound's own Kirkman, David Alpert, and Margaret M. Dean.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Skybound we value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! Skybound is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, hair texture or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Skybound complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination.

Skybound will consider applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the CA Fair Chance Act and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

For more information on our Privacy Policy, visit: working/work at home options are available for this role.

General Manager – Huntington Beach, CA

Adecco is partnering with a rapidly expanding organization in the materials testing and laboratory services space to find a strong, business-minded General Manager to lead their Huntington Beach operation.

This facility is state-of-the-art, supporting a wide range of industries – from aerospace and defense to medical technology and advanced manufacturing – delivering everything from high-volume routing testing to highly technical analysis and failure investigations. It's a dynamic environment with sophisticated equipment, a talented multidisciplinary staff, and a reputation for technical excellence.

If you're looking for an opportunity to lead a world-class staff and work alongside some of the best in the business, we'd love to speak with you!

The Opportunity

As the General Manager, you'll step into full leadership of the location – with complete ownership of financial performance, operational execution, and team development. This role is ideal for someone who thinks like an operator and acts like an entrepreneur.

You'll be empowered to make decisions, improve systems, frow revenue, and build a culture that attracts and retains great people.

What You'll Be Doing

• Take full accountability for the site's financial health, including revenue growth, profitability, cash flow, and cost management.
• Guide the overall direction of the business, aligning daily operations with long-term strategic goals.
• Develop and execute growth plans that increase capacity, improve margins, and strengthen market position.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting effors while closely monitoring performance metrics.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, productivity, and operational flow.
• Oversee staffing strategy – hiring, workforce planning, performance management, and leadership development.
• Build an environment where safety, professionalism, and accountability are foundational.
• Maintain strong relationships with key customers while identifying new business opportunities.
• Partner with internal teams across quality, safety, finance, HR sales, and technical departments to ensure seamless collaboration.
• Serve as the visible leader of the site, representing the organization with confidence and integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience, including direct P&L responsibility.
• Demonstrated success improving profitability, strengthening EBITDA, and scaling or transforming operations.
• Strong financial instincts with the ability to translate data into actionability decisions.
• Experience managing labor planning and optimizing workforce efficiency.
• A leadership style that is clear, approachable, and results oriented.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• A background in aerospace and laboratory testing is highly desirable.
• Sound understanding of quality systems, regulatory compliance, and safety standards.

*All Conversations Are Strictly Confidential*

My name is Thomas Ciresi and I fill positions for Real Estate, Engineering, Architecture firms throughout the United States. If you meet the above qualifications and would like to apply for this position, you may email your up-to-date professional CV/resume to Tom Ciresi at

Perfect placements. Speedy staffing. Tenacious testing. Who's Adecco, we hear you ask? Only the top provider of first-class HR solutions. Our consultants work with some of the best and most exciting companies all over the world. We equip our clients with priceless industry insight and put everything we've got into training and mentoring our candidates. We're her to match talented people with the job opportunities and employers they're looking for. On any given day we connect over 700,000 people with fulfilling opportunities that make the most of their skills now and enable them to develop new expertise for the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators, who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought-leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

Networking Technology Professionals, We Want You!

The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions team is seeking a highly experienced Senior Network Administrator to join its dynamic team of technical professionals. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Classified Solutions support team and can support the organization in Redondo Beach, CA.

Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply, only if they are willing to work on-site.

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Maintain smooth operation of classified networks - LAN/WAN environments.

• Plan, design, configure, and install network hardware in support of customer requirements.

• Maintain technical expertise in all areas of networks and computer hardware / software interconnection, as well as interfaces, including routers, multiplexers, firewalls, switches, gateways, etc.

• Propose solutions to management to ensure all communications requirements are based on future needs and current usage, configuring such solutions to optimize cost savings.

• Ensure all communication requirements (based on future needs and current usage) are configured to optimize cost savings.

• Create and ensure that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions.

• Install, configure and Cisco routers, switches, and Palo Alto firewalls.

• Install, configure and maintain Cisco Call Manager voip systems.

• Provide regular monitoring, and network analysis, regarding short and long-range planning for [in-house] systems. May coordinate third-party maintenance for network equipment.

• Design networks, or portions of networks, including the selection of hardware and software packages.

• Provide incident and service request support in accordance with enterprise SLAs.

• May coordinate third-party maintenance for network equipment.

• Represent the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.

• The successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment with engineering users, other network administrators, systems administrators, and computer/facility organizations.

• The ability to multi-task and good communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.

Additional duties will include (but not limited to):

• Plan, manage and implement complex network designs in support of customer requirements.

• Develop technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.

• Support network teams in project designs to clarify project requirements, provide design solutions, in accordance with standards.

• Perform troubleshooting analysis of network infrastructure and associated systems.

• Document network hardware and software technology components.

• Install and configure routers, switches and firewalls. (Cisco/Palo Alto)

• Implement and troubleshoot LAN technologies such as VLANs, trunking (port tagging), spanning-tree and protocols.

• Provide third-level support and troubleshooting of network problems.

• On occasion may provide after-hours and weekend support.

• Work is performed without appreciable direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment. Completed work is reviewed from a relatively long- term perspective, for desired results.

• Implement and troubleshoot WAN technologies such as EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, and telco circuits (T1, T3, OC3)

• Interface regularly with customers and manage customer installation timelines and deliverables to help facilitate successful deployments.

• Manage timely resolution of all critical and/or complex problems meeting SLA requirements

• Experience with HAIPE/TACLANE and other military COMSEC/CRYPTO equipment and procedures.

• Experience in the use of network analysis tools (i.e. WireShark, SolarWinds, Opnet, etc.)

• Experience with Microsoft Office, Visio, Project, PowerPoint and Excel is required

• Lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds as needed

• Ability to work after hours, and weekends as needed

 Basic Qualifications:

• Master's Degree with 6 years of experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 10 years of experience; OR a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 12 years of IT experience is required

• Must have a DOD 8570 IAT level 2 baseline certification (example: Security+ CE)

• Candidates must have a currentand fully adjudicated DOD Top Secret level security clearance (at a minimum) in order to be considered

• Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, a Top Secret/SCI level security clearance as a condition of employment

• Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Programs as a condition of employment

• Experience designing and maintaining LAN & WAN based networks, managing routing protocols on large LAN environments, and experience with Cisco hardware (routers, switches, and firewalls)

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree Network Engineering

• Active Top Secret/SCI, Polygraph, or SAP/SAR access would be nice to have

• Network+ certification and/or either a CCNP or a CCIE certification

• Network design, analysis, and administration of routers, switches, hubs, and firewalls

• Experience in the use of network analysis tools (i.e. WireShark, SolarWinds, Opnet, etc.) would be nice to have

• Experience with configuring TACLANES would be ideal

• Previous experience troubleshooting network procedures and best practices; experience with network challenges associated with systems integration, including COTS integration, capacity analysis and system architecture design

• Demonstrated leadership skills, or previous management of small teams, would be helpful

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.  Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, be recognized, and to be yourself.  At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation.  Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career.  We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program.  Come join us!

Company Description

VOXELPLA is one of the leading 3D printing filament manufacturers in the USA. We focus on developing high-performance thermoplastic filaments for 3D printing (PLA, PETG, ASA, ABS, and TPE). Our mission is to empower makers and innovators with materials they can rely on.

Role Description

New graduates are welcome to apply. This is a full-time, on-site role for a full-cycle B2B Sales Representative located in Garden Grove, CA. The primary responsibilities include expanding our B2B business, generating leads, managing existing accounts, developing new client relationships, and maintaining long-term partnerships. The role also involves providing exceptional customer service, effectively communicating with clients, presenting solutions, and meeting sales targets. The Account Executive will collaborate with internal teams to meet the needs of customers and support business objectives.

We offer comprehensive benefits and lucrative performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• Proven skills in B2B Sales and Account Management
• Excellent Communication and relationship-building abilities
• Strong Customer Service expertise and client-focused approach
• Sales-driven mindset with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals
• Exceptional organizational skills and time management abilities
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or a related field is preferred

Nice to Have

• Passion for 3D printing, open-source hardware, or materials innovation