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Engineering Supervisor

Location: Torrance, CA

Overview

This role supports a high-precision aerospace manufacturing organization known for craftsmanship, quality, and continuous improvement. The Engineering Supervisor works cross-functionally with Manufacturing Engineering, NC Programming, Quality, and Operations to improve processes, integrate new programs, and ensure consistent, compliant production. This leader plays a critical role in mentoring engineers, supporting new product introductions, and resolving manufacturing challenges that impact quality, delivery, and profitability.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, values process discipline, and brings a problem-solving mindset to complex production challenges.

Position Responsibilities

• Serve as a key manufacturing engineering representative for new statements of work, new product integration, and process transitions.
• Ensure adherence to internal engineering and manufacturing standards; develop and implement new standards where needed.
• Collaborate with NC Programming, Operations, and Manufacturing Engineering on tooling and fixture design.
• Lead and support first-article and first-piece reviews alongside Quality, Engineering, Operations, and NC Programming.
• Mentor, train, and support the development of Manufacturing Engineers and Planners.
• Interface with customers as needed to resolve engineering or producibility issues.
• Investigate and resolve manufacturing issues related to scrap, rework, or low profitability.
• Support estimating and quoting efforts by reviewing designs for manufacturability and risk.
• Provide shop-floor engineering support during first-article builds and process validation.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate technical activities while monitoring performance against budgets, schedules, and organizational goals.
• Play a strong leadership role in New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Core Functional Areas

Process Standardization

• Develop and maintain work instructions, procedures, and manufacturing standards.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance cost, quality, and delivery.
• Maintain configuration control across customer part revisions and specifications.
• Manage Engineering Work Orders (EWO) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO), including:
• New part integration
• Tooling changes
• Part number and revision control
• Value engineering initiatives

Continuous Improvement

• Identify improvement opportunities and drive corrective actions.
• Analyze manufacturing data to evaluate performance and resolve problems.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing tools and principles where applicable.

Project Management

• Develop and manage project schedules using MS Project or similar tools.
• Track progress, communicate expectations, and manage activities to budget and schedule.

Leadership & Communication

• Provide regular updates to leadership on project status and engineering initiatives.
• Deliver clear, organized, and effective presentations when required.
• Communicate complex or sensitive information professionally and tactfully.
• Foster collaboration across engineering, operations, and support functions.
• Motivate teams, manage conflict, and promote effective cross-functional communication.

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).

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.

Company Description

Meadows Mechanical is a trusted provider of plumbing, piping, and sheet metal services based in the Los Angeles area. With over 76 years of experience, the company has established a strong reputation in the aerospace and healthcare industries. Meadows Mechanical specializes in executing complex projects with expertise and confidence, drawing on its decades-long legacy. The company emphasizes quality and reliability in delivering tailored solutions to meet client needs.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role located in Gardena, CA, for a Project Engineer. The Project Engineer will oversee and manage engineering projects, including project planning, coordination, and execution. Responsibilities also include ensuring technical standards are met, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders. The role involves applying engineering principles to support successful project outcomes while adhering to timelines and budgets.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Project Engineering, Project Management, and Project Planning
• Proficiency in Mechanical Engineering principles and practices
• Excellent Communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information effectively
• Organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field
• Familiarity with aerospace or healthcare industries is a plus
• Ability to work on-site in Gardena, CA
• Experience with CAD software and project management tools is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager(s) in planning project scope, schedule, manpower, and resource allocations.
• Coordinate between design team, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure all parties have the latest documents and information.
• Interpret design drawings, specifications, and codes; provide technical guidance and clarification to field teams.
• Prepare, track, and process Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, and change orders.
• Support budget tracking, cost control, and change order management processes.
• Maintain up-to-date project documentation, including RFI logs, submittal logs, and equipment procurement schedules.
• Assist in procurement activities, including preparing purchase requisitions, comparing supplier quotations, and tracking deliveries.
• Work with the accounting team to prepare project billings, review subcontractor payment applications, and support project financial reporting.
• Monitor construction progress, perform site visits, and verify that work aligns with project plans, schedules, and quality standards.
• Participate in job walks, punch list reviews, site inspections, and safety walks.
• Act as a liaison between office engineering/management staff and field construction teams, ensuring accurate communication of design revisions, clarifications, and changes.
• Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities with contractors, vendors, and project teams.
• Ensure accurate closeout deliverables, including as-built drawings, O&M manuals, warranties, and turnover documents.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of project goals and company objectives.

Salary Range

• $60,000 – $100,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Akkodis is seeking an Industrial Engineer for a Contract job with a client in Carson, CA. Ideally looking for applicants who can provide Industrial Engineering support and coordination during the development of aircraft interior components and will be responsible for determining most cost-effective methods to create products. Focal for industrialization on each new program.

Rate Range: $32/hour to $35/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Qualifications:

Specialized knowledge

Collaboration – Establishes collaborative relationships to achieve objectives

Communication – Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills

Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with limited direction; ability to work within and lead in a team oriented environment

Excellent attention to detail.

Project and general management experience

Experience in manufacturing line set-up

Self-motivated and multi-tasker; able to level load own workload.

Level 1 Qualifications:

Education: BS in Industrial, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.

Experience: 0-3 years.

Computer Skills: Proficient with Windows Operating System®, Office XP®, AutoCAD.

Other Skills: Experience with airworthiness regulations desired. Basic Knowledge of Primary processes like CNC machining, Layup and Crush Core. Ability to work well independently and cross-functionally.

Description: Entry-level position within job field.

Level 2 Qualifications:

Education: BS in Industrial, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering

Experience: 4-5 years.

Computer Skills: Proficient with Windows Operating System®, Office XP®., AutoCAD. Knowledge of design software

Other Skills: Experience with airworthiness regulations & LEAN tools such as valve stream mapping (VSM) “5S”. Strong Knowledge of Primary processes like CNC machining, Layup and Crush Core.

Description: Intermediate-Mid Level position within job field.

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Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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