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Project Coordinator (Contract – 3–4 Months)

Location: Norwalk, CA (Onsite)

Pay Rate: $23–$24/hour

Duration: Through end of June (approx. 3–4 months)

Start: ASAP – Interviews immediately

Overview

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Project Coordinator to support a busy operations and engineering team through the end of June. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys managing high‑volume communication, organizing project documentation, and supporting project workflow within a fast‑paced environment. Candidates must be comfortable working in a warehouse/production setting and able to maintain high accuracy when handling multiple job codes and project packets.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a high‑volume shared inbox and respond to incoming requests in a timely, organized manner

• Monitor and respond to instant messages via Microsoft Teams

• Prepare, assemble, and distribute project packets, including composing and finalizing documentation

• Perform data entry and tracking of job codes, ensuring accuracy and consistency

• Use Excel for sorting, filtering, and basic project tracking (advanced skills a plus)

• Collaborate with engineering, production, and warehouse teams to support project movement

• Maintain documentation accuracy and version control across all project materials

• Support ad‑hoc administrative and project tasks as needed

Preferred Experience

• Experience in technical, engineering, or manufacturing environments

• Ability to read or interpret engineering drawings (strongly preferred)

• Experience using NetSuite (preferred, not required)

• Strong attention to detail, especially when working with numeric job codes

• Comfortable working in a warehouse or operational floor environment

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of administrative, project coordination, or operations support experience

• Strong communication and organization skills

• Ability to multitask and manage shifting priorities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (sorting and filtering required; advanced a plus)

• Must be able to start quickly and commit through the end of June

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SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that ensure the company secures the highest-quality materials, components, and services at the most competitive cost. This role conducts supplier research, negotiates agreements, manages supplier performance, and partners closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, and Quality to support business objectives and long-term growth.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Regular Functions include:

• Develops and implements sourcing strategies for assigned categories to support cost, quality, and delivery goals.

• Identifies, evaluates, and onboards new suppliers that meet technical, financial, and operational requirements.

• Conducts competitive bids, RFQs, cost analyses, and price-break evaluations.

• Negotiates pricing, terms, service level agreements (SLAs), and long-term supplier contracts.

• Monitors supplier performance using defined KPIs (PPV, quality, delivery, cost savings) and leads corrective actions as needed.

• Establishes strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability, continuity, and innovation.

• Analyzes total cost of ownership and identifies opportunities for cost savings or value improvements.

• Leads cost-reduction initiatives in collaboration with Supply Chain, Engineering, and Operations.

• Evaluates alternative materials, production methods, and logistics strategies that reduce cost without compromising quality.

• Partners with Engineering and Quality teams understand technical specifications and ensure supplier capability.

• Works closely with Planning and Operations to align sourcing decisions with inventory, production, and demand requirements.

• Supports New Product Development (NPD) projects by identifying potential suppliers and estimating material costs.

• Maintains awareness of market trends, supply risks, geopolitical factors, and capacity issues that could affect supply.

• Develops contingency plans for key suppliers or product lines.

• Ensures compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical sourcing standards.

• Tracks, analyzes, and reports key sourcing metrics to support data-driven decision-making.

• Maintains accurate supplier records, contracts, pricing, and performance documentation.

• Drives continuous improvement in sourcing processes and tools.

• Participates in periodical audits to ensure meeting policies and procedures.

• Other duties as required.

Periodic Functions include:

• Develop reports as required for assigned projects.
• Prepares and delivers presentations.
• Travel will be required (approx. up to 20%).

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership and oversight for two Sourcing Specialists within the Supply Chain teams

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management
• 5+ years of sourcing, procurement, or supplier management experience, preferably in manufacturing, automotive, diesel engine, or industrial components.
• Required experience with international suppliers, with a strong preference for sourcing in Asian countries (e.g., China, India).

Professional/Technical Training and Skills include:

• Demonstrates knowledge of reading blueprints
• Six Sigma / LEAN or other problem-solving tools.
• Experience with inventory management.
• Ability to use Microsoft software including excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.
• Exposure to PowerBI dashboards is a plus

Licenses and Certifications include:

• Project management skills training as an asset.
• ASCM OR EQUIVALENT certification an asset.

About Castelion

Castelion is bringing a new approach to defense development and production: one that focuses on short, iterative design cycles, rapid testing in development, and modern commercial manufacturing strategies for production at scale. We’re designing, building, and testing next generation long range strike weapons systems to give America and its Allies a definitive edge and deter future conflicts.

Director of Manufacturing

We’re seeking a Director of Manufacturing to lead our Los Angeles based manufacturing operations — our modern “Arsenal of Democracy” — delivering hypersonic capability at scale to deter future conflicts. In this pivotal leadership role, you will build and lead a world‑class manufacturing operation, pushing for innovation and operational excellence that positions us as the nation’s premier hypersonic producer.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute strategy to scale all Los Angeles based production including avionics, sub-assemblies, mechanisms, and composites fabrication from prototype to scaled production
• Recruit, train/develop, and scale a diverse, high-performing 100+ employee manufacturing team (technicians, leaders, and manufacturing engineers)
• Support the implementation and refinement of production software systems and tools (MES, ERP, PLM, etc)
• Oversee facility planning (layout, flow optimization, and equipment selection and acquisition)
• Oversee day-to-day production and manufacturing operations — including production scheduling, capacity planning, resource allocation, inventory and supply-chain coordination, materials flow, and facility/equipment management
• Forecast and manage operational and capital expenditures.
• Develop, implement, and refine KPIs to measure performance.
• Lead continuous process development and improvement efforts to optimize yield, throughput, manufacturing cost, and production reliability across all production lines
• Establish and maintain a culture that prioritizes safety, quality, speed and continuous improvement.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• 10+ years in production/manufacturing operations or manufacturing engineering
• 5+ years in production/operations leadership
• Demonstrated success in scaling a production operation from development/prototype to high volume production
• Deep understanding of high-precision, complex aerospace hardware production — including metallic and composite fabrication, machining/welding/additive, tight-tolerance assembly, avionics, testing and acceptance, and NDE.
• Skilled at interpreting raw data, identifying trends or anomalies, and translating findings into clear, data-informed strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, cross-functional team — including production staff, manufacturing engineers, quality, supply-chain, and operations personnel — with emphasis on building culture, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and cross-functional collaboration skills to interface with engineering, quality, supply-chain, leadership, and possibly external partners or customers.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and compliance

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Comfort operating in a fast-paced, high-stakes, high-reliability environment typical of aerospace/defense startups — able to make decisions under ambiguity, handle programmatic/contract demands, and adapt as priorities shift
• Experience with manufacturing execution systems (MES/ERP/PLM), production data systems, material resource planning (MRP), and digital manufacturing workflows to manage operations, quality, change control, and configuration
• Strong background in manufacturing engineering practices, operations excellence, and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, process optimization, DFM/DFA, production flow and layout planning, tooling and automation)
• Deep knowledge of aerospace manufacturing standards and regulatory frameworks (e.g., AS9100, NADCAP, applicable military/defense manufacturing standards), including quality management, audit readiness, compliance, and export-control/ITAR requirements
• Extensive leadership experience (10–15+ years) in aerospace, defense, or high-complexity manufacturing, including several years at the sr. manager or director level leading cross-functional teams

All employees are granted long-term stock incentives as part of their employment as Castelion. All employees receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance, and the company offers three weeks of paid time off per year.

Leadership Qualities

Bias to Action and Creative Problem Solving. Desire and experience questioning assumptions in ways that lead to break through ideas that are ultimately implemented. Successfully bring in applicable processes/concepts/materials from other industries to achieve efficiency gains. Ability to personally resolve minor issues in development without requiring significant support.

High Commitment, High Initiative. A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for Castelion’s mission and consistently look for ways to contribute to the company’s technical goals and prevent hardware blockers. Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere. Strong sense of accountability and integrity.

Clear Communicator. Proactively communicates blockers. Trusted in previous roles to be voice of company with regulators, suppliers, gate keepers and customers. Capable of tactfully managing relationships with stakeholders to achieve company-desired outcomes without compromising relationships. Emails, IMs and verbal interactions are logical, drive clarity, and detailed enough to eliminate ambiguity.

ITAR Requirements:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Employment with Castelion is governed on the basis of competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

About Castelion

Castelion is bringing a new approach to defense development and production: one that focuses on short, iterative design cycles, rapid testing in development, and modern commercial manufacturing strategies for production at scale. We're designing, building, and testing next generation long range strike weapons systems to give America and its Allies a definitive edge and deter future conflicts.

Manager – Art Direction, Brand Studio

As Manager - Art Direction, Brand Studio, you own the day-to-day design leadership and creative execution that brings Castelion's brand to life across campaigns, systems, and key touchpoints. You'll translate brand strategy set by senior leadership into practical, repeatable, high-quality design solutions that work across digital, print, recruiting, events, and built environments.

This is a hands-on role that blends making and leading. You will design, art direct, and build the infrastructure, including templates, libraries, playbooks, and workflows that enable high-quality, on-brand work at scale. You will collaborate closely with Marketing & Communications, Business Development and Capture, HR, and Engineering to turn complex technical and mission stories into clear, compelling visual narratives.

Responsibilities

Brand systems and visual identity

• Evolve and maintain Castelion's visual identity system (logo usage, color, typography, imagery, layout, motion guidelines) so it works across internal and external channels.
• Translate brand and visual principles into clear standards, toolkits, and documentation that non-designers can actually use.
• Build and maintain centralized component and asset libraries in Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud, with naming conventions, versioning, and usage guidance.

Campaigns, launches, and flagship stories

• Lead art direction for integrated campaigns, product and capability launches, customer and investor narratives, recruiting initiatives, conferences, and major announcements.
• Drive cohesive creative across channels, including web and digital assets, social visuals, print collateral, video storyboards, event graphics and activations so everything feels unmistakably Castelion.
• Turn complex, often technical subject matter into intuitive visual hierarchies, diagrams, and stories that resonate with both technical and non-technical audiences.

Brand asset ecosystem and tools

• Design and maintain modular templates and reusable assets for presentations, one-pagers, briefs, case studies, recruiting collateral, event kits, and internal communications.
• Architect a navigable, well-organized asset library that speeds up delivery for Marketing, BD, and Recruiting.
• Continuously refine tools and templates based on adoption, feedback, and emerging needs.

Cross-functional creative partnership

• Partner with Marketing & Communications on brand campaigns, brand strategy, content, social, and executive communications.
• Partner with Business Development and Capture on pursuit storytelling, proposal design, customer demos, and conference presence.
• Partner with HR on candidate-facing materials, recruiting campaigns, onboarding experiences, and employer brand assets.
• Partner with Facilities and Engineering to ensure physical spaces, hardware displays, and signage reflect Castelion's visual standards.
• Facilitate working sessions that help teams articulate objectives and translate them into creative briefs, concepts, and visual narratives.

Team leadership and studio operations

• Provide day-to-day direction, feedback, and mentorship for graphic artist to help grow their craft, speed, and judgment.
• Establish clear intake, scoping, prioritization, and review workflows so the Brand Studio stays focused on the highest-impact work while still handling urgent needs.
• Set and uphold quality standards for all visual output, ensuring work is on-brief, on-time, on-brand, and appropriate for our customers and mission.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in visual design, brand systems, art direction, or closely related roles, with a portfolio that shows strong visual storytelling, systems thinking, and multi-format execution.
• Demonstrated experience owning or evolving a visual identity system and building reusable design infrastructure (templates, libraries, guidelines) that others rely on.
• Proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) with excellent layout, typography, and information design skills.
• Experience collaborating directly with cross-functional partners such as marketing, communications, business development, engineering, and HR/People.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; comfortable explaining design rationale, giving and receiving feedback, and influencing decisions with non-design stakeholders.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience in defense, aerospace, autonomy, robotics, or other deep-tech sectors.
• Experience supporting capture/proposal efforts, or government/DoW customers from a creative and visual storytelling perspective.
• Experience with large-format or environmental graphics, signage, and event or experiential branding and activations.
• Familiarity with mid-century modern design and Space Age futurism, and interest in applying these influences to a contemporary defense brand.
• Comfort with basic video editing, motion design, or storyboarding for short-form explainers or sizzle content.
• Active or eligible for a U.S. security clearance.

All employees are granted long-term stock incentives as part of their employment as Castelion. All employees receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance, and the company offers three weeks of paid time off per year.

Leadership Qualities

Bias to Action and Creative Problem Solving. Desire and experience questioning assumptions in ways that lead to break through ideas that are ultimately implemented. Successfully bring in applicable processes/concepts/materials from other industries to achieve efficiency gains. Ability to personally resolve minor issues in development without requiring significant support.

High Commitment, High Initiative. A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for Castelion's mission and consistently look for ways to contribute to the company's technical goals and prevent hardware blockers. Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere. Strong sense of accountability and integrity.

Clear Communicator. Proactively communicates blockers. Trusted in previous roles to be voice of company with regulators, suppliers, gate keepers and customers. Capable of tactfully managing relationships with stakeholders to achieve company-desired outcomes without compromising relationships. Emails, IMs and verbal interactions are logical, drive clarity, and detailed enough to eliminate ambiguity.

ITAR Requirements:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Employment with Castelion is governed on the basis of competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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!

PROJECT SCHEDULER

Location: Santa Fe Springs, CA

Type: Fulltime, Salaried (Exempt)

Reports to: Program Manager

About Us

Woojin IS America, Inc. (WISA), situated in Santa Fe Springs, CA, has become a fast-growing company specializing in manufacturing electric equipment for rolling stock and light rail vehicles. We are currently serving North America customers with endless technological innovations for safe and reliable transportation equipment that supports the life of the vehicle.

Job Objective

The Project Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and communicating project schedules to ensure projects are completed on time and within scope. This role sets project milestones and deadlines, estimates labor requirements, monitors material deliveries, and coordinates timelines across departments. The Project Scheduler proactively identifies schedule risks and works with project stakeholders to implement corrective actions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, including milestones, dependencies, and critical paths.
• Establish short-term and long-term project goals in alignment with overall project plans.
• Estimate labor requirements based on project timelines and resource availability.
• Coordinate project schedules with internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress to ensure the teams are meeting established timelines.
• Track shipment arrivals and delivery schedules to ensure alignment with project plans.
• Identify potential schedule delays and facilitate timely corrective actions.
• Revise and update project schedules as needed, including preparation for monthly customer progress reports.
• Collaborate with the Program Manager and technical experts to define tasks, subtasks, and sequencing.
• Develop, implement, and maintain an effective scheduling management system
• Prepare, analyze, and maintain project critical path schedules.
• Evaluate schedule performance and prepare project status and progress reports.
• Recommend actions to keep projects within budget and completed on time.
• Communicate project timelines, changes, and risks clearly to all stakeholders.
• Document scheduling processes and maintain accurate project records.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of experience in project scheduling, project coordination, or production planning
• Proficiency with project scheduling software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent)
• Strong working knowledge of Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for schedule tracking and analysis
• Experience coordinating schedules across multiple departments
• Ability to analyze schedule risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, logistics, construction, or engineering environments
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems
• Experience supporting customer-facing projects and reporting requirements
• Professional certification such as PMP, PMI-SP, or APICS

Core Competencies

• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Proactive, collaborative, and results-oriented

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• 100% On site and primarily office-based with occasional visits to project sites or production areas.
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.

Annual Compensation

• $80,000 ~ 130,000

About Castelion

Castelion is bringing a new approach to defense development and production: one that focuses on short, iterative design cycles, rapid testing in development, and modern commercial manufacturing strategies for production at scale. We're designing, building, and testing next generation long range strike weapons systems to give America and its Allies a definitive edge and deter future conflicts.

Strategic Sourcing, Purchasing, and Commodity Management (All Levels)

As a member of the strategic sourcing team, you will be integral in working with the cross-functional groups defining, designing, building, and testing Castelion vehicle and missile subsystems. We are looking for people of all levels; from newly established supply chain professionals to those who have amassed multiple years worth of experience. You win in this role by creating a supplier ecosystem that scales seamlessly from prototype to production. Success is defined by the perfect balance of technical quality, aggressive timelines, and the operational agility needed to help Castelion scale. We seek intelligent, collaborative, and driven individuals who are passionate about problem-solving and eager to lay the groundwork for a team to contribute to an extraordinary mission. If you thrive in challenging environments and are excited by the prospect of making an immediate tangible impact, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of sourcing strategies by analyzing suppliers to identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure reliable supply for upcoming product launches.
• Assist in evaluating and selecting suppliers based on quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness to maintain a robust supply base capable of Castelion's rapid development and production.
• Track and report on performance metrics and sourcing trends to support alignment with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve quality, reduce costs, and enhance service levels while addressing risks and compliance requirements.
• Participate in contract negotiations, including pricing, technical requirements, and compliance terms.
• Facilitate design for manufacturability reviews with input from supplier quality and engineering teams.
• Contribute to the development and execution of supply plans to mitigate risks and ensure timely delivery of quality materials.
• Assist in addressing sole/single source risks to maintain supply chain continuity.
• Lead and collaborate with engineering and quality teams to address and resolve issues with rejected materials, aiming to prevent future quality problems.
• Provide regular updates to key stakeholders on critical supply issues and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and relevant government regulations.

Basic Qualifications

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Technical Proficiency: 2+ years of experience working in a related field, program, or project

Preferred Skills and Experience

• System Experience: Experience with MRP or ERP systems, and with managing bill of materials, work orders, and purchase orders, and the total ownership of the data within them.
• Technical Skills: This role requires broad mechanical domain knowledge, including machined parts, composites, chemicals, avionics and their associated manufacturers and manufacturing methods.
• Problem-Solving: Innovative problem-solving approach using critical thinking, including utilization of learnings from an American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) certification, Six Sigma certification, or similar certifications and data analysis using Excel, SQL, or an advanced analytics software.
• Clearance: Active US Government security clearance or the ability to get one.

All employees are granted long-term stock incentives as part of their employment as Castelion. All employees receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance, and the company offers three weeks of paid time off per year.

Leadership Qualities

Bias to Action and Creative Problem Solving. Desire and experience questioning assumptions in ways that lead to break through ideas that are ultimately implemented. Successfully bring in applicable processes/concepts/materials from other industries to achieve efficiency gains. Ability to personally resolve minor issues in development without requiring significant support.

High Commitment, High Initiative. A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for Castelion's mission and consistently look for ways to contribute to the company's technical goals and prevent hardware blockers. Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere. Strong sense of accountability and integrity.

Clear Communicator. Proactively communicates blockers. Trusted in previous roles to be voice of company with regulators, suppliers, gate keepers and customers. Capable of tactfully managing relationships with stakeholders to achieve company-desired outcomes without compromising relationships. Emails, IMs and verbal interactions are logical, drive clarity, and detailed enough to eliminate ambiguity.

ITAR Requirements:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Employment with Castelion is governed on the basis of competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Teledyne Relays’ mission, vision, and value statements have never really changed in principle since 1964. Dedication to every employee and client’s success; Innovation that matters - for our company and for the world; Trust and personal responsibility in all relationships – Teledyne Relays is EveryWhereYouLook!

Are you looking to be part of a dynamic and growing organization - whose company culture is centered on empowering its employees to make decisions? As one of the leading manufacturers in ultra-miniature hermetically sealed switching solutions, Teledyne Relays is focused on hiring the best available talent!

Position Summary

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) and Facilities Management professional with 7+ years of experience in manufacturing environments. Skilled in compliance programs, hazardous waste management, Cal-OSHA IIPP, regulatory reporting, facilities operations, and safety training.

Core Competencies

• Environmental Management Systems (EMS/HSMS)
• Cal-OSHA Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)
• Hazardous Waste Management & Tiered Permitting
• Regulatory Reporting (EPA, CalEPA, DTSC, SCAQMD, Cal OSHA, LACSD, CDPH-RHB, LARWQCB, LACFD)
• Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
• Ergonomic Assessments & Safety Training
• Wastewater & Stormwater Compliance
• SDS Management & Hazardous Materials Control
• Facilities & Utilities Management (HVAC, Clean Rooms, Cryogenics)
• Preventive Maintenance Planning

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and technical support to department staff responsible for EMS/HSMS compliance
• Develop and implement EMS/HSMS programs ensuring compliance with regulations
• Organize and update Cal-OSHA IIPP for proactive safety measures, including regular review of the following H&S programs:
• Work area inspection & ergonomic assessments
• Job Hazard Analysis
• Machine Guarding
• Lock out / Tag out
• Conduct audits of hazardous waste, stormwater, wastewater, and air emissions programs
• Manage 22+ EHS permits/licenses, renewals, postings, and compliance documentation
• Submit regulatory reports to CalEPA, DTSC, SCAQMD, OSHA, and other agencies
• Coordinate incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Direct safety training and verify competency through testing
• Maintain hazardous waste records, manifests, contingency plans, and SDS library
• Support wastewater treatment system and environmental operating procedures
• Direct Facilities, Maintenance and Production programs for HVAC, clean rooms, lighting, compressed air systems, cryogenics, construction, plumbing, building interior & exterior and grounds
• Manage preventive maintenance logs for production equipment, minimizing downtime

Qualifications

• Minimum seven (7) years related experience in Environmental, Health & Safety management
• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering or Industrial Engineering
• Must be a US person
• Skilled in mathematics and chemistry, with computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.).
• Ability to partner with and effectively communicates to Teledyne Relays management and supervisory staff
• Process driven with excellent interpersonal communication skills required.
• Experience in manufacturing environment preferred
• Familiarity with ANSI Z136.1-2014 American National Standard for Safe Use of Lasers
• Must be a US Person

About Epirus

Epirus is a high-growth technology company developing solid-state, software-defined directed energy systems that enable unprecedented counter-electronics effects and power management solutions to optimize power efficiency in defense and commercial applications. With a constant emphasis on innovation, we are redefining the future of power to bring tomorrow’s capabilities to life, today. And that’s just the beginning.

Job Summary: Epirus is seeking a Field Service Representative (FSR) with the ability to provide a high level of technical and operational skills in support of Epirus High Power Microwave Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (HPM-CUAS). This individual will report to the Sr. Manager of Field Operations and Sustainment and work as a member of a small team of FSR’s with a primary focus on the maintenance, training support and sustainment of fielded HPM assets. The FSR will directly support the maintenance of the fielded HPM-CUAS equipment, re-installation of Line repairable units (LRUs), training, integration, and sustainment of these solutions with existing client infrastructure at CONUS and OCONUS locations. Candidate will provide hands on support for HPM-CUAS technical, network, and integration projects. This position requires a high degree of technical skill, personal resilience and flexibility, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work as part of a cross-functional team in a variety of physical environments.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct temporary install / uninstall of HPM-CUAS systems in a variety of locations / environmental conditions to support client operations, test and evaluations, Tactics, Techniques and Procedure (TTP) / Doctrine development, and New Equipment Training (NET) courses.
• Conduct permanent / semi-permanent installs and continuing operational support, monitoring, and maintenance of HPM-CUAS systems in a variety of locations / environmental conditions to support client operations, test and evaluations, Tactics, Techniques and Procedure (TTP) / Doctrine development, and New Equipment Training (NET) courses.
• Make recommendations to the Field Operations and Sustainment Manager for equipment modifications / upgrades based on experience gained through testing and operational use of HPM-CUAS systems.
• Deploy overseas locations to perform technical inspections, system checks, fault diagnosis, identify cause of failures, and replace Line Repairable Unit (LRU), test and restore HPM-CUAS systems to full functionality.
• Conduct basic programming of HPM-CUAS systems (install / upgrade firmware, software upgrades, etc.).
• Work with the Epirus training and enablement team to develop and conduct training on the proper care, use, maintenance, and preventive maintenance of systems.

Basic Qualifications:

• Technical experience working as a field service representative installing, configuring, testing, maintaining, repairing, operating, and effectively training end users on how to operate equipment.
• Ability to provide technical advice and guidance on installation, adaptation, configuration and/or enhancement of company technical products, programs, and systems.
• Candidate must hold a valid U.S. passport or have ability to obtain a U.S. passport.
• Current SECRET security clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree and four (4) years of experience with DoD and major systems or programs, OR, a high school diploma and eight (8) years of experience with DoD and major systems or programs
• 4 to 6 years of progressively responsible experience with CUAS Systems (RF Detection, Radar, EO/ IR Optical systems, Command and Control (C2) Systems.
• Experience working independently, or as a team member, to solve project and/or engineering problems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; experience working with tools.
• Ability to use and communicate a wide variety of technical data from OEM manuals, engineering drawings, etc. to engineers as well as to non-technical system end users.
• Position requires daily interface with customers at numerous levels.
• Candidate must possess, and use, a high degree of tact and interpersonal communication skills in daily interactions with team members, clients, vendors, and end users.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Routine manual lifting of objects 50-80 pounds such as boxes and other equipment. Perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders; high lift equipment up to 40 feet, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc. Manual dexterity required for frequent reaching, climbing, and lifting of moderate objects, operation of power and manual tools/equipment, and operating office equipment.

• Typical overseas assignments are frequently performed in both internal and external environments with a variety of weather conditions. Ability to work under extreme hot or cold weather conditions with exposure to dust or dirt is routine and may require the use of protective personal equipment (PPE).
• This position will require overseas travel. Candidates should be willing to be on travel / TDY away from their home location 90 – 120-day durations, in hazardous duty locations.
• FAA Part 107 certification

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

People are the most important part of Epirus – and always come first. We don’t believe in the word impossible and are always asking “why not” as work to usher in a new paradigm of power efficiency. Our fast-growing team is agile, creative, and innovative. We support a culture of constant learning and sense of belonging among our team members and know that mentorship matters. We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and beyond. To deliver on our mission, we are always looking for problem solvers, changemakers and innovators to join our fast-growing team.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Quality & Supplier Development Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining an advanced quality and supplier development system that ensures reliable product quality and continuous improvement across internal operations and the supply base. This role includes Incoming Inspection, FAI processes, QA laboratory functions, Process Control (internal and external), and Supplier Quality Audits. The position also focuses on developing new and existing suppliers through technical assessments, process audits, and corrective action management. Acting as a technical liaison between internal teams and suppliers, the manager ensures alignment with Storm Industries’ quality standards, drives process capability improvements, and supports warranty and product issue resolution.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Incoming Inspection

• Manage and continuously improve incoming inspection procedures and standards.
• Define sampling plans, inspection frequencies, and acceptance criteria.
• Oversee inspection records, calibration, and control of inspection equipment.
• Identify and address recurring supplier-related nonconformances.

First Article Inspection (FAI)

• Maintain and improve FAI procedures to validate new or modified parts and supplier processes.
• Review supplier-submitted FAIs for completeness, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with drawings/specifications.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Procurement to ensure product readiness before production approval.

Quality Assurance Laboratory

• Oversee all QA Lab activities, including material and dimensional testing, calibration, and data reporting.
• Validate testing methods along with vendors to ensure compliance with internal and customer standards.
• Analyze and report quality trends based on laboratory data and supplier performance.

Process Control – Internal and External

• Establish and maintain process control methodologies (SPC, Cp/Cpk, PFMEA, Control Plans) across supplier operations.
• Lead process validation and capability studies along with suppliers for new and existing production processes.
• Support suppliers in implementing robust process controls and mistake-proofing techniques.

Supplier Development – New & Current Suppliers

• Conduct supplier audits assessing quality systems, process capability, and risk level prior to approval.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and Storm Industries’ supplier quality requirements.
• Lead ongoing supplier audits focusing on process capability, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain supplier scorecards and communicate results through quarterly performance reviews.
• Drive corrective action follow-up and monitor effectiveness of supplier improvements.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead cross-functional projects to improve quality, reduce waste, and optimize processes using Lean and Six Sigma tools.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across both internal and supplier networks.
• Identify cost-of-quality opportunities and execute reduction strategies.
• Lead the company into ISO 9001-2015 re-certification

Product Issues and Warranty Claims

• Investigate internal and field product issues derived from warranty claims.
• Facilitate root cause analysis (8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa) and implement permanent corrective and preventive actions along with suppliers.
• Collaborate with suppliers and customers to ensure effective and timely issue resolution.

Technical Reporting

• Prepare technical quality reports, supplier audit summaries, and trend analyses for management review.
• Provide detailed quality performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Communication – Internal and External

• Serve as the primary liaison for quality matters between internal departments and suppliers.
• Maintain clear, consistent communication regarding specifications, quality alerts, and performance expectations.
• Represent the Quality function in customer and supplier meetings as required.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and develop the Quality Assurance and Supplier Development teams. Mentor team members on root cause analysis, audit techniques, and data-based decision-making. Promote a culture of quality awareness and accountability across all departments.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in Quality and/or Supplier Development within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in supplier audits, process capability, and quality systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949 preferred).

Technical Competencies

• Proficient in SPC, FMEA, MSA, PPAP, and APQP methodologies.
• Experienced with FAI and inspection system development.
• Skilled in problem-solving tools (8D, DMAIC, 5 Why, Fishbone).
• Strong analytical and reporting skills (Excel, Minitab, ERP systems).
• Experienced with preparing a company for the ISO 9001 audit
• Experienced with various manufacturing processes

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and supplier engagement.
• Strategic thinker with hands-on problem-solving approach.
• Demonstrated commitment to Storm’s Core Values:
• Building Enduring Customer Value
• Passionately Pursue Excellence
• Work as a Team / Win as a Team
• Optimize Results

WORKING CONDITIONS

Combination of different environments like office, laboratory, and manufacturing. Travel required: approximately 15–20% (mostly supplier sites).

ISO RESPONSIBILITIES

Complies with ISO 9001 quality policy and actively contributes to continuous improvement efforts supporting company quality objectives.