Engineering Manager

Are you an Engineering Manager passionate about Innovation and Driving Excellence?

We’re looking for a dynamic Engineering Manager to join one of the largest machining shops in LA, you will be leading a talented team of engineers and designers in the development of next-generation products for the Aerospace and Defense sector.

If you’re passionate about leading high-impact engineering teams, delivering creative solutions, and making products that matter — this is your opportunity to make a real difference. As an Engineering Manager, you’ll take technical ownership of key business segments, guiding the design and development of new and legacy products while leading a cross-functional team.

What’s on Offer : Up to $160k – DOE

Key Responsibilities Include :

Lead a high-performing team of engineers and designers to bring new product ideas to life and optimize existing solutions.

Manage the full engineering lifecycle — from planning and design to testing, documentation, and launch.

Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to ensure technical solutions align with customer needs and business goals.

Act as a technical authority, solving complex design challenges and delivering timely, cost-effective results.

Champion innovation by improving processes, accelerating time-to-market, and enhancing engineering productivity.

Drive collaboration across departments and empower your team through mentorship, performance management, and leadership.

Qualifications of the Engineering Manager :

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (Advanced degree preferred).

12+ years of experience in product design and development.

6+ years of direct engineering team leadership.

Strong background in metal materials, fabrication, and finishing.

Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage multiple projects, and communicate effectively with internal teams and customers.

U.S. Export Control compliant.

Technical & Leadership Strengths :

Expert-level engineering principles and problem-solving skills.

High proficiency in CAD / CAE (SolidWorks preferred), MS Office, and drawing standards (GD&T).

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Experience with proposal writing, budgeting, and team development.

Passion for continuous improvement and driving innovation.

If you are ready to take on your next exciting challenge as an Engineering Manager and feel like this could be of interest apply now! We aim to reply to call relevant candidates in 24-48 hours.