Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Step into a high-impact Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Manager role in Irvine, CA with a stable, family-owned manufacturing organization known for advanced sealing performance solutions serving aerospace, oil & gas, semiconductor, and industrial customers. This is an exciting succession-planning opportunity for a hands-on engineering leader who wants broad ownership, direct customer visibility, and the chance to influence the future direction of a growing company with minimal bureaucracy and a strong record of stability.

Qualifications and responsibilities for this Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Manager position include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering required.

• 10-12 years of engineering experience with at least 1-2 years of people management experience.

• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop a team of 7 engineers while creating accountability and driving performance.

• Apply broad engineering knowledge across fluidics, mechanical systems, chemical engineering, and manufacturing environments.

• Utilize experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Mastercam in a hands-on engineering leadership capacity.

• Interact directly with customers, represent engineering to external stakeholders, and support global client communications as needed.

• Thrive in a smaller company environment by wearing multiple hats, solving problems, and balancing strategic leadership with technical execution.

• Support succession planning, knowledge transfer, business growth, and long-term engineering leadership stability.

Salary: $200,000 - $259,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

Benefits: This full-time, permanent, direct-hire position offers great benefits including medical insurance, 401(k) eligible after 1 year, bonus program, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

DAVRON is the leading Headhunter and Executive Search firm for Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Manufacturing professionals nationwide. Our recruiters have direct communication with hiring managers allowing us to get you in front of company decision makers. You also receive one-on-one interview preparation and insider coaching from staffing experts to help you every step of the way. We want to see you thrive in challenging work environments that bring you excitement and prosperity in your career!

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Are you ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a challenging work environment? If so, apply today and let's see where this opportunity can take you!

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