Adient Aerospace is a Joint Venture between Adient and Boeing. Boeing brings a deep knowledge of Aerospace, and Adient is the world’s leader in automotive seating. At Adient Aerospace, it is our mission to deliver innovative seating design through precise operational excellence, resulting in a superior customer experience. We bring the right pieces together, in precisely the right way, at precisely the right time.

Adient Aerospace is looking for an Engineering Administrator to join our team in Huntington Beach, California. This is not a remote role and must be based in Huntington Beach, CA. We look for highly proficient individuals who are collaborative, value diversity, enjoy working as a team, and share our passion to succeed. We invest in our employees with opportunities for professional development and we offer competitive benefits.

Are you the right piece to complete our puzzle?

JOB SUMMARY

The Engineering Support Specialist performs essential functions within the Engineering team, leveraging organizational and operational expertise to assist the Engineering Team. They centralize the management of key performance indicators and are tasked with organizational and operational data management, as well as report generation. Through the application of specialized knowledge, they often set and achieve daily operational objectives, occasionally impacting others within the area. They explain facts, practices, and policies primarily to internal stakeholders.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES - Essential Functions (Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested.)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Manage engineering purchases, associated budgets, and interactions with supply chain
• Oversee the Vendor Notice of Change (NOC) process
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements through document and data management
• Complete data and information requests from internal customers
• Manage engineering metrics and communicate them to the wider organization
• Submit engineering data through Supplier Data Transfer (SDT) systems
• Review and transfer documents and data within the Product Lifecyle Management (PLM) system
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for engineering processes and systems
• Interact with ERP system and investigate associated change management issues
• Maintain demand, supply, and capacity management systems
• Assist in printing data packages (e.g., drawings, certifications, FAI reports)
• Analyze data and prepare information for presentations and reports
• Work independently and collaborate within all organizational levels
• Maintain a proper filing system and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
• Perform other related duties as assigned

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS – Education, Knowledge, and Experience

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Associates Degree or equivalent professional experience is required

Experience:

• 3 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience

Knowledge:

• Aerospace standards, protocols, and regulatory requirements
• ISO9001 and AS9100 Business Management Systems
• Strong understanding of engineering processes and systems

Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant software applications
• Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
• Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems
• Knowledge of change management principles and practices

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Experience with Engineering Data Management
• Proficiency in Data Entry and Analysis
• Familiarity with Business Management Systems (BMS)
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Other:

• Extended or irregular hours may be required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Adient Aerospace is an “at-will” employer; employment is at the mutual consent of both the employee and the employer and may be terminated at will for any reason, with or without cause, at any time during employment with the Company
• As business conditions warrant a change in the operating necessities of the Company, all employees are expected to react productively and handle other essential tasks assigned now or in the future
• Tasks may vary slightly based on products produced at a division

SUPERVISION PROVIDED TO THE POSITION

• Direction is provided for assignments in terms of desired outcome (goals), timing and budget. Work is reviewed or measured in terms of meeting organizational objectives and schedules.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

• Assists with coordination of adherence to organizational goals, operating policies, and budgetary guidelines

PROBLEM SOLVING

• Develop and provide solutions to complex problems based on established precedents and are consistent with organization objectives.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

BENEFITS / COMPENSATION
Adient Aerospace offers competitive wages and benefits to recognize employees for their work. Actual salaries will vary depending on experience and geographic location.

Salary Range Transparency: $67,000 - $75,000 annually, depending on candidate qualifications

Featured Benefits:

• Generous 401(K) matching with immediate eligibility and vesting
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
• 12 paid holidays
• Affordable health care plans for yourself and your family
• And so much more!

Other Perks:

• On-site gym
• Free electric car charging stations
• Potential for growth within organization
• Supportive workplace environment with a team-oriented culture