Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor

Engineering SupervisorLocation: Torrance, CAOverviewThis 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 ResponsibilitiesServe 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 AreasProcess StandardizationDevelop 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 integrationTooling changesPart number and revision controlValue engineering initiativesContinuous ImprovementIdentify improvement opportunities and drive corrective actions.Analyze manufacturing data to evaluate performance and resolve problems.Apply Lean Manufacturing tools and principles where applicable.Project ManagementDevelop and manage project schedules using MS Project or similar tools.Track progress, communicate expectations, and manage activities to budget and schedule.Leadership & CommunicationProvide 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.