MANAGER ELECTRICAL (Advanced Manufacturing - Aerospace/Defense)

About the role

Oversee the daily operations of the Electrical Assembly work center. This includes directing personnel and special processes, managing administrative tasks, implementing process improvements for enhanced efficiency and quality, controlling raw materials, optimizing safety, and ensuring adherence to scheduled delivery requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage Electrical, ESD, Testing and compound molding processes.
• Control and optimize work and workloads in the electrical assembly process.
• Make recommendations to improve production methods, performance, equipment and quality of product.
• Analyze and resolve work problems and utilize collaboration for resolving problems, to include direct reports.
• Define processes as well as resources needed for the timely output of products.
• Ensure the consistent quality of production.
• Interface with other departments to ensure customer order deadlines are met.
• Manage personnel regarding performance, evaluations, conduct and compliance.
• Interview, hire, train and mentor personnel.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work environment.
• Develop subordinates' skills, encourage growth and mentor future leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned and/or needed.

Requirements

• Hold a bachelor's of science degree or equivalent qualification from a four-year college or technical school, or a comparable combination of education and experience.
• Three to five years of relevant experience in electrical assembly and engineering with Advanced Manufacturing, particularly in Automation, preferably within the defense manufacturing industry.
• Stay informed about the documents available in the BMS Library.
• Demonstrated experience in research and development (R&D) and/or production manufacturing, with practical exposure to additive manufacturing technologies.
• Proven ability to manage teams in the fabrication and integration of wire harnesses, connectors, power supplies, and circuit boards, ensuring adherence to engineering specifications and quality standards.
• Strong working knowledge of automation technologies used in harness production, with experience overseeing implementation of robotic wire processing, laser marking, and automated crimping systems to optimize efficiency and consistency.
• Analyze and interpret complex technical procedures, engineering drawings, specifications, and government regulations, demonstrating in-depth expertise in J-STD-001 standards.
• Possess the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Write routine reports and correspondence effectively.
• Communicate effectively in front of groups, whether they are customers or employees.
• Utilize common sense and understanding to execute instructions provided in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.
• Handle problems that involve variations in standardized situations.
• Demonstrate basic skills in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access).

Preferred qualifications

• Electrical, Automation, Robotics Engineering or related, is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated exposure, working knowledge, and/or hands-on experience with Determinant Assembly (DA) and/or Full-Size Determinant Assembly (FSDA) methodologies.
• Familiarity with MRP/ERP software, with knowledge of SAP ERP software considered a plus.
• Have previous experience in troubleshooting and assembling military mechanical and/or electromechanical equipment.

Work environment

• Work in a manufacturing and/or machining environment.
• Fast-paced with movement of people and parts.
• Moderate to medium noise levels in the work environment.
• Potential exposure to odors from chemicals and/or processes.
• Physically demanding work.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required.
• This position is 100% on-site at our Inglewood, CA location.

Pay

Base Salary Range (Inglewood only): $130,000 to $150,000 (based on skills, education, and experience).

Travel

There are typically no travel requirements for this position (0%).