Manufacturing Engineer

Location CA, Burbank

Department Engineering

Employment Type Full Time

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity fora Manufacturing Engineer to join our high performing Hydraulic Assembly Team at our Burbank, CA location.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft – delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E’s brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You’ll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

• Plans, designs, and implements manufacturing processes and improvements in a Hydro-Mechanical factory.

• Maximizes efficiency by analyzing layout of equipment, workflow, assembly / test methods, and work force utilization to meet customer demand.

• Determines equipment, software and tools needed to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specifications and needs.

• Performs Root Cause analysis on process or test related issues to implement sustained corrective actions.

• Subject matter expert in industry standard and new manufacturing technologies

Essential Functions:

• Analyze manufacturing process flows continually for improvements of safety, quality, cost reduction, and throughput.

• Partner with Sustaining Engineering to improve manufacturability of products and collaborate with configuration management for the timely release of required documents.

• Consult with vendors in evaluating solutions for meeting product specifications and quality standards and specifications.

• Identify and troubleshoot equipment and processes that are negatively impacting ability to achieve defined KPIs.

• Train and certify equipment operators with Operations leadership and Quality Engineering

• Sit on the Material Review board, assess and disposition non-conformances, conduct failure analysis, root cause analysis, and provide corrective action.

• Review new designs and provide Design for Manufacturability input and labor estimations to Design Engineering and Program Management

• Perform Quote Readiness and Production Readiness reviews for aftermarket hardware.

• Develop or improve process documentation for New and existing assembly and test related processes.

• Collaborate with Test Engineering on generation of testing equipment for production rate industrialization for new programs.

• Evaluate and justify purchase of new capital equipment using capital expenditure reports.

• Qualify, program, implement and document new process equipment.

• Participate in Kaizens and Crane Business System Continuous improvement projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or Science area of study required.

• 5+ years of experience in an Engineering/Manufacturing environment in areas required: mechanical assembly, hydraulics, hydro-mechanical testing, electro-mechanical testing.

• Strong communication, organizational and oral presentation skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft/PC applications (e.g., MS Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Visio)

• Enthusiastic, cooperative, and positive behavior

• Lean, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, and/or Operational Excellence experience preferred.

• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aerospace industry, machining, grinding, lapping with fine tolerance parts experience.

• SolidWorks proficiency strongly preferred for Mechanical manufacturing areas.

• Project management capabilities preferred.

• Technical writing skills preferred.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Year-over-year (YOY) productivity improvements

• Direct Labor Variance Reduction

• MRB reduction

• Customer return reduction

• Capital project timelines

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment

• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE

• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes

• Must be available to work overtime, as needed

• Flexible work schedule to support production

• Standing: up to 100% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

• Sitting: up to 75% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

• Lifting (in pounds): up to 25 pounds

• Pushing (in pounds): up to 50 pounds

• Mental/Visual: use of microscope and computer

• Workspace: cubicle/desk

Top Benefits:

Salary range:

• Manufacturing Engineer Level I - $83,200 to 97,000

• Manufacturing Engineer Level II - $85,700 to $114,700

• Manufacturing Engineer Level III - $105,400 to $141,700

Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

• Benefits: Health care, dental or life insurance starting the first day of the month

• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.

• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match

• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 90 days of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at or visit our website at for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.