Sr Manufacturing Engineer (Panels)
Howmet Aerospace · Torrance, CA
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Certification
- Green Belt preferred
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior manufacturing role at Howmet Aerospace (aerospace & defense) in Torrance, CA. Plan, initiate, and drive development of new fastener products and improvements.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required · Green Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Six Sigma, Green Belt, AS9100, Machining, Tooling, SolidWorks
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in California: typical posted base $112k–$168k.
Median of the low and high ends of 147 live postings that list pay, out of 388 manufacturing engineer openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 387 other live manufacturing postings in California.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $110k–$157k, from 127 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 52%
- New product launch 47%
- Root cause 38%
- Automation 35%
- CATIA / NX 27%
- ✓ Machining 27%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Green Belt, AS9100, AutoCAD, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Howmet Aerospace in Torrance
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Full description from Howmet AerospaceAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
qualifications
for product lines at our Torrance location.
Responsibilities
- ◆Plan, initiate, and drive development of new fastener products and improvements
- ◆Collaborate and build relationships with customers on fastener concepts and qualification activities
- ◆Initiate and prepare product samples and tests for customers and internal management
- ◆Oversee qualification testing and prepare qualification reports in accordance with customer procurement specifications to become an approved supplier
- ◆Create and revise product drawings, specifications, and product control documents in accordance with customer
requirements
- ✓Support Sales and Application Engineering activities
- ✓Support customers with troubleshooting support through detailed analysis of fastener and installation system problems, including supporting corrective actions as needed
- ✓Oversee manufacturing planning, drawings, and router preparation to ensure the proper flow of the product from the drawing to the completion of the parts, including tooling, manufacturing operations, processing, testing, and suppliers
- ✓Provide feedback to Operations management on opportunities for manufacturing process improvements that improve safety, produce higher quality, reduce costs, or increase productivity
- ✓Participate as a key member of cross-functional teams engaged in manufacturing process improvement
- ✓Key member of MRB to investigate product rejections and provide researched decisions
- ✓Prepare and document Design and Development activities in accordance with AS9100 Quality standard
- ✓Work with laboratories on testing and preparation of test data
- ✓Utilize analytical tools and simulation software to evaluate product performance and interactions
- ✓Complete all backup, filing and data management associated with work activities to ensure the creation and maintenance of a reliable database of key, proprietary information
- ✓Ensure all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards
Basic
Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor's degree in engineering from 4-year university
- ✓Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering
- ✓Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
- ✓This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee
Qualifications
- ✓Master's degree in engineering
- ✓Knowledge of Aerospace forging, machining, & fastening processes preferred
- ✓Knowledge of Six Sigma Green belt, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, statistical analysis, and scientific methods for problem solving
- ✓Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple large projects and interact with all organization levels
- ✓Experience managing multiple complex projects and delivering under tight deadlines and resource constraints.
- ✓Exceptional written/oral communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
- ✓Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs
- ✓Problem-solving skills; ability to arrive at reliable conclusions based on analysis of information
- ✓Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry, for practical solutions
- ✓Ability to comprehend and generate creative design solutions; translate concepts and information into images; use feedback to modify designs
- ✓Ability to write reports, business correspondence, work instructions, and procedure manuals.
Additional
Requirements
- ✓Must be able to work on site in Torrance, California. Remote work not considered.
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Howmet Fastening Systems is looking for a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer in our Torrance, CA location. This position has responsibility of product development and
Benefits/Salary
The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package available day one of hire, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location. The salary range for this position is $120-140k.
Our Story
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wh
