aerospace manager

Quality Machining & Automation USA

Continental Precision is a growing precision machining company based in Phoenix, Arizona. We specialize in high-precision CNC machining for aerospace, defense, and industrial customers. Our shop operates advanced CNC milling and turning equipment and is focused on quality, on-time delivery, and long-term partnerships with our customers.We are seeking an experienced General Manager / Operations Manager to lead and manage daily operations at our Phoenix facility.Position OverviewThis role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of the CNC machine shop, including production planning, team leadership, quality standards, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have strong machining knowledge and the leadership ability to guide a skilled team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Responsibilities<ul><li>Oversee daily operations of the CNC machining facility</li><li>Manage machinists, programmers, and shop personnel</li><li>Coordinate production scheduling and job priorities</li><li>Ensure quality standards and on-time delivery for customers</li><li>Work closely with ownership on operational planning and growth</li><li>Improve shop efficiency, workflow, and productivity</li><li>Support hiring, training, and team development</li><li>Maintain strong communication with customers and suppliers</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>7+ years experience in CNC machining or manufacturing</li><li>3+ years experience in a leadership or management role</li><li>Strong understanding of CNC milling and turning operations</li><li>Experience with production scheduling and shop workflow</li><li>Knowledge of aerospace or tight-tolerance machining preferred</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Performance-based bonus</li><li>Opportunity to lead a growing precision machining company</li><li>Long-term career growth with expanding operations</li></ul>Pay: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Operations Manager - Aerospace CNC Machine Shop

<div>We exist to create positive change for people and the planet. Join us and make a difference too!
Role: Aerospace Auditor
Location: Home‑based in Istanbul or Bursa area preferred with frequent travel to client sites across Turkey 
Languages: Fluent English and Turkish
About the role
BSI Aerospace team supports over 1700 clients globally. You know what excellence looks like in your sector (be it aerospace, space or defence), and you want to see it across your industry. As a BSI Auditor, you'll be part of enabling that. You&rsquo;ll work with our clients to get to know their business whilst you audit their organisation or products against the relevant national and international management standards. Your audit will allow them to continually reassess and improve their business performance. It's a busy, but extremely rewarding role.
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Assess client systems and processes against BSI, ISO, and AS/EN requirements, ensuring audits deliver real value.</li><li>
Prepare accurate, detailed assessment reports and clearly communicate findings and recommended corrective actions.</li><li>
Recommend certification decisions (issue, re‑issue, suspension, withdrawal) in line with BSI policies and timelines.</li><li>
Plan, conduct, and deliver audits professionally, maintaining BSI&rsquo;s high standards across all interactions.</li><li>
Provide meaningful client feedback, demonstrating strong commercial and operational understanding.</li><li>
Maintain a consistent, professional, and engaging approach throughout all assessments.</li><li>
Lead assessment teams when required, ensuring effective planning and collaboration.</li><li>
Build strong relationships that support long‑term client satisfaction and business development.</li><li>
Provide timely information to internal teams and maintain accurate client records.</li></ul>
About you
Essential requirements:<ul><li>
Minimum 4 years of aerospace, space, or defence industry experience within the last 10 years.</li><li>
Proven management system auditing experience.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS/EN 9100.</li><li>
Fluent in English and Turkish.</li><li>
Willingness to travel frequently across the UK, including overnight stays.</li><li>
Strong integrity, professionalism, and customer focus.</li></ul>
Desirable requirements:<ul><li>
ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification.</li><li>
AS/EN 9100 (AEA) Lead Auditor qualification or AATT course completion.</li><li>
Additional certifications such as AS/EN 9110 or AS/EN 9120.</li><li>
AEA authentication in the OASIS database.</li><li>
Additional European languages (e.g., German, French, Italian, Polish, Dutch).</li></ul>
What we offer: 
In addition to your ongoing training and development, we also offer; incentive bonus, company car. 27 days holiday plus bank holidays with the option to buy additional 5 days, private medical and dental insurance, excellent company-contributed pension scheme plus, a wide range of benefits which you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.
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About Us
BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations and society, building trust and enhancing lives. 
 
Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organizations and governments. 
Utilizing its extensive expertise in key industry sectors - including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare - BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs. 
Living by our core values of Client-Centricity, Agility, and Collaboration, BSI provides organizations with the confidence to grow by partnering with them to tackle society&rsquo;s critical issues &ndash; from climate change to building trust in digital transformation and everything in between - to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world.
BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.</div>

Aerospace Auditor

Quest Defense

<div>We don't just build technology&mdash;we engineer the future. From next-gen aerospace to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the limits of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and big thinkers thrive.

Quest Defense Systems and Solutions is growing and looking to add an Avionics Software Team Lead / Scrum Master to support development of a product. The Team Lead/ Scrum Master will support development, integration, and sustainment of product. The successful candidate will work across the I/O, core processing, networking, 2D/3D graphics, and video/merge subsystems, integrating FPGA-based hardware, real-time operating systems, middleware services, and application interfaces to deliver deterministic, safety-critical avionics capabilities.

Due to the nature of the project, all applicants must be U.S. citizens. The ideal candidate should be based out of Cedar Rapids, IA, but open to remote candidates with up to 25% travel.
This role is responsible for leading a cross-functional team of 5&ndash;10 embedded software and test engineers across I/O (1553, ARINC 429), hypervisor/RTOS environments, secure platform services, and video/graphics subsystems.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical background in avionics software development and testing but operates primarily as a delivery leader &mdash; driving execution, managing priorities, interfacing with customers, and enabling the team to succeed.

Roles &amp; Responsibilities

Team Leadership &amp; Execution
<ul>
<li>Lead and manage a team of 5&ndash;10 embedded software and test engineers.</li>
<li>Own sprint execution, delivery commitments, and technical task coordination.</li>
<li>Drive accountability, remove impediments, and maintain schedule predictability.</li>
<li>Balance technical risk, program priorities, and resource allocation.</li>
<li>Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture.</li>
<li>Guide and mentor engineers with the help of subject matter experts or senior engineers on the team.</li>
</ul>
Agile &amp; Process Management
<ul>
<li>Serve as Scrum Master for the team.</li>
<li>Plan and facilitate sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily standups, reviews, and retrospectives.</li>
<li>Maintain and manage Jira boards, metrics, and reporting.</li>
<li>Track velocity, burndown, risks, and dependencies.</li>
<li>Support continuous process improvement initiatives.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with program-level development processes (e.g., DO-178C alignment where applicable).</li>
</ul>
Customer &amp; Stakeholder Interface
<ul>
<li>Serve as the primary day-to-day interface to program management, customers, and stakeholders.</li>
<li>Communicate progress, risks, and mitigation strategies clearly and professionally.</li>
<li>Follows QDSS project management process and ensures quality/on-time delivery.</li>
<li>Adhere to QDSS policies and procedures to ensure proper employee performance and development (metrics, performance reviews, training plans, etc.)</li>
<li>Support technical interchange meetings and milestone reviews.</li>
<li>Translate high-level program requirements into actionable engineering tasks.</li>
<li>Coordinate across hardware, FPGA, systems, cybersecurity, and test organizations.</li>
</ul>
Technical Oversight
<ul>
<li>Provide leadership without acting as the primary technical implementer.</li>
<li>Review architecture with technical leaders to ensure sound engineering practices.</li>
<li>Lean on senior engineers for deep domain expertise in:</li>
<li>MIL-STD-1553 / ARINC 429 I/O systems</li>
<li>ARINC 653 partitioned RTOS environments</li>
<li>FPGA device drivers</li>
<li>Video/graphics and merge subsystems</li>
<li>Identify technical risk areas early and escalate appropriately.</li>
<li>Support integration and test planning at LRU and system levels.</li>
</ul>
Required Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.</li>
<li>5+ years of experience in avionics or embedded software development/testing.</li>
<li>Minimum of 2 years leading engineering teams.</li>
<li>Working knowledge of real-time embedded systems.</li>
<li>Experience in aerospace/defense development environments.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience operating as a Scrum Master in Agile environments.</li>
<li>Hands-on experience with Jira for backlog management and reporting.</li>
<li>Strong communication and customer-facing skills.</li>
<li>U.S. citizenship required.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Personnel management experience is preferred</li>
<li>Experience with ARINC 653, VxWorks, LynxOS, or partitioned systems.</li>
<li>Familiarity with MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, or avionics I/O architectures.</li>
<li>Experience supporting DO-178C or similar regulated development processes.</li>
<li>Experience leading integrated software development and test teams.</li>
<li>Scrum Master certification (CSM or equivalent).</li>
<li>Experience in adoption and/or integration of emerging technologies (e.g., generative AI, automation platforms, digital assistants) into day-to-day operations for continuous improvement.</li>
<li>Local to Cedar Rapids, IA</li>
</ul>
The QDSS Advantage:

At QDSS our advantage is purpose-driven work, collaborative teams, and complex challenges that push boundaries and build lasting impact. You'll grow your career while contributing to mission-critical programs that demand excellence and shape the future.

What You'll Find Here
<ul>
<li>Work That Matters &ndash; Next-generation, safety- and mission-critical projects where your contributions have real-world impact.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Growth That's Supported &ndash; Competitive compensation, employer-matched 401(k), certification assistance, and clear opportunities for advancement.</li>
</ul><ul><li>A Culture That Works &ndash; A flexible, collaborative, and people-first environment where teamwork, innovation, and balance are valued.</li>
</ul>
Benefits Include
<ul>
<li>Competitive pay, comprehensive medical/dental/life and disability coverage, 401(k) with employer match, professional development support, and a flexible, friendly workplace.</li></ul><div> 
At Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don't just build technology &mdash; we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart &mdash; not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we're not just leading the industry &mdash; we're revolutionizing it. 


Quest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</div></div>

Aerospace Software Team Lead / Scrum Master

Consolidated Precision Products

<div>Buyer 

 
If you would love to be part of a company that is poised for substantial growth with opportunities for career advancement, then working for CPP may be the right fit for you! Join a results-oriented workplace that strives for success through innovation, collaboration, and teamwork. 

 
At Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) Euclid, you&rsquo;ll be part of a leading investment casting foundry specializing in complex aerospace and gas turbine components. You&rsquo;ll join a stable, growing organization that offers competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities to build a long-term career and grow your expertise in a highly technical manufacturing environment. 

 
For more information, please visit www.cppcorp.com 
 
 
What we Offer:
<ul><li>Comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellness, and financial security</li>
<li>Quarterly bonus opportunities tied to performance and company success</li>
<li>401(k) retirement plan with company match</li>
<li>Strong focus on employee engagement and an inclusive workplace culture</li>
<li>Paid holidays and generous vacation time to support work&ndash;life balance</li>
<li>Tuition reimbursement to invest in your continued learning and professional growth</li>
<li>Clear pathways for career development and advancement within the organization</li></ul> 
 
 
Job Summary:
<ul><li>Support our manufacturing operations by managing the procurement of raw materials, production supplies, and services</li>
<li>Being responsible for purchase order management, inventory control, supplier coordination, and supporting inventory reduction initiatives</li>
<li>Working cross-functionally with Production, Planning, Accounting, and suppliers to ensure material availability and operational efficiency</li>
</ul>
 
Key Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Ensure uninterrupted production flow.
</li><li>Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant purchasing processes</li>
<li>Maintain high inventory accuracy and integrity</li>
<li>Optimize inventory levels and reduce excess/aged stock</li>
<li>Maintain reliable, compliant supplier relationships</li>
<li>Act as a reliable partner to Production Control, Purchasing, Operations and Finance.</li>
</ul>Qualifications &amp; Requirements: 

 
Education &amp; Experience: 
<ul><li>Education: Associate&rsquo;s degree in supply chain, or equivalent experience.</li></ul>
&bull; Experience: 2+ years of purchasing or inventory experience in a manufacturing environment. 
 
Other Required Knowledge, Skills, &amp; Abilities
<ul><li>Knowledge of raw materials and products.
</li><li>Strong ERP and excel skills.
</li><li>Strong organizational skills.
</li><li>Interpersonal skills.
</li><li>Good verbal communication skills.
</li><li>Good negotiating skills.
</li><li>Sense of urgency.
</li><li>Good judgment and decision-making skills.
</li></ul>WORKING ENVIRONMENT 
<ul><li>Working Environment: Primarily office setting with frequent trips to the shop floor.</li></ul>
&bull; Physical Demands: Sitting/Standing for extended periods of time, able to lift up to 20lbs, extended periods of time using a computer screen &amp; keyboard. 
&bull; Travel Requirements: up to 10% 
&bull; Required PPE: Check for required PPE in areas you may be working in
 
&bull; Safety Glasses: Needed in all areas of the plant 
&bull; Steel to shoes: Needed in all areas of the plant 
 
 
NOTE: Consolidated Precision Products is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. It is the policy of the company to comply with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Upon request, the company will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process. All roles are restricted to U.S. persons (U.S. citizens, permanent residents and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act) due to access to export-controlled technology. CPP will require proof of status prior to employment. 
Note that we maintain a drug-free workplace, and all offers of employment will be contingent on satisfactory results of a drug &amp; background screen.</div>

Buyer (Aerospace Manufacturing)

American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics

<div>Your story could reach the stars. 
We're seeking a Communications Intern for spring/summer 2026 to help AIAA share stories that connect and inspire the aerospace community. You will support our Communications team by writing news content, drafting press materials, and creating engaging social media content while gaining hands-on experience across digital platforms. 
What you'll do<ul><li>
Write original stories for AIAA's daily news channel, From the Institute</li><li>
Support internal communications projects for AIAA staff</li><li>
Draft press releases in AP Style to share AIAA news with media</li><li>
Create social content for LinkedIn, Instagram &amp; YouTube (copy, graphics, reels)</li><li>
Monitor and engage on social media (like, comment, and interact with the community)</li><li>
Support social media campaigns for events, programs, and initiatives</li><li>
Research trends, hashtags, and best practices to improve performance</li><li>
Track analytics and turn data into insights and recommendations</li><li>
Assist with video editing and short-form content creation</li></ul> 
Why you'll love it<ul><li>
Build a real portfolio - Published stories, live campaigns, and analytics you can show off</li><li>
Flexible schedule - Hybrid, 20 hrs/week around your classes</li><li>
Aerospace access - Connect with engineers, scientists, and industry professionals</li><li>
Skill up fast - Canva, Sprout Social, CapCut, Adobe, and more</li></ul> 
What we're looking for<ul><li>
Junior or senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Digital Media, or related field</li><li>
Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills</li><li>
Familiarity with LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment</li><li>
Comfortable working independently and collaboratively</li><li>
Portfolio or work samples required</li><li>
Bonus: Experience with Canva, Adobe Suite, Sprout Social, or CapCut</li><li>
Bonus: Interest in aerospace, aviation, or STEM</li></ul> 
Details<ul><li>
Location: Reston, VA (must be based in the DMV area)</li><li>
Schedule: ~20 hours/week</li><li>
Reports to: Director of Communications &amp; Social Media Manager</li><li>
Compensation: $20/hour</li></ul> 
About AIAA:
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) is the world's largest aerospace technical society, uniting nearly 30,000 members and 100 corporate members across 91 countries. AIAA drives innovation and collaboration in aviation, space, and defense by fostering connections between industry, academia, and government. To learn more, visit aiaa.org and @aiaaerospace on Instagram. 
AIAA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and ensure equal consideration regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. 
Ready to launch your career?
Bring your portfolio and apply today.
AIAA - Connecting and inspiring aerospace professionals, students, and members worldwide as the most trusted source of aerospace knowledge exchange.</div>

Communications Intern

MANTECH

<div>MANTECH seeks a motivated, career customer-oriented Aerospace Structural Welder to join our team in Panama City, FL. This is an onsite position. 
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:<ul><li>
You will perform precision welding on aerospace components using TIG, MIG, and other welding techniques</li><li>
Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to determine welding requirements</li><li>
Conduct structural repairs and modifications on aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium components</li><li>
Ensure all welds meet quality standards and comply with applicable codes and procedures</li><li>
Perform post-weld inspections, including visual and non-destructive testing (NDT), as required</li><li>
Collaborate with engineering and quality assurance teams to resolve technical issues</li><li>
Maintain detailed welding records, inspection logs, and fabrication documentation</li></ul>
Minimum Qualifications:<ul><li>
High School Diploma or equivalent</li><li>
3+ years of experience in aerospace or structural welding</li><li>
Proficiency in TIG, MIG, and stick welding on aerospace-grade materials</li><li>
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, and technical specifications</li><li>
Experience in MIG/TIG welding of aluminum, stainless steel, and Inconel components</li><li>
Ability to pass the NAVSEA certification test in welding techniques for aluminum welding</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
Experience working in DoD or military aerospace programs</li><li>
Familiarity with NAVSEA, USAF, or USN aerospace structural repair standards</li><li>
Prior experience with fabrication of UAVs, aircraft parts, or aerospace systems</li></ul>
Clearance Requirements:<ul><li>
An active Secret clearance is required to perform the duties of this position</li></ul>
Physical Requirements:<ul><li>
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%</li><li>
Needs to frequently move about industrial and fabrication areas, including climbing, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lbs.</li><li>
Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve briefings or technical discussions.</li><li>
Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations</li></ul></div>

Aerospace Structural Welder

<div><div><div><div><div>Posted: 13/03/2026</div>
<div>Closing Date: 30/04/2026</div>
<div>Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
</div><div>Location: Scottsdale
</div><div>Job Category: Business Development
</div><div>TAE Aerospace is a global aerospace company providing maintenance services for some of the most powerful, exciting and important defense and commercial aircraft platforms in the world. We are also proud of our encouraging and supportive team environment that ensures we all work together within a genuine high-performance culture.
TAE is part of the ASDAM Group and is a leading sovereign defense, advanced manufacturing and sustainment company. It provides end-to-end capability across design, engineering, manufacturing, assembly and sustainment. ASDAM includes Marand, TAE Aerospace, Rosebank Engineering, Levett Engineering and Quickstep.
</div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description</h4>
<div>The PT6A Field Service and Technical Support Manager is responsible for:
 Assessing market dynamics and delivering appropriate advice to maintain / expand market share and develop appropriate sales strategies.
 Understanding the company&rsquo;s fit in the big data environment, including engaging industry experts to complement internal development activities
 Assisting in the development of annual sales targets that align to TAE strategy
To seek out new Field service and sales opportunities from within the aviation sector for TAE&rsquo;s Commercial products
Managing customer relations to &lsquo;wow&rsquo; the customer
Work closely with TAE operational and sales departments to identify and take advantage of opportunity within TAE&rsquo;s strategic market sectors both in the US and overseas
To establish and maintain relationships with industry influencers and key strategic partners
Demonstrate an entrepreneurial business culture and spirit across TAE
Capture all current and new sales leads with in the company&rsquo;s CRM
Represent the business at selected trade and industry events to foster development of the commercial business&rsquo; product and brand.
Assist with actioning the marketing and promotional activities at tradeshows
 Offer exceptional on-call and field service to new and existing customers 
</div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">Desired Skills and Experience</h4>
<div>Essential
<ul><li>Experience working in an MRO, sales and field service capacity</li>
<li>Minimum 2 years of field service and or sales experience in an aircraft MRO environment</li>
<li>Demonstrated field service and or sales discipline experience with an aviation maintenance/ manufacturing company.</li>
<li>Mobile, self motivated and able to work independently</li>
<li>An entrepreneurial spirit with an innovative nature.</li>
<li>Able to demonstrate the communication skills required to clearly articulate visions, issues and outcomes.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to work with confidential information and exercise the highest degree of discretion.</li>
<li>Relevant sales and field service-related training.</li>
<li>Commercial acumen, intellect and a professional in their field, who is seen as a valued advisor and business partner by his/her manager and colleagues.</li>
<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to articulate views convincingly, and to influence others to adopt their course of action.</li>
<li>Must be able to demonstrate a proven commitment to being part of a team-oriented organization seeking continuous improvement, in an open and &lsquo;no surprises&rsquo; manner.</li>
<li>Great negotiator and deal seeker.</li>
<li>Mobile and can cope with change.</li>
<li>An innovator and thinker</li>
</ul>
Desirable
<ul><li>Budgeting, reporting or analysis experience with maintenance, engineering, or manufacturing enterprise.</li>
<li>Demonstrated technical, maintenance or engineering experience in an aviation maintenance and/or engineering environment.</li>
<li>Broad knowledge of and experience in management practices involved with heavily regulated working environments/industries.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div>

PT6A Field Service and Technical Support Manager

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