Machine Shop Manager

Description

Onboard Systems International (“Onboard”), a Signia Aerospace company, is the leading global provider of external cargo handling equipment for civil and military helicopters. Founded nearly 50 years ago, the facility in Vancouver, WA has a growing product portfolio including mechanical cargo hooks and suspension systems, to proprietary weighing systems and a Human External Cargo (HEC) line of equipment. In addition to serving every major OEM, the company heavily targets helicopter owners like municipal, fire, search and rescue operators and utility companies. In total, we serve over 1,000 customers around the world.

Onboard Systems is a part of Signia Aerospace, whose brands lead the industry aerospace and aviation industry in performance and quality.

Onboard Systems International is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Machine Shop Manager in Vancouver, WA. In this role, you will supervise and coordinate all activities of our machine shop, from strategic planning to daily operations with a focus on safety, quality, productivity, and optimization. You will lead a team of machinists and operators to execute a large and diverse scope of aerospace components for follow-on assembly within our manufacturing team. We are looking for someone with deep experience in machining, a constant desire to improve, and a sincere passion for leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of a multi axis CNC machine shop
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of machinists across multiple shifts
• Coordinate workflow, job scheduling, machine scheduling, and ensure on-time delivery of aerospace components
• Implement best practices to reduce cycle time, minimize setup, reduce scrap, improve quality and accelerate throughput
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, NADCAP, and customer-specific requirements.
• Direct the development of efficient programing, fixture designs, tool selection and commonization
• Work closely with engineering, quality, scheduling, and production teams to meet delivery goals
• Analyze KPIs, production metrics, capacity planning, and RCA’s to drive performance and accountability
• Manage, train, and evaluate staff performance, and take corrective action when necessary
• As a member of the leadership team, collaborate cross-functionally to solve challenges and execute the company’s strategic vision
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards within the machine shop
  
  

Requirements

PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team building skills
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-precision environment
• Champion for continuous improvement and optimization
  
  

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in precision machining, with at least 3 years in a leadership role, preferably in the aerospace or defense industry
• Proficiency in CNC programming
• Deep understanding of high-efficiency machining strategies
• Familiarity with 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machining centers
• Knowledge of AS9100 and NADCAP standards
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and digital shop floor tools
  
  

Salary: $90,000-120,000 annually. Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K with company match, annual bonus target, vacation & holiday pay.

In addition to offering competitive wages and benefits, Onboard also offers the opportunity to increase your future earnings tied to growth in company performance. We recognize employee contributions toward growing the business through our unique Growth Participation Unit program (GPU). GPUs are tied directly to company growth and rewards all eligible employees with cash when the business grows over time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.