Top 1449 Technical program manager Jobs in Long Beach, Ca

Director of Engineering and CI
Acra Aerospace —Anaheim, CA
- $135,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- ERP systems
- 8 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Manufacturing Engineer
All American Racers Inc —Santa Ana, CA
- $100,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Manager, Supplier Development Engineering
Edwards Lifesciences —Irvine, CA
- $139,000 - $196,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Travel
- Senior level
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Principal, Healthcare Mechanical Engineering - Los Angeles, CA
Stantec —Los Angeles, CA
- $151,700 - $227,600 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Engineering
- Public speaking
- Wellness program
- AD&D insurance
Senior Project Engineer Electrical
Feit Electric —Pico Rivera, CA
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Email
- 7 years
- Office
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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Energy Engineer
VCA Green —El Segundo, CA
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Up to 50% travel
- Engineering
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Project Manager 3, EPMO
Easter Seals Southern California, Inc. —Irvine, CA
- $87,000 - $110,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer Science
- 5 years
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
NV5 —Torrance, CA
- $150,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Program Manager for Transit Agency
Top Tempo Technical —Los Angeles, CA
- From $140,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Office
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
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Pour Line Technical Manager
FXI —Orange, CA
- $100,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Web & Digital Engineering Manager
Forest Lawn —Glendale, CA
- $135,000 - $168,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Pass drug screening
- 3 years
Staff Engineer
NV5 —Torrance, CA
- $90,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Laboratory experience
- Research
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Manufacturing Engineer II
Howmet Aerospace —Carson, CA
- $90,000 - $115,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Project Manager II
Corovan —Fullerton, CA
- $26.50 - $29.53 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Excel
- Bachelor of Science
- English
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Project Engineer
NV5 —Anaheim, CA
- $100,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Civil engineering
- Construction site
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Technical Program Manager II
Partners Consulting, Inc. —Irvine, CA
- Contract
- Computer science
- 6 years
- Computer Science
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2d
IT Project Manager III
APR Consulting Inc —Rosemead, CA
- $77.68 an hour
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Finance
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IT Project Manager V
APR Consulting Inc —Rosemead, CA
- $130.14 an hour
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Contracts
- Fair chance
- In-person
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Precision Tool Instruments Sales Developer - Los Angeles, CA or Seattle, WA
Mitutoyo America Corporation —City of Industry, CA
- $66,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Program Analyst SME - TS/SCI w/ Poly
General Dynamics Information Technology —El Segundo, CA
- $170,000 - $230,000 a year
- Bachelor of Science
- 11+ years
- Travel
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching

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Director of Engineering and CI

Acra Aerospace -
Anaheim, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$135,000 - $175,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Quality assurance within aerospace industry
Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Manufacturing management
New product introduction engineering projects
Blueprint specification interpretation
Engineering
ERP systems
Mechanical Engineering
GD&T
CAM software
Bachelor’s degree in engineering
Bachelor's degree
Quality control within aerospace industry
Contingency planning
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Agile
Managing manufacturing teams
CNC toolpath generation
Project leadership
AS9100
Agile planning

Full Job Description

Job Summary:
This role is a hands-on engineering leadership position responsible for driving manufacturing excellence, leading New Product Introductions, and building a high-performing engineering organization. The Director of Engineering & CI plays a critical role in ensuring operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and long-term scalability of the business.

Position Summary:

The Director of Engineering & CI is responsible for leading all engineering, manufacturing process development, and technical execution functions across the organization. This role owns New Product Introduction (NPI), manufacturing process optimization, and engineering team leadership, while ensuring scalable, repeatable, and high-quality manufacturing operations.

This role serves as the technical authority for CNC manufacturing operations and provides leadership over Manufacturing Engineers, CNC Programmers, and cross-functional technical resources. The position ensures that manufacturing methods, tooling, and processes support business growth, cost targets, quality objectives, and on-time delivery.

The role plays a critical leadership function in advancing Lean Manufacturing, improving throughput, reducing variation, and supporting customer and regulatory requirements in an AS9100 aerospace environment. Reporting to the General Manager, the Director Engineering Director and CI will foster a culture of innovation and collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring delivery of high-quality results in line with schedule and financial performance targets

Core Responsibilities

New Product Introduction (NPI) Leadership

Own and lead all New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from engineering release through full-rate production
Define manufacturing strategy, routing, tooling, and inspection plans for new programs
Coordinate cross-functionally with Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Sales during program launch
Ensure first-article success, manufacturability, and cost targets are achieved
Drive rapid and repeatable production readiness

Manufacturing Engineering & Process Excellence:

Lead development, implementation, and continuous improvement of:
Manufacturing processes
CNC machining strategies
Work instructions and routings
Tooling and fixturing
Inspection and quality controls
Establish standardized, repeatable manufacturing methods across product lines
Improve throughput, reduce scrap, and improve yield using Lean and Six Sigma principles
Drive process optimization using PFMEA, control plans, and root cause analysis
Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost, quality, and delivery

CNC Programming & Technical Leadership:

Provide leadership and technical oversight to CNC Programmers and Manufacturing Engineers
Ensure best practices in:
3-, 4-, and 5-axis machining
Multi-spindle and multi-turret turning
Toolpath optimization
Program validation and prove-out
Oversee Mastercam programming standards and documentation
Ensure tooling libraries, setup sheets, and CNC documentation are accurate and maintained

Team Leadership & Development:

Lead, mentor, and develop Manufacturing Engineers and CNC Programmers
Establish training plans, skill development paths, and succession planning
Conduct performance reviews and KPI-based evaluations
Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
Serve as a technical mentor and escalation point for complex manufacturing challenges

Manufacturing Strategy & Capacity Planning:

Define manufacturing strategies to support growth, margin improvement, and scalability
Optimize labor utilization, machine capacity, and workflow layouts
Support capital equipment planning and justification
Collaborate with Operations to balance capacity, scheduling, and throughput
Support make/buy decisions and vendor technical evaluations

Quality & Compliance Integration:

Ensure compliance with AS9100 and customer-specific requirements
Support audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
Partner with Quality to reduce NCRs, rework, and escapes
Promote a data-driven, root-cause-focused culture

Cross-Functional & Business Support:

Support quoting and RFQ efforts with accurate cost and process estimates
Collaborate with Sales, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations leadership
Drive technical execution of strategic initiatives
Represent Engineering in leadership meetings and program reviews

Qualifications

Proven experience in leading engineering teams within fast-paced environments; strong management skills with the ability to motivate diverse groups.
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering
8–12+ years of experience in aerospace or precision CNC manufacturing
5+ years leading Manufacturing Engineers and/or CNC Programming teams
Strong experience with:
CNC machining (3-, 4-, 5-axis)
Mastercam or equivalent CAM software
GD&T and blueprint interpretation
Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement
ERP systems and manufacturing routings
Demonstrated experience leading New Product Introductions (NPI)
Strong knowledge of AS9100 quality systems
Experience implementing Agile methodologies
Excellent communication skills to articulate complex technical concepts clearly
Ability to develop strategic plans for business continuity strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with:
Multi-spindle / multi-turret machining
High-mix, low-volume aerospace manufacturing
PFMEA, SPC, and RCCA methodologies
PMP or Lean Six Sigma certification (preferred)
Strong background in tooling design and fixture development
Experience managing engineering teams in regulated environments
Leadership & team development
Technical problem-solving
Manufacturing process optimization
Data-driven decision-making
Cross-functional communication
Continuous improvement mindset
Strong organizational and project management skills

Join us as at ACRA Aerospace where your expertise will shape innovative solutions that propel our organization forward! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values leadership excellence and technical mastery—empowering you to make a lasting impact through your vision and dedication.

Pay: $135,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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technical program manager jobs in long beach, ca

Director of Engineering and CI

Manufacturing Engineer

Senior Manager, Supplier Development Engineering

Principal, Healthcare Mechanical Engineering - Los Angeles, CA

Senior Project Engineer Electrical

Energy Engineer

Project Manager 3, EPMO

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Program Manager for Transit Agency

Pour Line Technical Manager

Web & Digital Engineering Manager

Staff Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer II

Project Manager II

Project Engineer

Technical Program Manager II

IT Project Manager III

IT Project Manager V

Precision Tool Instruments Sales Developer - Los Angeles, CA or Seattle, WA

Program Analyst SME - TS/SCI w/ Poly

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