Engineering Manager - Maintenance

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Engineering Manager - Maintenance leads and develops the engineering teams that support maintenance operations in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for providing technical direction, driving process improvements, and ensuring equipment reliability to support production goals. The Engineering Manager - Maintenance will partner closely with maintenance, production, and quality teams to optimize performance, reduce downtime, and maintain compliance with aerospace industry standards.

The following essential job functions are performed as a Engineering Manager - Maintenance:

• Lead the planning and execution of scheduled maintenance events (short- and long-term) across production and facilities
• Oversee the development and implementation of Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI) and Planned Maintenance (PM) procedures to maximize asset uptime and address unplanned failures
• Direct and prioritize engineering support for equipment breakdowns, fault diagnosis, and resolution to minimize production downtime
• Provide leadership and guidance to engineering and technical staff to ensure effective coordination of equipment modifications and repairs with minimal production impact
• Manage, coach, and develop maintenance engineering teams, fostering technical growth, problem-solving skills, and career development
• Approve and guide the design, build, or procurement of specialized components, fixtures, or parts to support maintenance repairs or equipment upgrades
• Stay current with emerging equipment, technologies, and maintenance best practices, introducing improvements where beneficial
• Maintain an operational overview of production processes and facilities, collaborating with management to implement enhancements for optimal results
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, 5S, AS9100, and Nadcap standards in all maintenance and engineering activities
• Oversee vendor relationships for equipment, materials, and parts procurement, including negotiation, specification review, and capital equipment installation and commissioning
• Identify and manage critical spare part requirements for new and existing equipment to reduce downtime risks
• Ensure accurate documentation and control of engineering drawings, records, revisions, and updates
• Partner with Operations Managers to identify risks in the production process and lead mitigation strategies
• Review and approve maintenance-related test procedures, results, and recommendations for changes to products or methods
• Oversee planning of facility-level systems, including air, vacuum, piping, and building automation (BACnet) systems
• Drive accountability for meeting deadlines, maintaining high performance under pressure, and ensuring strong attendance across the maintenance engineering team
• Perform other related leadership duties as assigned.
• Files, drafts, retrieves, and maintains engineering drawings, records, revisions and updates, as needed
• Aides with recording test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and provides recommendations for changes in product or test method

QUALIFICATIONS

Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed. Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• A bachelors degree in mechanical engineering/engineering technology, mechanical engineering, industrial design technology, or a similar field is required with an emphasis in robotics or automation is preferred.
• 8+ years of engineering and maintenance experience in a manufacturing or aerospace environment, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or management role
• Proven track record of managing engineering or maintenance teams in a high-compliance, safety-critical industry
• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance strategies and equipment reliability
• Strong knowledge of aerospace/defense industry standards (AS9100, Nadcap)
• Demonstrated success in vendor management, capital equipment procurement, and installation/commissioning
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to coach and develop technical teams
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language
• Must be willing and able to obtain a government issued security clearance

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED

Janicki 5-axis CNC mills, Leica laser trackers, spacial analyzer, Unigraphics NX 10, vacuum pumps, scissors, calibrated equipment, gauges, various hand and power tools, tape measure and computers.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Exposed to dust, loud noises, chemical fumes, fiberglass, and carbon fiber.

Detailed Wage Information

Wage range for this role is between $90,000-$140,000 per year plus a discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts, off-site work, and access pay. The range provided is Janicki's estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with employer contribution
• Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• 401k with employer matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
• Education reimbursement program
• Several shift options
• Premium pay for off-shifts
• Premium pay for security clearance if applicable

Not sure that you'll be the perfect fit for this role? You should still apply! We'll review your application for other opportunities. We are always on the lookout for talented people!

By applying for this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified, you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer.

Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries' Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) 404-1997.

As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki's work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

AMOUNT OF TIME

MANUAL EFFORT

NONE

SOMETIMES

REGULARLY

FREQUENTLY

Up to 5 pounds

Up to 15 pounds

Up to 30 pounds

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Stand

Walk

Sit

Climb / Balance

Stoop/Kneel/Crouch/Crawl

Reach

Manual Dexterity

Talk/Hear

Taste/Smell

See Clearly

Color Vision

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work near moving parts

Work in high, precarious places

Fumes or airborne particles

Toxic or caustic chemicals

Outdoor weather conditions

Extreme cold

Extreme heat

Risk of electric shock

Works with explosives

Risk of radiation

Vibration

Other