Job Description

On behalf of our client, a leading aerospace manufacturer known for delivering precision-engineered components for critical aircraft and defense applications, Davalyn Corporation is seeking a General Manager to lead and scale CNC high-precision machining operations. This is a career-defining opportunity to oversee a high-performing team and drive operational excellence in a growing, quality-driven environment.

Our client is a Tier 1 supplier of complex machined parts and assemblies for aerospace platforms , defense systems , and aerostructures . Their advanced facility features 5-axis CNC machining , multi-spindle turning , Swiss-type lathes , and precision grinding , serving customers with exacting aerospace and military standards .

Position Overview:

The General Manager will be responsible for leading all facets of the operation, including manufacturing , engineering , quality assurance , supply chain , and production planning . This role requires deep expertise in CNC machining for aerospace applications , and a strong leadership background managing 50–70 team members , including both direct and indirect reports.

This is an ideal role for a senior manufacturing leader who thrives in fast-paced, regulated environments , and who understands the critical importance of tight tolerances , compliance standards , and on-time delivery in the aerospace sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership across aerospace CNC manufacturing operations , including machining centers , mill-turn machines , and EDM .
• Lead a diverse team of machinists , production supervisors , CNC programmers , manufacturing engineers , and quality inspectors .
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 Rev D , ISO 9001 , ITAR , and customer-specific aerospace quality and regulatory standards.
• Drive implementation of Lean Manufacturing , Six Sigma , 5S , and Kaizen initiatives to improve throughput, reduce scrap, and optimize OEE.
• Manage capacity planning, production scheduling, and equipment utilization to meet aggressive delivery targets and contract milestones .
• Oversee inspection protocols including CMM , first article inspection (FAI) , SPC , and GD&T methodology.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to support DFM/DFA initiatives and drive production part approval (PPAP) processes.
• Maintain strong relationships with aerospace customers and suppliers, ensuring seamless communication and compliance with contract specifications.
• Monitor KPIs across safety, quality, delivery, and cost, and lead corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of senior management experience in aerospace CNC machining or high-precision manufacturing.
• Proven track record of managing headcount of 50–70+ personnel , including indirect and direct reports.
• Familiarity with aerospace materials (e.g., titanium, Inconel, aluminum alloys), and machining practices for complex geometries and tight tolerances.
• Demonstrated experience in aerospace/defense supply chains with a strong emphasis on compliance, traceability , and QMS standards .
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Epicor, JobBOSS, SAP) in a make-to-order or high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering , Chemical Engineering , Materials Science , or a related technical discipline.
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma or equivalent operational excellence methodology.
• Familiarity with NADCAP , DFARS , RoHS , REACH , and ITAR regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of post-processing methods such as anodizing , passivation , heat treating , and NDT (non-destructive testing) is highly desirable.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base Salary: $150,000 – $220,000
• Performance-based annual bonus
• Comprehensive health benefits and 401(k) plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Relocation support (if applicable)

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