Project Engineer at DCX-CHOL Enterprises, Inc. – Los Angeles, California

Teletronic Division of DCX-CHOL Enterprises Inc. is actively seeking a Project Engineers with the following qualifications.

The Project / Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for managing manufacturing jobs from initial release through final delivery. This role serves as the primary engineering point of contact for assigned work orders, ensuring manufacturability, schedule adherence, quality compliance, and timely issue resolution throughout the production lifecycle. The position requires strong project management skills, cross-functional coordination, and hands-on manufacturing engineering experience in an aerospace and defense environment.

Position Description:

The Project / Manufacturing Engineer owns assigned jobs end-to-end and works closely with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management to ensure successful execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own manufacturing jobs from kickoff through final shipment, serving as the primary engineering contact throughout the lifecycle

• Develop, review, and release manufacturing travelers, work instructions, routings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)

• Coordinate cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Purchasing and Testing to ensure jobs progress on schedule

• Actively monitor work order status and identify risks related to schedule, material, tooling, or manufacturability

• Provide timely support to the production floor, resolving technical issues and clarifying documentation as needed

• Lead issue resolution related to manufacturing discrepancies, nonconformances, and build challenges

• Support and participate in MRB (Material Review Board) activities and dispositions

• Ensure ERP accuracy for work orders, BOMs, and engineering changes

• Drive jobs to completion by removing obstacles, coordinating resources, and escalating issues when required

• Communicate regularly with management on job status, risks, and corrective actions

• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, improve flow, and increase manufacturing efficiency

Required Skills & Technical Qualifications:

Technical Skills:

• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings

• Solid understanding of cable assemblies and electro-mechanical manufacturing processes

• Familiarity with aerospace and military standards and regulated manufacturing environments

• Experience creating and maintaining manufacturing documentation (travelers, work instructions, BOMs)

• Experience supporting production floor activities and resolving manufacturing issues

Project & Systems Skills:

• Proven experience managing multiple jobs or projects simultaneously

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills

• Experience working within an ERP system for work orders, BOMs, and revisions

• Experience participating in MRB activities and structured problem solving

Software Experience (Preferred):

• ERP systems (experience required; specific system training provided)

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• AutoCAD, Visio, or similar tools for technical documentation

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace, or similar)

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering or project engineering role

• Prior experience in aerospace, defense, or other regulated manufacturing environments strongly preferred

Professional Characteristics:

• Strong ownership mentality and ability to push jobs to completion

• Clear and effective communication skills across engineering, production, and management

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-mix manufacturing environment

• Proactive problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset

• Able to balance technical detail with schedule and execution priorities

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

• Maintain a neat and professional appearance

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends as required

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English

• Must be eligible to work in the United States

DCX-CHOL Enterprises Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with DCX-CHOL Enterprises Inc. is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

DCX-CHOL Enterprises Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with DCX-CHOL Enterprises Inc. is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

DCX-CHOL Enterprises Inc. will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization via E-Verify.