Engineering Administrator

San Luis Obispo, CA
Full Time
Experienced

Engineering Administrator  
 

Company Overview: 

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. is seeking a full-time Engineering Administrator to work directly with the Director of Engineering and the engineering teams.   

ESAero is a growing aerospace company in the San Luis Obispo area and provides various services which include but are not limited to rapid system development, on-demand niche engineering, hands-on development/testing, and small UAS aerospace system manufacturing.   

**This position is fully on-site at Empirical Systems Aerospace in San Luis Obispo, CA  

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

The Engineering Administrator will work directly with the Director of Engineering and be responsible for engineering specific documentation and reporting. This high-tempo, highly energetic Administrator will need to work effectively within the engineering department as well as with other internal functional groups including Operations, Quality, Contracts, Finance, Management, Executives, etc.  

  • Assist in the development, implementation, and documentation of engineering processes and procedures 

  • Track and report on engineering KPIs to monitor team performance and project progress 

  • Support the Director of Engineering in coordinating and organizing engineering projects 

  • Maintain accurate records and documentation related to engineering activities, projects, and schedules 

  • Coordinate and schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and take meeting minutes 

  • Assist in preparing presentations, reports, and other materials for internal and external stakeholders 

  • Liaise with other departments to ensure smooth communication and collaboration on cross-functional projects 

  • Assemble and maintain a variety of information including, but not limited to action items lists, statistical data, timekeeping, financial information, and certification documentation 

  • Support coordinating efforts between project management, manufacturing, supply chain, and other functions to anticipate and address project issues  

  • Assist and support operations activities such as training, security, policy updates, etc. 

  • Work with minimal instruction or supervision 

  • Actively promote an ethics-based business culture, ensuring that all peers are aware of, and fully comply with, ESAero’s “Code of Ethics,” and related policies  

 
Qualifications:  

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, or related field.

  • Proven experience in an administrative role, preferably within an engineering or technical environment 

  • Knowledge of project management, product development, and procurement desired.   

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 

  • Proficient in collecting, analyzing data, and translating to recommendations  

  • Disciplined execution of processes and systems   

  • Must possess excellent organizational skills, problem solving, and decision-making skills.  

  • Must have excellent oral and written communication skills; must be able to communicate effectively with peers, customers suppliers, and leadership   

  • Proven ability to analyze and solve problems; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram or schedule form 

  • Expertise working with cross-functional teams 

  • Prefer experience in aerospace 

  • Preferred familiarity with ISO9001/AS9100  

  • Familiarity with other software: NetSuite (ERP), MS Project, MS Sharepoint, MS PowerApps, MS PowerAutomate 

 

Benefits and Perks:    

  • Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance  

  • PTO  80 hours accrued and additional holiday hours (Christmas – New Years) 

  • Paid Holidays (9)  

  • Retirement: 401k w/company match   

  • Casual dress code, Free snacks    

  • Amazing location to live, work, and play  

 

ESAero is an equal opportunity employer. 
E-Verify participation required for employment. 
Must be able to pass background check. 
Must present proof of authorization to work in the United States. 

 
Hiring Range: $26 - 34/hr  (DOE)

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