RTCA is a precision aerospace and defense manufacturing group built on decades of hands-on machining expertise, with roots spanning more than 50 years. We support mission-critical commercial and government aerospace programs across North America through four U.S. Centers of Excellence operating as an integrated platform with 150+ CNC machines and a team of 250+ professionals. Unlike large organizations where roles can be narrow, RTCA offers hands-on ownership and real visibility – you understand how your work supports the team, the operation, and the end customer. Our flat structure allows employees to take initiative, grow their skills, and have their contributions recognized, while still providing the stability, advanced technology, and meaningful work of an established aerospace manufacturer. At RTCA, we believe in teamwork, excellence, and delivering with pride. One Team! One Mission!
How You’ll Make an Impact:
The CNC Supervisor manages production teams and daily shop operations for their assigned area, ensuring staffing, scheduling, employee performance, safety, and quality standards are met. This role partners closely with Quality, Engineering, Planning, and Manufacturing teams to support production goals and drive operational improvements, providing leadership that keeps RTCA's aerospace manufacturing operations running safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
What you’ll be doing as a CNC Supervisor:
- Working a full-time, onsite position at our Chatsworth, CA location.
- Manage staffing, scheduling, and daily workflow for the assigned production area.
- Oversee employee performance, providing coaching, feedback, and support for team development.
- Monitor and enforce 5S, safety, and quality compliance standards within the area.
- Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, Planning, and Manufacturing teams to support production goals.
- Identify and drive operational improvements, including process, efficiency, and cost-reduction initiatives.
- Support hiring, onboarding, and training for production team members.
- Address production issues, escalating complex matters to leadership as needed.
- Communicate production status, resource needs, and concerns to leadership.
- Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives across the area.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and aerospace industry standards.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications (Education, skills and experience):
- Several years of experience in a CNC machining or aerospace manufacturing environment, including experience supervising or leading a team.
- Strong knowledge of CNC machining, production scheduling, and shop floor operations.
- Demonstrated experience managing staffing, scheduling, and employee performance.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to coordinate effectively across Quality, Engineering, Planning, and Manufacturing teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to drive operational improvements.
- Commitment to workplace safety and quality compliance.
Preferred Qualifications (Education, skills and experience):
- Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling tools.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Choice of medical plan options, including a no-cost employee-only coverage plan
- HSA-eligible health plan with employer contributions
- Basic and supplemental life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan with up to a 6% QACA company match
- Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and nine (9) paid company holidays
- Shift differentials for applicable off-shifts
- Discretionary bonus programs based on position and company performance
The CNC Supervisor Compensation range for onsite California applicants is $75,000 - $80,000 annually commensurate with experience. Some shifts may include shift differential pay rates. Other site ranges may differ. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required.
RTCA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Applicants wishing to receive information on RTCA’s Affirmative Action Plans, or those requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, should contact the RTCA Human Resources Department. Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to access or use our career center due to a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources.
Candidates will receive consideration without discrimination in accordance with Article 9, Chapter XVIII of the City of Los Angeles Municipal Code and applicable federal, state, and local laws.