Engineering Administrator

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)