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Project Manager

Crane Company


Job Location:

Burbank, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 107000 - 133000
Posted: 29 August 2026 (16 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 26 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Crane Aerospace and Electronicshas an exciting opportunity foraProject Manager at ourBurbank CAlocation.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronicssupplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. Youll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Every 1.2 seconds product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team Crane A&Es brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. Youll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere schools weather and no shortage of entertainment.

Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

TheProject Managerprovidesproject focused leadership and management of cross functional Business Engineering Quality Supply Chain and Operations teams while assuming accountability for overall success of assigned Management responsibilities extend from a range of business needs included but not limited to; strategic sourcing and supplier transitions design to cost activities productivity improvements operational excellence projects new product integration quality improvements and continuous improvement (CBS) projects. Project management success is measured by customer satisfaction of the overall project outcome on time completion of project milestones and adherence to recurring and non-recurring costtargets.

Essential Functions:

  • Work closely with Supply Chain and Tactical Procurement to ensure that detailed supplier hardware delivery status is available for Operations planning purposes and sales forecasting. Establish necessary plans and tracking methods to support smooth flow of information from supplier to Crane team.

  • Ensure that recurring cost data is generated in context of production volumes leveraging common parts where possible such that IPT Lead has visibility into product cost data for alignment with business case. Plan and execute recovery actions with support of Engineering and Procurement to ensure that business case cost targets are adhered to.

  • Own overall adherence to annual productivity targets as supported by multiple functional groups. Solicit ideas for track and facilitate completion of productivity initiatives. Report status to leadership on a regular cadence.

  • Create monitor and update project plans in sufficient detail which define the required processes / activities of various functional groups to achieve customer defined milestones / deliverables within Crane process guidelines

  • Lead manage and motivate required cross functional teams through effective utilization of personnel assigned to the project from all functional groups within the company

  • Coordinate internal resources and third parties to ensure timely execution of project tasks and milestones

  • Ensure adherence to project timeline and costs by responsible parties and escalate as appropriate to ensure timely completion

  • Coordinate sufficient in-house project reviews with various functional groups to ensure projects are on schedule to cost targets and aligned with scheduled completion dates.

  • Ensure all stakeholders understand the project schedule their respective role and responsible deadlines.

  • Prioritize resources and tasks to drive key milestone adherence

  • Identify track manage and assist in resolving issues that impact project success.

  • Establish strong working relationships with cross functional team through demonstrated leadership and effective communication.

  • Strive to meet and exceed financial objectives and adjust project constraints based on financial analysis

  • Drives rapid action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays

  • Any other task assigned by yoursupervisor or management

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Experience: 2 years experience supporting manufacturing and supply chain data analyses in an aerospace environment

  • Knowledge: Proficient in Project Management philosophies and sufficient aptitude to understand the impact of an array of business-related issues and how to drive resolution.

  • Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated Leadership Skills Results Focus Customer Service Orientation Action Orientation Planning & Organizing Teamwork & Cooperation Business Acumen Decision-Making Skills; Proficiency in Microsoft Project and other PC based office tools.

  • Education/Certification: BS degree in Engineering Supply Chain Management Business or equivalent.

  • Eligibility:This position requires access to controlled data or information and therefore only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

Some experience in a technical field preferred preferably aerospace.

MBA or comparable advanced management degree

Formal training in Program and / or Systems Management (PMI or equivalent)

Has experience successfully leading projects to reduce cost/increase throughput/eliminate waste.

Working Conditions:

  • Standard office environment

  • Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail

  • Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment

  • Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses gowning masks hearing protectors heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE

  • May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises cold temperatures confined spaces dust or fumes

  • Travel up to 25% some international

Standing: 20% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

Sitting:80% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

Lifting (in pounds): up to 20 pounds

Pushing (in pounds): up to 20 pounds

Mental/Visual: use of computer

Workspace (line cube etc): Office or Cube

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics youll enjoy:

o Benefits:Health care dental vision life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.

o Time Off:15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.

o 401k Retirement Plan:401k plan with company match.

o Education Reimbursement:eligible after 6 months of employment.

You can see a list of our benefits at visit our website at more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniquesto optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

Salary range: $107000 to $133000. Several factors contribute to actual salary including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities skills training and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

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This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation general identity national origin disability or veteran status.


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Crane Co. delivers engineered solutions for aerospace, defense, flow technologies, and critical industries—driven by innovation and 170 years of excellence.

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