Manufacturing Systems Engineer
Core
Own the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) end-to-end to drive production workflows, data integrity, and floor efficiency for high-performance unmanned systems.
Role type
Manufacturing Systems Engineer (MES Platform Owner)
Builds
Manufacturing Execution System (MES) platform, integrations with ERP/PLM, production data structures, and workflow automation
Domain
Defense technology, unmanned systems manufacturing, industrial engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
MES platform administration, ERP system interaction, structured data management, API documentation reading, floor presence, system logic design, continuous improvement methods
Preferred skills
Aerospace/defense manufacturing experience, MES implementation leadership, ERP/PLM tool expertise, production dashboard building
Technologies
Manufacturo, iBase-t Solumina, Tulip, Siemens Opcenter, SAP S/4HANA, NetSuite, Odoo
Responsibilities
Configure MES user roles, routings, and work instructions; design MES-ERP integrations; define production data structures; train floor staff; troubleshoot workflow blockers; support compliance audits
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC