Staff Engineer, Manufacturing
Core
Lead manufacturing engineering for a next-generation jet production line, optimizing processes, scaling operations, and integrating new technologies.
Role type
Staff Manufacturing Engineer (Aerospace/Defense)
Builds
Production lines for advanced aircraft (jets), manufacturing infrastructure, and automation systems
Domain
Defense technology, Aerospace manufacturing
Required skills
Manufacturing process design, Scale-up execution, Capital equipment sourcing, Vendor management, Process improvement (Lean/Six Sigma), Avionics/Composites/Assembly knowledge, Technical mentorship, Cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
AS9100/ISO 9001 quality standards, CAD software proficiency, Additive manufacturing, ERP/MRP systems, Manufacturing tooling design, Project management (via careerplan.io/jobs/60960e9b-f39e-48bf-b2ea-f61a58db8a5d-staff-engineer-manufacturing-at-shieldai)
Technologies
CAD software, Automation systems, ERP/MRP systems
Responsibilities
Own design and optimization of high-impact manufacturing processes; Drive scale-up of flagship product line balancing throughput, quality, and cost; Lead manufacturing engineering for new jet production line; Scope and deploy critical production infrastructure; Engage with vendors to source and integrate capital equipment; Mentor engineers and production personnel; Champion cross-functional initiatives to standardize manufacturing performance
Seniority
Staff, technical leadership & cross-functional impact