Staff Manufacturing Process Engineer
Core
Lead and optimize day-to-day manufacturing operations for PAN and carbon fiber production to support next-generation aerospace applications.
Role type
Staff Manufacturing Process Engineer (operations leadership track)
Builds
Advanced composite materials (carbon fiber, PAN) for aerospace programs
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Advanced composites
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
manufacturing operations leadership, process optimization, root cause analysis, equipment performance management, project leadership, cross-functional collaboration, mentoring, capital project implementation
Preferred skills
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification, cross-functional leadership experience, continuous improvement initiative leadership
Technologies
production floor equipment, automation systems, process data systems
Responsibilities
Lead and optimize production flow and methods to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets; drive rapid troubleshooting and resolution of production and process issues; execute process improvement initiatives focused on yield and throughput; plan and implement new line startups and engineering changes; drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions; partner with operations, maintenance, and supply chain to maximize uptime; mentor engineers and operators; lead small- to mid-scale capital projects
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership potential
