Staff Engineer, Manufacturing
Core
Lead manufacturing engineering for defense aircraft production, scaling processes and building new production lines.
Role type
Staff Manufacturing Engineer (Defense/Aerospace)
Builds
Next-generation jet production lines and manufacturing infrastructure
Domain
Defense technology / Aerospace manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
manufacturing process design, scale-up execution, capital equipment selection, vendor management, process improvement (Lean/Six Sigma), cross-functional leadership, mentorship
Preferred skills
AS9100/ISO 9001 knowledge, CAD proficiency, additive manufacturing, ERP/MRP systems, tooling design, project management
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 launching new production line for larger jet; Scope and deploy critical production infrastructure including equipment and tooling; Engage with vendors to source and integrate capital equipment and automation systems; Mentor engineers and production personnel; Champion cross-functional initiatives to standardize and improve manufacturing performance
Seniority
Staff, technical leadership & cross-functional impact