Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Salary Range: 100000 to 130000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Model and analyze production workflows to identify constraints and design scalable solutions.
• Develop and implement long-term strategies to improve cycle time, labor efficiency, and cost.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to align engineering, operations, and supply chain teams on strategic objectives.
• Drive implementation of advanced manufacturing tooling and technologies, including robotics, automation, and digital production systems.
• Optimize material flow, supply chain logistics, and kitting to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Evaluate vertical integration vs. outsourcing for maximum efficiency.
• Partner with design and NPI teams to ensure products are engineered for manufacturability (DFM).
• Optimize inspection, quality, and test processes while maintaining regulatory compliance.
• Establish data-driven KPIs and predictive models to guide production scalability efforts.
• Ensure all manufacturing improvements support FAA Part 21 production requirements and Part 23 certification.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to align teams on operational improvements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace or other Engineering degree with manufacturing focus from an accredited University.
• 7+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing, aerospace production, or process optimization. Strategic thinker, balancing near-term execution with long-term scalability.
• Innovative problem solver, constantly pushing the boundaries of manufacturing efficiency.
• Data-driven problem solver, using modeling and analysis to drive decision-making.
• Collaborative leader, working across functions to drive alignment and execution.
• Proactive and forward-thinking, anticipating future challenges and solutions.
• Knowledge of manufacturing process development for composites and aerospace grade metallics, including bonding, drilling and fastening.
• Experience in process modeling, simulation, and data analysis to optimize production.
• Experience in scaling production environments and implementing automation strategies.
• Understanding of supply chain, receiving, kitting, inspection, and logistics in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of FAA Part 21 production requirements and aerospace quality standards.
• Proven ability to drive large-scale efficiency improvements and cost reduction initiatives.
• Proficiency in process modeling, manufacturing software, and data analysis tools.

Above and Beyond Qualifications that will distinguish you:

• Prior experience in an EVTOL, aerospace, or electric aircraft startup environment.
• Experience with advanced manufacturing techniques, automation, and Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Familiarity with software tools such as Catia, Solidworks, Delmia, Minitab, JMP, SolidWorks, and ERP/MES systems.
• Experience with FAA conformity, AS9100, and regulatory compliance in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC), measurement systems analysis (MSA), and root cause analysis (RCA).

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Must be able to be active on their feet for a full 8-hour shift.
• Able to lift 25lbs.
• Able to be in front of a computer for at least several hours.