Sr Manager - Manufacturing Engineering

Sr Manager – Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor’s or higher degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Experience working in aerospace, automotive, or other high-precision manufacturing environments, in a fast-paced rapid growth environment.
Experience implementing substantial improvement to a manufacturing environment.
Proven ability to lead teams, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate cross-functionally.

Lead and mentor a high-performing team of manufacturing engineers to develop, optimize, and scale production processes.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness across manufacturing operations.
Scale and mature the production system for the V-BAT, increasing output while maintaining exceptional build quality and reliability.
Stand up full-rate production from the ground up for our next-generation, jet-powered aircraft—shaping everything from layout and flow to tooling, training, and takt time.
Collaborate closely with design, production, and supply chain teams to evaluate and implement new technologies and scalable manufacturing methods.
Partner with engineering to establish standards and best practices that ensure engineering changes and design updates are implemented in a way that sets the production team up for success.
Ensure all manufacturing processes align with safety, regulatory, and quality standards while supporting the company’s long-term strategic goals.

Master’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
Background in aerospace manufacturing, composites, or precision machining.
Strong project management skills with a track record of implementing new manufacturing technologies.