Digital Manufacturing Project Engineer

Loft Orbital Solutions; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A space manufacturing startup in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Manufacturing Systems & Tools Engineer to lead the integration of ERP and MES systems. The role requires 7+ years of experience in digital operations, a strong understanding of production environments, and the ability to streamline workflows. This foundational role is pivotal in enabling efficient satellite manufacturing processes in the UAE.

Qualifications

• 7 years experience in manufacturing systems digital operations or enterprise tools administration.
• Prior experience in aerospace or high-reliability manufacturing.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to simplify complexity.

Responsibilities

• Lead configuration deployment and integration of NetSuite ERP, PLM and MES.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to translate manual processes into structured digital workflows.
• Provide first-line support to internal users post-deployment.

Skills

Manufacturing systems digital operations

NetSuite configuration

Production environments experience

MRP environment understanding

Communication skills

Tools

NetSuite

MES systems

ERP systems

Job description

Wanna join the adventure

Orbitworks is seeking a Manufacturing Systems & Tools Engineer to define, implement and sustain the digital backbone of our satellite manufacturing operations. This cross‑functional role will support the integration and ongoing development of ERP (NetSuite) PLM and MES systems to ensure seamless manufacturing and test operations. The ideal candidate will serve as a key enabler across production engineering and supply chain by maintaining data integrity, supporting process digitization and managing system interfaces. This is a foundational role for a lean, fast‑growing space manufacturing startup. We are looking for a systems integrator who understands how tools and digital processes come together to enable scalable, efficient execution on the factory floor.

About this Role

• Systems Ownership & Integration
• Lead configuration deployment and integration of NetSuite ERP, PLM and MES.
• Define and manage data flows and interfaces between ERP, PLM, MES and test environments.
• Serve as internal point of contact with implementation partners.
• Ensure data consistency across platforms (BOMs, inventory, work orders, as‑built records).
• Manufacturing Enablement & Tooling Interfaces
• Support the definition and deployment of local systems at assembly and test stations (e.g. barcode scanners, tablets, HMI operator‑guidance interfaces). Standardize mechanical and test‑station setups.
• Define requirements and processes for hardware/software interfaces that support assembly and testing workflows.
• Process & Workflow Digitization
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to translate manual or ad‑hoc processes into structured digital workflows.
• Document processes, support user onboarding and generate user guides and SOPs.
• Identify opportunities to streamline manufacturing execution through better data capture and tool usability.
• System Sustainment & Support
• Provide first‑line support to internal users post‑deployment.
• Track and manage ongoing improvements, upgrades and change requests.
• Support onboarding of new employees and provide training on key digital tools.

Must Haves

• 7 years experience in manufacturing systems digital operations or enterprise tools administration (ERP / PLM / MES)
• Experience configuring or managing NetSuite Duro Arena, ION or equivalent tools
• Demonstrated experience working in production environments with digital interfaces
• Strong understanding of MRP environment, BOMs, inventory control and manufacturing workflows for high‑mix low‑volume environments
• Excellent communication, documentation and cross‑functional collaboration skills
• Prior experience in aerospace or high‑reliability manufacturing
• Exposure to PLM / ERP / MES integrations and system architecture
• Comfortable working in a lean, ambiguous environment with evolving systems
• Hands‑on mindset with a bias for action and a focus on enabling others to execute
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to simplify complexity and create clarity

Orbitworks mission is to make space simple for organizations that want to deploy physical and virtual missions to space. Building on Loft Orbitals heritage, Orbitworks will be the first commercial firm in the United Arab Emirates to mass‑manufacture satellites. Orbitworks aims to manufacture tens of satellites annually and operates out of a 50,000‑square‑foot facility in Abu Dhabi.

Key Skills

Project Management Methodology, Digital Marketing, Content Management Systems, Trello, Basecamp, Smartsheet, Drupal, Jira, Project Management, Project Management Software, Microsoft Project, Wordpress

Employment Type : Full‑Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1