Aerospace Manufacturing Ops Engineer — Supplier Quality

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life/ADD & Disability Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time-Off

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Florida Turbine Technologies (FTT) in Jupiter, FL is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Engineer focused on supplier management for electrical controllers, pumps, and valves. You will ensure quality, reliability, efficiency, delivery, and cost targets for critical aerospace components.

Join a growing, 300+ engineer team with global capabilities and a strong Kratos defense parent company. Travel may be required as part of strategic supplier coordination and program support.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• 5+ years in manufacturing operations supporting mechanical systems.
• Understanding of aerospace regs and standards.
• Ability to define and document customer requirements and provide status.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate suppliers for controllers, pumps, valves, and other systems.
• Audit supplier performance and ensure adherence to standards.
• Foster strong supplier relationships and cross-functional collaboration.
• Work with design, procurement, and quality teams to integrate components.
• Develop and implement quality control processes for mechanical systems.
• Establish inspection protocols for aerospace compliance.
• Identify process improvements and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Mitigate supply chain risks and develop contingency plans.
• Stay current on aerospace tech related to pumps, controllers, valves.

Skills

Communication

Regulatory understanding

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Collaboration

Requirement gathering

Education

BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering

Electrical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Florida Turbine Technologies (FTT) in Jupiter, FL is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Engineer focused on supplier management for electrical controllers, pumps, and valves. You will ensure quality, reliability, efficiency, delivery, and cost targets for critical aerospace components.

Join a growing, 300+ engineer team with global capabilities and a strong Kratos defense parent company. Travel may be required as part of strategic supplier coordination and program support.