Aerospace Manufacturing Systems Lead: ERP/MES Expert

PDS Tech, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401K plan

Commuter benefits

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial in Dallas, TX seeks a Manufacturing Systems Specialist to partner with a leader in aerospace manufacturing. The role focuses on ERP/MES/OPM systems, Solumina, data governance, and manufacturing process optimization in a fast-paced environment.

You will independently configure, implement, maintain, and upgrade ERP and MES/OPM applications, leading technical initiatives and delivering training and documentation to end users.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering/Technology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or Quality, OR 8 years with a Master's degree.
• 5 years of experience with Solumina or similar ERP, MES/OPM platforms.
• Project Management experience.
• Previous Aerospace industry experience.
• Manufacturing Technical Support experience.
• Ability to serve as an SME for ERP, MES/OPM, and integrated software applications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and MS Project.
• Working knowledge of Lean principles, manufacturing, design, and quality engineering processes.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated, independent, and team-oriented with the ability to work effectively across technical and business teams.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Define and validate system requirements, interfaces, integrations, and business process documentation.
• Lead software implementations, upgrades, enhancements, and acceptance testing.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for ERP, MES/OPM, Solumina, and related integrated applications.
• Provide manufacturing technical support, troubleshoot issues, and assist end users.
• Develop user manuals, training materials, and deliver system training.
• Lead data management, data mining, and governance activities.
• Identify and recommend best practices for Manufacturing and Quality systems.
• Apply Lean methodologies to improve efficiency and streamline business processes.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and technical teams to deliver effective system solutions.
• Ensure system security and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Manage project priorities, timelines, and resources while providing technical direction to team members.

Skills

Project Management

Aerospace industry

ERP/MES SME

Lean practices

Communication

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering/Technology

Tools

Solumina

ERP

MES/OPM

MS Project

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Visio

Job description

PDS Tech Commercial in Dallas, TX seeks a Manufacturing Systems Specialist to partner with a leader in aerospace manufacturing. The role focuses on ERP/MES/OPM systems, Solumina, data governance, and manufacturing process optimization in a fast-paced environment.

You will independently configure, implement, maintain, and upgrade ERP and MES/OPM applications, leading technical initiatives and delivering training and documentation to end users.