Drone Process Engineer — Lean, Automation, Equity

Unusual Machines; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 96,432,000 - 110,208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

401(k)

Unlimited PTO

Paid Holidays

Daily Catered Lunches

Job summary

Unusual Machines in Orlando, FL is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing of high-performance drone components. You will work on the floor with operators and engineers to improve throughput, quality, and uptime while scaling operations for enterprise and defense applications.

The role requires a data-driven problem solver with Lean/Six Sigma experience, capable of creating SOPs and supporting NPI and automation initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and manufacturing data analysis.
• Experience creating SOPs and standardized work instructions.
• Previous experience working on 3rd shift is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for drone components and assemblies.
• Analyze workflows to improve throughput, yield, and cycle times.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues on the floor.
• Lead Lean continuous improvement initiatives.
• Create and maintain SOPs, process flows, and docs.
• Balance and validate production lines with teams.
• Monitor KPIs: scrap, downtime, OEE, first-pass yield.
• Support NPI and scale-up activities.
• Collaborate across Quality, Supply Chain, Production, Engineering.
• Identify automation and poka-yoke opportunities.
• Train operators and technicians on new processes.
• Implement semi-automated/automated equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical problem-solving

Reading drawings

Communication

Excel

Standardized work instructions

3rd shift experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP/MES systems

Job description

Unusual Machines in Orlando, FL is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing of high-performance drone components. You will work on the floor with operators and engineers to improve throughput, quality, and uptime while scaling operations for enterprise and defense applications.

The role requires a data-driven problem solver with Lean/Six Sigma experience, capable of creating SOPs and supporting NPI and automation initiatives in a fast-paced environment.