Industrial Engineer

griffonaerospace; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffon Aerospace in Madison, Alabama is seeking an entry- to mid-level Industrial Engineer to design and refine high-rate UAS manufacturing layouts. You will optimize floor plans, analyze material flows, and drive improvements that scale with rapid growth.

The role requires a bachelor's in industrial/manufacturing engineering and 1–5 years in manufacturing, with strong skills in time studies, value stream mapping, and statistics. Join a team developing advanced unmanned aerial systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or closely related technical field.
• 1–5 years of professional manufacturing experience.
• Strong command of time studies, value stream mapping, and statistical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design plant floor layouts for new production lines and optimize existing footprints.
• Analyze material handling paths and WIP buffers to eliminate bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Facilities to meet production rates and growth.
• Lead layout changes and coordinate with vendors and contractors to minimize disruption.
• Work with production teams to ensure project success.

Skills

Time studies

Value stream mapping

Statistical analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Automation experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or manufacturing engineering

Job description

Company Overview

Griffon Aerospace is a trusted aerospace solutions provider based in Madison, Alabama, specializing in the design, development, and operation of advanced unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Since 1995, we have delivered over 12,000 unmanned air vehicles to the Department of Defense, allied nations, and commercial customers. We pride ourselves on being a lion-hearted partner, designing, building, and flying the most capable and intelligent aerial systems that give our servicemen an unfair advantage wherever they fly.

Position Summary

We are seeking a high-energy, detail-oriented Industrial Engineer to join our manufacturing team. This role is specifically designed for a talented professional early in their career who is passionate about high-rate aerospace manufacturing. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and refining unmanned aerial system manufacturing layouts that maximize throughput, minimize waste, and scale with our rapid production growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Systematic Layout Planning (SLP): Design comprehensive plant floor layouts for new production lines and optimize existing footprints to support high-volume manufacturing.
• Flow Optimization: Analyze material handling paths and WIP (Work-In-Process) buffers to eliminate bottlenecks and reduce non-value-added time.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Production, Quality, and Facilities teams to ensure layouts meet production rates and create room for future growth.
• Project Management: Lead the layout changes, coordinating with vendors and internal contractors to ensure minimal disruption to active production.
• Production Collaboration: Collaborate with production employees and management to ensure implemented projects are successful.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related technical field.
• 1 to 5 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment (internship/co-op experience considered for exceptional junior candidates).
• Strong command of time studies, value stream mapping, and statistical analysis.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Strong communication skills to present technical layout concepts to executive leadership and floor operators alike.
• Passion for modern manufacturing technologies and automation.
• Interest in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).
• Experience with implementing automation or robotic systems in production.
• Self-motivated

Why Join Griffon Aerospace?

At Griffon Aerospace, you'll be part of a team developing next generation unmanned aerial systems for national defense. You'll gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your contributions directly impact critical defense capabilities. We offer opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work on innovative projects that make a difference.

JOB LOCATION

• Madison, Alabama, United States

POSITION TYPE

• Full-Time/Regular/Salary

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary/Comprehensive Benefits Package

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED

• Yes

ABILITY TO OBTAIN SECURITY CLEARANCE

• Yes