Industrial Engineer

Griffon Aerospace

Madison (AL)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Griffon Aerospace is looking for a detail-oriented Industrial Engineer to join their team in Madison, Alabama. This role involves designing layouts, optimizing processes, and collaborating across departments in high-rate aerospace manufacturing.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering and 1 to 5 years of manufacturing experience. Joining Griffon means being part of a pivotal team shaping the future of unmanned aerial systems.

Qualifications

1 to 5 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment.
Exceptional junior candidates with internship/co-op experience may be considered.
Experience with implementing automation or robotic systems in production.

Responsibilities

Design comprehensive plant floor layouts for new production lines.
Analyze material handling paths and WIP buffers to eliminate bottlenecks.
Work closely with Production, Quality, and Facilities teams.
Lead layout changes, coordinating with vendors and contractors.
Collaborate with production employees and management.

Skills

Time studies

Value stream mapping

Statistical analysis

Strong communication skills

Passion for manufacturing technologies

Interest in UAS

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or related field

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.

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