Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Skyryse; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyryse is looking for a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to join their El Segundo team. This critical role involves ensuring quality and timely production in aerospace manufacturing, requiring strong coordination skills and expertise in manufacturing processes. Candidates should have extensive experience in the industry, alongside a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, to help optimize production and maintain high standards of safety.

Benefits

Valuable stock option plan

Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans

20 days of paid time off annually

5 sick days annually

Qualifications

• 8+ years working within a manufacturing environment in the Aerospace industry.
• Minimum experiences in standard machining operations including turning, milling, and grinding.

Responsibilities

• Review supplier and internal drawings for manufacturability.
• Develop effective inventory control strategies.
• Analyze and cost-justify suppliers and manufacturing methods.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD/CAM software

Knowledge of materials and NDT

Strong understanding of aviation regulations

Standard machining operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Our mission at Skyryse is nothing less than a new era in flight, where fatalities are nearly zero, piloting any aircraft is simple and safe, and the sky is accessible to all. SkyOS, our industry-first universal operating system for flight, provides any airplane or helicopter with a fly-by-wire flight management solution that significantly reduces the complexity of flying. Skyryse One, our first production aircraft powered by SkyOS, was unveiled in 2024 and features the simplest, safest, and most intuitive flight controls in general aviation.

LEAD MANUFACTURING ENGINEER - EL SEGUNDO, CA

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic aviation team. This role requires the ability to coordinate with other departments and outside suppliers to ensure that functional requirements are met on time, at the expected quality level and at the lowest costs. This includes working from engineering design documents, specifications, prototypes and/or change orders to determine process, supplier, equipment, tooling, materials, and methods of manufacture to produce quality products within cost and specification guidelines.

RESPONSIBILITIES::

• Review supplier and internal drawings for manufacturability and ease of installation
• Track and control inventory used during the build process
• Support non-conformance reduction and increase product yield
• Develop and implement effective inventory control strategies to optimize stock levels, minimize waste, and ensure the availability of essential components and materials
• Analyze and cost-justify various suppliers, tools, and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods
• Manage projects and execute to tight timelines while effectively communicating to stakeholders
• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years working within a manufacturing environment in the Aerospace industry
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software, and advanced manufacturing technologies
• Knowledge of materials, outside processes, NDT and specifications as related to precision aerospace components and systems
• Knowledge of design/drafting practices, geometric tolerancing, and proficiency in reading/understanding drawings, schematics, specifications
• Strong understanding of aviation regulations, quality standards, and safety protocols
• Minimum experiences in standard machining operations, including turning, milling, and grinding

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years working within a manufacturing environment in the Aerospace industry
• Experience with aerospace materials, composites, and specialized coatings used in aviation applications
• Previous experience working with aviation OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) or MROs (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) facilities

WHY SKYRYSE?

• The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility
• Valuable stock option plan
• Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans

Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually. PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.

• A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!

The base salary range is $160,000 - $190,000 USD a year. Your base salary will be determined on experience and the pay of employees in similar positions.

WE WELCOME ALL

Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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