Methods Engineeer

GetHired, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contribution

HSA

Vision premiums

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance

EAP

Financial consultations

Job summary

Comlux America in Indianapolis, IN, seeks a seasoned Methods Engineer to bridge Engineering and Production, translating designs into efficient, repeatable manufacturing processes for VIP aircraft completions and maintenance.

The role emphasizes developing routings, labor standards, tooling concepts, and continuous improvement while ensuring FAA compliance and top quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing engineering or production engineering experience.
• Experience in aerospace, aviation, or complex manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Experience developing manufacturing processes, routings, or standard work documentation.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments and Lean principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing methods, work instructions, routings, and process documentation for aircraft completions and modification programs.
• Translate engineering drawings into efficient manufacturing processes for production teams.
• Create and maintain Bills of Process (BOP), labor standards, and work instructions.
• Collaborate with Engineering to ensure manufacturability and serviceability of designs.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, standard work, and visual management.
• Develop tooling concepts and manufacturing aids to improve quality and efficiency.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Industrial engineering

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Time studies

Workflow optimization

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ERP

MES

CAD

Job description

About Comlux America

Comlux America is a world-class VIP aircraftcompletion and refurbishment center located in Indianapolis, Indiana. Thecompany designs, engineers, and installs custom luxury interiors and advancedaircraft systems for airliner-derivative business jets. Comlux also offersscheduled and unscheduled maintenance services.Specializing in highly customized aircraft, Comlux transforms aircraftinto personalized flying environments that reflect exceptional craftsmanship, precisionengineering, and uncompromising safety.

Role Description

The Methods Engineer is responsible fordeveloping, documenting, and continuously improving the manufacturing methods,work instructions, tooling strategies, and production processes used to supportVIP aircraft completions, modifications, and maintenance activities. This roleserves as the bridge between Engineering and Production by translatingengineering designs into efficient, standardized, and repeatable manufacturingprocesses that support safety, quality, schedule performance, and costobjectives.

Working closely with Engineering, Production,Planning, Procurement, Quality, and Continuous Improvement, the Methods Engineer develops manufacturing routings, production documentation, labor standards, and process improvements that optimize workflow while ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, company procedures, and customer requirements.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing methods, work instructions, routings, and process documentation supporting aircraft completions and modification programs.
• Translate engineering drawings, specifications, and design changes into efficient manufacturing processes for production teams.
• Develop manufacturing sequences that improve productivity while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Create and maintain Bills of Process (BOP), manufacturing routings, labor standards, and work instructions.
• Evaluate manufacturing methods and identify opportunities to reduce production lead time, labor hours, waste, and rework.
• Collaborate with Engineering to ensure new product designs are manufacturable, serviceable, and support efficient aircraft installation.
• Partner with Planning and Production to improve workflow, material flow, and production sequencing.
• Develop tooling concepts, fixtures, templates, and manufacturing aids that improve quality, repeatability, and technician efficiency.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by developing production methods prior to aircraft arrival.
• Analyze production issues and develop permanent corrective actions that improve manufacturing consistency.
• Participate in root cause investigations involving quality escapes, production delays, or manufacturing discrepancies.
• Support Continuous Improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles, standard work, visual management, and process optimization techniques.
• Develop and maintain standard labor estimates and support estimating activities for new customer proposals when required.
• Review engineering changes and determine production impact, labor requirements, tooling needs, and implementation strategy.
• Ensure manufacturing documentation complies with FAA regulations, Repair Station Quality Manual (RSQM), Internal Operating Procedures (IOPs), and company quality standards.
• Provide technical support to Production Supervisors, Leads, and technicians during aircraft completion activities.
• Support implementation of ERP, MES, and digital manufacturing initiatives.
• Prepare reports, process documentation, manufacturing standards, and presentations for operational leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Education andExperience

• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and directly related manufacturing experience may be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturingengineering, industrial engineering, methods engineering, or productionengineering experience.
• Experience supporting aerospace, aviation, automotive, defense, or other complex manufacturing environments preferred.
• Experience developing manufacturing processes, routings, work instructions, or standard work documentation.
• Experience supporting production operations in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing methods, process engineering, and production operations.
• Experience developing work instructions, manufacturing routings, Bills of Process (BOP), and standard operating procedures.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Understanding of production planning, workflow optimization, and capacity planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skillswith the ability to identify process improvements.
• Experience conducting time studies, labor analysis, and productivity assessments.
• Knowledge of tooling design, manufacturing fixtures, and production support equipment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across Engineering, Planning, Production, Procurement, and Quality organizations.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with ERP, MRP, or manufacturing execution systems (MES) preferred.
• Knowledge of FAA Part 145, Part 25, AS9100, or aerospace manufacturing standards preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Why join us?

Your success is our success. We provide a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package that supports you and your family.

• 401(k) with company annual contributionequal to 3% of eligible compensation
• Company-sponsored HSA
• 100% company-paid vision premiums
• Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, and EAPbenefits
• Free financial consultations and guidance

EEO Statement

Comlux is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.