Production Engineer - Scale & Improve Marine Manufacturing

Ocean Aero Inc; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Ocean Aero Inc in Gulfport, MS, is seeking a Production Engineer to bridge Engineering and Production teams, shaping repeatable manufacturing processes for the Triton platform. You will analyze methods, develop SOPs, and drive improvements to reduce risk and costs, while ensuring quality and throughput.

You will collaborate across Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Production to scale production, cut waste, and deliver robust systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university.
• Strong technical aptitude with ability to understand mechanical, electrical, and software-driven systems.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to identify issues, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate technical information across teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Self-motivated with ability to take initiative, work independently, and drive tasks to completion.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, production, quality, and management personnel.
• Ability to travel occasionally, as required.
• Possess a TWIC or ability to obtain one; valid driver license and insurance.
• Ability to obtain DoD Security Clearance and pass screenings.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Develop, document, and implement repeatable manufacturing processes that support safe, efficient, and high-quality production.
• Serve as a technical liaison between Product Engineering and Production Technicians to ensure designs are manufacturable and transitioned into production.
• Lead development, maintenance, and revision of manufacturing work instructions, SOPs, and production documentation.
• Support design, implementation, and validation of process improvements, tooling, fixtures, and automation solutions.
• Conduct time studies, workflow analyses, and process simulations to improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, tooling, and production processes to maintain efficiency.
• Collaborate with Quality to develop inspection criteria and testing procedures for reliability.
• Collect, analyze, and report production, quality, and performance data for decisions.
• Participate in root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Support engineering with manufacturing feedback and production readiness activities.
• Provide day-to-day technical support to production and fabrication technicians.
• Assist in production planning, process validation, and new product introduction activities.
• Support safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement across manufacturing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

TWIC credential

Driver's license

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Ocean Aero Inc in Gulfport, MS, is seeking a Production Engineer to bridge Engineering and Production teams, shaping repeatable manufacturing processes for the Triton platform. You will analyze methods, develop SOPs, and drive improvements to reduce risk and costs, while ensuring quality and throughput.

You will collaborate across Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Production to scale production, cut waste, and deliver robust systems.