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LeadFull-timeAI
Salary Range
$120,000 - $190,000 /year
About the Role
We are looking for a Senior Production Engineer to design high-efficiency manufacturing systems, material flow loops, and pilot cell layouts for aerospace or advanced hardware production. This role involves architecting end-to-end workflows from point-of-use material presentation to full-factory flow modeling to ensure takt compliance, ergonomic operations, and scalable production readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- →Map current-state flow including cycle/takt times, operator walk paths, WIP, supermarkets/kitting strategies, and replenishment loops
- →Produce detailed 2D layouts and 3D/VR models with utilities, rack placement, POUs, FIFO lanes, safety zones, and equipment footprints
- →Run capacity analysis, line balancing, buffer sizing, and kanban calculations
- →Define material presentation and packaging standards for mechanical/composite/electrical parts
- →Lead cross-functional layout design reviews with ME, IE, Quality, EHS, and Production teams
- →Run discrete-event simulations to test throughput, sensitivity, and bottlenecks
- →Write a Launch Layout & Flow Playbook including signage, floor markings, tugger routes, supermarket definitions, and build-station standards
- →Support physical installation and validate performance through time studies and spaghetti diagrams
Requirements
- ✓7+ years of experience in factory layout, industrial engineering, material flow design, or related AME functions
- ✓Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Systems, or related engineering field
- ✓Experience in prototype manufacturing in a startup or rapid-growth environment
- ✓Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including machining, composites, avionics and/or assembly
- ✓Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and adapt to changing priorities
- ✓Knowledge of quality standards such as AS9100 or ISO 9001
- ✓Familiarity with advanced manufacturing technologies such as additive manufacturing or automation systems
- ✓Strong project management skills including experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines
Benefits
- ★Bonus compensation
- ★Equity participation
- ★Temporary benefits package available after 60 days of employment
