Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Platform Aerospace
Job overview
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Platform Aerospace leads manufacturing and industrial teams to improve production processes, enhance quality, and support product scale-up in aerospace manufacturing.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves analyzing and improving manufacturing processes, developing tooling and fixtures, leading teams, collaborating with planning and quality teams, troubleshooting production issues, and driving continuous improvement using lean and Six Sigma methods.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering related to manufacturing or aerospace, 5 years of production engineering experience in aircraft manufacturing, proficiency in CAD and ERP systems, and strong leadership and problem-solving skills; preferred qualifications include aerospace program exposure, AS9100 knowledge, and Lean Six Sigma certification.
Company overview
Platform Aerospace is a leading aerospace company specializing in the design, engineering, and modification of aircraft and unmanned aerial systems. They generate revenue through contracts with government agencies, defense contractors, and commercial clients by providing innovative solutions and services in rapid aircraft prototyping, flight testing, and system integration. Established with a strong focus on delivering cutting-edge aerospace technology, Platform Aerospace has a rich history of collaboration with the U.S. Department of Defense and other key industry players, positioning itself as a trusted partner in advancing aviation capabilities.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize leadership experience in manufacturing engineering, particularly in process improvements, tooling design, and production scale-up within aerospace or aircraft manufacturing.
Highlight your proficiency with CAD software, ERP systems like Deltek CostPoint and TipQA, and your hands-on experience with DFM/DFA principles and New Product Introduction (NPI).
Apply through multiple channels such as Platform Aerospace’s corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and other aerospace job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current manufacturing or production engineering professionals at Platform Aerospace on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent company projects, asking about the team culture, or seeking advice on succeeding in this role.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'manufacturing process improvements,' 'tooling and fixture design,' 'DFM/DFA,' 'New Product Introduction,' 'Lean Six Sigma,' and specific software names to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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