AeroVironment is hiring: Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor in Simi Valley

Summary

The Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor will oversee the daily operations of the manufacturing engineering team, ensuring the optimization of production processes, efficient use of resources and knowledge of how to apply automation strategically. The incumbent is a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of manufacturing processes.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of manufacturing engineers and technicians.
• Coordinate and assign tasks, ensuring timely completion of projects and adherence to quality standards.
• Generates and drives actions from Value Stream Maps to reduce cycle time, waste, variation, and low production yields.
• Develop, implement, and maintain manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain and adapt floor plans for current and future state growth plans.
• Develop plans for current and future company growth plans.
• Performs Design for Manufacturing, cost, and reliability analysis on new products with the design engineering team.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, issues, and areas for improvement (DMAIC).
• Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and facilitate professional development for team members.
• Determine methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate the activities of other personnel.
• Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with safety regulations, company policies as well as contractual requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor\'s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or similar field is required, with a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a management role, proven experience in a supervisory or a lead type role.
• Experience in manufacturing facilities within the aerospace industry.
• Experienced with electro-mechanical manufacturing, drawings, procedures and Bill of Materials is required.
• Strong work ethic, excellent use of discretion and judgment.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties.
• Experienced using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Access, Project), MiniTab, Oracle, Agile, and CAD programs (SolidWorks is preferred).
• Specific knowledge with aerospace sheet metal fabrication, plastics, composite layups, printed circuit board assembly, mechanical assembly, calibration and testing processes is desired.
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products.
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company.
• Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one\'s own interests.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant).
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent).

Special Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this role is $102,708 - $145,530.

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, role and associated responsibilities, a candidate\'s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR / EAR

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with ITAR and/or EAR. To comply, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR or be approved for an export license. A "U.S. person" means a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information, visit: aeroVironment benefits information.

We also encourage you to review our company website at aeroVironment.com to learn more about us.

About Us

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.