Heart Aerospace
Manufacturing Engineer
Los Angeles, CAFrom $176kmidAdded 2 days ago
About this role
Heart Aerospace seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to lead production development for the ES-30 hybrid-electric aircraft, scaling complex components from prototype to full manufacturing capability. You'll own process optimization across multiple subsystems while collaborating with design, technicians, and supply chain partners in a fast-paced aerospace environment.
What you'll do
- Design and implement scalable manufacturing processes for aircraft structures, propulsion systems, avionics, and battery subsystems
- Develop and optimize workflows to improve build efficiency, quality, and repeatability
- Identify and resolve production bottlenecks using root cause analysis and continuous improvement techniques
- Design and specify custom tooling, fixtures, and equipment for manufacturing operations
- Lead hands-on builds and support transition from prototype to production rate
- Collaborate with design engineers and supply chain partners on manufacturability and scalability
What they're looking for
- Manufacturing process development and optimization
- Root cause analysis and continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma)
- Tooling and fixture design
- Aerospace or advanced manufacturing experience
- CAD and manufacturing software proficiency
- Project management and cross-functional collaboration
- Quality and repeatability focus
- Problem-solving in fast-paced environments
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