5+ years in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Data Analytics
Experience with ERP, MES, PLM, and manufacturing data systems
Advanced proficiency in SQL and Power BI
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary MES owner, managing user feedback and prioritizing enhancements
Develop and enhance the manufacturing execution system (MES)
Create solutions to simplify MES usage and improve integration
Partner with teams to identify friction points in the MES
Drive continual process improvement activities
Analyze production workflows and equipment performance for optimization
Coach teams on data-driven decision making
Benefits
Join a team of best-in-class engineers
Equity ownership in the company
Comprehensive health benefits including mental health support
401(k) plan with company match
Flexible PTO and parental leave
Weekly lunch stipend and complimentary snacks
Monthly social hour with food and drinks
Full Job Description
Operations Engineer (Mid to Senior)
Department: Manufacturing Engineering
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Hawthorne, California
Compensation: $120,000 - $200,000 / year
Description
We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Operations Engineer (Mid to Senior) to join our dynamic team. The role involves ensuring that our manufacturing facility is meeting the highest standards of Quality and Reliability. The Operations Engineer will be key in rolling out the manufacturing executions system (MES) and making improvements to make the process easier for all departments within operations. This role will report to the Director of Quality & Reliability.
What you'll do:
Serve as the primary MES owner for the facility: manage user feedback, prioritize enhancements, update work instructions/SOPs, and train teams to increase system adoption and data accuracy
Develop, maintain, and enhance the manufacturing execution system (MES), including leading the site-wide rollout, configuration, and user adoption
Create solutions and system enhancements that simplify MES usage and improve integration with existing Operations processes
Partner with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, engineering, and leadership teams to identify friction points in the MES and prioritize improvements
Drive continual process improvement activities focused on MES-enabled workflows
Analyze production workflows, labor utilization, equipment performance, and material flow to identify opportunities for optimization
Build organizational capability by coaching teams on data-driven decision making and continuous improvement principles
What you'll bring:
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a science, technology, engineering, math (STEM) field.
5+ years of experience in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Data Analytics role.
Experience with ERP, MES, PLM, and manufacturing data systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Manufacturo or other MES rollouts
Advanced proficiency in SQL, Power BI, and data visualization best practices
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and resolve quality issues
Ability to simplify complex data and communicate insights to all organizational levels
Experience in aerospace, space, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries
Experience using statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
Experience using process improvement methodologies and tools such as Six Sigma, Lean, FMEA, and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Benefits and Perks
Join a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
Equity ownership in the company
Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support
401(k) plan with company match
Flexible PTO and parental leave
Weekly lunch stipend, plus complimentary snacks and beverages on-site
Once a month social hour on-site with food and drinks
