Description:
What you’ll do:
• Lead a team of manufacturing engineers responsible for Final Assembly and development and optimization of build sequencing to align with system installations, component alignments, and certification-driven inspections.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with design, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to resolve fit, alignment, and system-integration challenges quickly and effectively.
• Oversee the creation of detailed work instructions, quality checkpoints, and fixture/tooling requirements to ensure consistency across shifts and builds.
• Serve as the technical authority for the Final Assembly Integrated Product Team, ensuring processes are robust, repeatable, and ready for certification and production ramp.
• Provide technical leadership for Final Assembly build operations, including structure integration, system installations, component alignment, and overall aircraft build sequencing, while simultaneously collaborating with Fuselage and Wing Integrated Product Teams.
What you need:
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, with a proven track record in final assembly for prototypes or experimental programs (EVTOL, rotorcraft, or other emerging aircraft strongly preferred)
• Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary manufacturing teams in fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency in CAD (e.g., CATIA, NX) and familiarity with PLM/MES systems
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to manage complex integration challenges under tight deadlines.
• Deep understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and general aircraft assembly requirements, including regulatory (FAA) considerations.
Bonus Qualifications:
• NX Experience
• Teamcenter Experience
• SAP Experience
• Part 23 Certification Experience
• eVTOL or Advanced Air Mobility Experience
Job Location:
Santa Clara, CA
Rate:
$175K
Duration:
Permanent
Start Date:
ASAP
Input Date:
09/23/2025
Firm Name:
JOHNSON SERVICE GROUP
Attention:
Tim Hurst
Address:
1000 PARKWOOD CIR SE STE 800
City, State:
ATLANTA, GA 30339-6627
Phone:
770/988-0005
800 Phone:
800/841-0927
Fax Phone:
770/988-8361
Email:thurst@jsginc.com Website:www.jsginc.com
