Stratolaunch
Industrial Engineer
Mojave, CA
Sponsorship not specified$101k-$147kDetected 12 days ago
Data AnalysisData VisualizationExcelProcess ImprovementERPSolidWorksCATIACommunicationCollaborationMicrosoft OfficeProcess SimulationLean Manufacturing
About the role
- Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+.
- Our air-launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost-effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment.
- Reporting to the Manufacturing Engineering (ME) Manager, this position will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure that MES solutions and process improvements align with operational goals.
Responsibilities
- Support the integration of MES with existing manufacturing processes, ensuring accurate data capture and process alignment.
- Generate and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and MES user guides to support production teams.
- Provide day-to-day MES user support, troubleshooting, and basic training for operators and supervisors.
- Apply industrial engineering methods such as time studies, workflow analysis, and value stream mapping to optimize manufacturing operations.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, including lean manufacturing projects and kaizen events.
- Maintain regular communication with the ME Manager regarding MES progress, issues, and opportunities.
- Collaborate with quality, production, and IT teams to ensure MES solutions support quality and compliance requirements.
- Travel, as needed, to support MES rollouts and manufacturing operations at other sites.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of industrial engineering principles and manufacturing process optimization.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing, process mapping, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience generating and maintaining manufacturing documentation and work instructions.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing priorities.
- Experience designing and producing manufacturing documentation
- Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily.
- The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Experience supporting MES implementation, configuration, or user support in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficient in data analysis and reporting using Excel or similar tools.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work on your own initiative and prioritize tasking to fit within the business goals
Nice to have
- Experience with specific MES platforms.
- Experience with ERP/MES integration and shop floor automation.
- Lean Six Sigma certification or formal continuous improvement training.
- Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Familiarity with 3D CAD or process simulation tools.
- MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Required Computer Skills
- Preferred Computer Skills
Compensation
- Base salary and leveling are established on a case-by-case basis.
Benefits
- Healthcare ( medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs )
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- Tuition reimbursement
Visa & Work Authorization
- Citizenship may be required for some positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions
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