Join us as Manufacturing Engineering Lead – Industrialisation (Aircraft) to help us to achieve our mission of pioneering electric aviation.
What success will look like for you as the Manufacturing Engineering Lead- Industrialisation (Aircraft)?
As the Manufacturing Engineering Lead- Industrialisation (Aircraft), you will lead the development and implementation of the manufacturing processes for the large-scale production of our VX4 aircraft.
This role will serve as the lead when defining the manufacturing processes for the assembly of our prototype and production aircraft. In this role you will:
1. Take responsibility for the establishment of the assembly concepts, sequences and detailed process flows for every stage of the assembly sequence.
2. Produce all of the documentation required by the production team, including work instructions and process documents.
3. Establish PFMEAs and Quality Control Plans, ensuring risks are mitigated and control points are implemented within the manufacturing process.
4. Design and optimise the production line to achieve the production requirements and build volumes.
5. Develop and maintain accurate and up-to-date Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOMs), Bill of Sequences (BOS) and Bill of Processes (BOP). Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials and components.
6. Establish and implement DFx and sign-off processes to ensure manufacturability and maintainability of the final product.
7. Work to test and refine manufacturing processes, identify and resolve potential issues, and gather data for process optimisation.
8. Work with the wider manufacturing engineering teams to define the necessary systems and tooling required to execute the manufacturing processes.
9. Work with Quality and other cross-functional teams to establish all of the processes and systems needed to achieve our Production Organisation Approval (POA).
10. Manage and resolve complex technical issues related to manufacturing and product feasibility.
11. Work closely with the design and manufacturing teams and suppliers to ensure that all necessary requirements are implemented in the systems.
12. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, standards, and certifications related to battery manufacturing and aerospace quality management.
13. Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and performance enhancement, leading initiatives to drive continuous improvement.
What we would like you to bring?
We seek a unique individual, who can integrate into a fast-paced and highly adaptive environment.
1. Will ideally have a strong background in high volume final assembly and lean manufacturing principles with relevant experience in new product introduction (NPI).
2. Experience in manufacturing process development, assembly concepts, and assembly sequencing required to efficiently deliver high-rate production.
3. Experience in automotive, aerospace or other associated industries is desired.
4. You are a team player and great communicator at all levels of the organisation.
5. A career background in aerospace or automotive manufacturing engineering or advanced manufacturing would be particularly advantageous, together with an interest in green technology and/or aviation.
6. Degree or suitable experience in a relevant engineering discipline.
7. Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.
8. Proven manufacturing engineering experience in taking a product from prototype through to volume production (NPI).
9. Expertise in manufacturing engineering and production systems, ideally within the aerospace or automotive industry.
10. Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and certifications related to aerospace manufacturing and quality management systems is desirable.
11. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams, external suppliers, and stakeholders.
12. Analytical mindset, with a data-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
13. Ability to thrive in a dynamic startup environment with a high degree of ambiguity and uncertainty, and a willingness to roll up sleeves and get things done.
14. IT skills and experience of 3DX would be a benefit.
Our benefits
Our people matter - we're not going anywhere without them. Which is why our company benefits go beyond the essentials.
* 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday.
* 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell).
* 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership.
* Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits.
* Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service (Help@Hand).
* Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee.
* Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it.
* Breakfast on us, every day.
We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility.
Disclaimer Statement
We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.
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