Manager, Industrial Engineering & Lean Transformation

AeroVironment

Base: $117,500 - $166,425; bonus/equity: not speci...
Lean six sigma green or black belt certification
8+ years in high-mix low-volume production
3+ years leading manufacturing teams
The role is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing systems while leading Lean transformation initiatives to drive value stream efficiency

Job Summary

  • The role is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing systems while leading Lean transformation initiatives to drive value stream efficiency.
  • Candidates must possess a minimum of 8 years of experience in complex production environments and 3 years of successfully leading manufacturing teams.
  • The position offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K matching, a 9/80 work schedule, and a paid holiday shutdown.

Matching Summary

The role is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing systems while leading Lean transformation initiatives to drive value stream efficiency.

Salary

Base: $117,500 - $166,425; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401K with matching, 9/80 schedule, paid holiday shutdown

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification
  • 8+ years in high-mix low-volume production
  • 3+ years leading manufacturing teams
  • Value stream mapping and bottleneck analysis
  • Capacity planning and line balancing expertise
  • Facility layout and ergonomics design
  • AS9100 ISO 9001 ITAR compliance knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Strong leadership and facilitation skills
  • Adaptability in fast-paced evolving environments
  • Strategic thinking with team alignment focus
  • Collaborative team-oriented mindset
  • Ownership-driven continuous learning culture

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 8 years related experience in high-mix low-volume production
  • Minimum 3 years leading manufacturing teams in product development
  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field
  • Lean Six Sigma certification (Green/Black Belt) strongly preferred
  • U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Asylee/Refugee status required
  • Access to ITAR controlled information requires U.S. person status

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee

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