Manager, Industrial Engineering & Lean Transformation
AeroVironmentSimi Valley, CA · full time · Manager
$117,500 – $179,250
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What this role is
This role leads industrial engineering and Lean transformation efforts at a manufacturing facility, optimizing production systems and driving continuous improvement across operations. It suits experienced manufacturing leaders who excel at process optimization, team development, and implementing structured improvement methodologies in complex production environments.
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What they ask for
Required
- 8+ years experience in high-mix or low-volume manufacturing
- 3+ years leading manufacturing teams in product development
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
- Process simulation, time study, and data analytics proficiency
- Leadership and project management skills
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 50%
- U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or asylee/refugee status
Nice to have
- Experience with digital manufacturing initiatives and MES systems
- Familiarity with ITAR and export compliance requirements