Staff Engineer, Digital Factory Lead (R5265)
Core
Lead the creation of an AI-native digital manufacturing ecosystem for autonomous aircraft production, integrating software, data, and automation to transform factory operations.
Role type
Staff Engineer, Digital Factory Lead
Builds
AI-enabled manufacturing solutions, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), connected factory infrastructure, and digital factory roadmaps
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing, Defense technology, Industry 4.0, Industrial automation
Required skills
Digital manufacturing strategy, MES implementation, Industrial automation, Factory data systems, Cross-functional leadership, AI roadmap execution
Preferred skills
Aerospace/defense manufacturing, Greenfield factory launches, AI/ML in operations, AS9100 knowledge
Technologies
MES, ERP, PLM, QMS, PLCs, Sensors, Machine vision, Digital twins
Responsibilities
Develop and execute AI Manufacturing and Digital Factory roadmaps; Lead MES deployment and integration with factory systems; Define connected factory architecture for equipment and sensors; Drive automation initiatives across production and inspection; Establish digital threads connecting engineering, production, and supply chain.
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with strategic scope