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Industrial Engineer

Greensboro, NC

What is JetZero? 

Today’s aircraft contribute around 4% of global CO2 emissions, equivalent to the emissions of 200 million cars. This is only going to increase: Air travel is forecasted to double by 2050, while meaningful efficiency gains using current airplanes have hit a wall. 

JetZero is developing a blended-wing body (BWB) aircraft. It uses up to 50% less fuel and will be built to accommodate zero-emission hydrogen propulsion. JetZero is the inevitable solution to sustainable air travel. 

The JetZero team 

We are experienced aerospace professionals and engineers, excited about the future. That future will only be possible if we share our vision and what it means to people’s lives: carbon-free flight that' is better for both passengers and airlines around the world. 

We are seeking an Industrial Engineer to join our team and revolutionize the role of manufacturing planning within the aviation industry. This role will focus on collaborating within a manufacturing integrated product team to develop innovative solutions, resolving potential production issues with critical thought and data-backed estimates. Industrial Engineers will be responsible for developing the tools and analysis that allow for optimal scheduling, facility layouts, ergonomics, producibility, equipment capacity, and staffing so that our future manufacturing efforts can thrive. 

What You’ll Do: 

  • Perform advanced data analysis to extract actionable insights, identify emerging trends, and generate accurate requirement forecasts, facilitating data-driven decision-making for production planning.
  • Determine optimal production intervals to align with resource availability and expected demand forecasting.
  • Use master production scheduling tools to design cost center timespans that minimize waste and scale rate tooling appropriately.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to eliminate unnecessary movement and optimize the designs of work orders within cost centers.
  • Conduct ergonomics studies to improve worker safety and efficiency.
  • Analyze product flow to identify process and equipment bottlenecks and develop solutions to improve efficiency.
  • Create detailed 2D and 3D factory layouts to optimize production facility design for product flow, parts distribution, and power distribution.
  • Develop manufacturing requirements for A&E to ensure alignment with project specifications, operational efficiency, and production scalability.
  • Utilize or collaborate with discrete event simulation tools to validate manufacturing planning, perform capacity optimization, and conduct scenario tests to evaluate the impacts of potential process changes or improvements.
  • Refine manufacturing requirements for Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platforms and help set up their eventual deployment.
  • Design and implement data workflow processes for real-time production analysis and decision-making.
  • Establish and execute dynamic production scheduling to improve flexibility and responsiveness in production operations.
  • Design and implement digital tools to streamline workflows, improving efficiency and reducing manual effort for revision cycles.
  • Collaborate with external vendors to determine optimal production strategies, ensure alignment with manufacturing requirements, and address capacity or quality concerns proactively. 

What You Bring: 

  • A bachelor’s or master’s degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, data science, or a related field, with a minimum of 5-years of experience in industrial engineering operations for manufacturing, preferably within the aerospace industry; experience in early-stage manufacturing program development is highly desirable.
  • Experience in developing or collaboratively integrating discrete event simulation, 3D factory layout, or ergonomic simulation tools into manufacturing planning processes.
  • Practical experience in designing and optimizing greenfield factory layouts, including the integration of space planning, workflow analysis, and resource allocation to enhance manufacturing efficiency.  
  • Strong technical expertise in lean manufacturing principles, with a comprehensive understanding of efficiency methodologies such as Six Sigma, the Toyota Production System (TPS), and other continuous improvement frameworks.
  • Proven experience in data analytics, trend analysis, and forecasting, with a strong focus on developing and optimizing production schedules to meet business objectives and operational demands.  
  • Strong knowledge of enterprise applications such as PLM, ERP, and MES. 

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have) 

  • 1-2 years of leadership experience either in management or as a technical team leader
  • 1-2 years of new manufacturing program development or capture experience 
  • Familiarity and use of Siemens Suite of Manufacturing tools, specifically TeamCenter, Process Simulate, and Plant Simulation
  • Extensive Excel, VBA, or Python experience is desirable. 

Compensation:  

Our compensation package is a blend of base salary and equity options for eligible employees. The base salary is one part of a broader compensation package and is determined within a set range. These ranges are based on local labor market benchmarks for each role, level, and location. The expected salary range is between $110,000 and $140,000.

Benefits  

  • Unlimited PTO 
  • 10 paid holidays 
  • 401(k) 
  • Medical, Dental, Life health insurance  
  • Disability Insurance 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Equity tax advisory services 
  • Supportive work culture  

The Interview Process  

We want our interview process to be a true reflection of our culture: transparent and collaborative. Throughout the interview process, your recruiter will guide you through the next steps and ensure you feel prepared every step of the way.  

  • Our First Chat: During this first conversation, you’ll meet with a recruiter or hiring team member to chat through your background, what you could bring to our team, what you are looking for in your next role, and who we are.  
  • The Hiring Manager Interview: You will meet with your potential future boss to really dive into the role, the team, expectations, and what success means at JetZero. This is your chance to really nerd out with someone in your field.  
  • Optional – Take Home Exercise: Our assessments seek to test the hard skills required to do the job. Your recruiter will inform you of which assessment you will be assigned and ensure you are fully prepared for your big day.  
  • The Panel: Learn more about the team, responsibilities, and workflows. You should be prepared to speak about past projects, how you collaborate and communicate with others, and how you live our values. Depending on the team and role you are interviewing for, you may meet with several teammates as well as cross-functional partners.  
  • The Executive Review: A chance to meet an executive and view JetZero from a different lens. Be prepared to ask well-thought-out questions about the company, culture, and more. 

JetZero does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. 

At JetZero, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment & do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws, ordinance, or regulation.

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