Associate Manufacturing Engineer, Fuselage Cockpit Assembly
About the role
The Associate Manufacturing Engineer will support the fuselage cockpit assembly Flight Test Vehicle (FTV) builds of the Phantom 3500. They will also assist in preparing for low-rate initial production (LRIP) and full rate production (FRP) at the Final Assembly Integration and Test (FAIT) Facility in Jacksonville, Florida.
Responsibilities
- Complete 3DX training and learn how to create an MBOM, BOP, and create work instructions
- Complete composite bonder training and fabricate composite parts to support manufacturing trials
- Aid in developing and executing plans for manufacturing trials
- Learn and execute design for manufacturability (DFM), producibility analysis, and manufacturing trade studies to determine cost-effective solutions to complex manufacturing technical objectives using a variety of data and analysis techniques
- Identify, report, and resolve potential safety and quality hazards/risks
- Work through a disciplined approach in initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing tasks and projects to achieve specific goals aligned to program/IPT success criteria
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Engineering or Engineering Technologies
- Experience: 0-2 years in aerospace or related manufacturing industry experience
- Skills: Proficiency in MS Office tools, some experience with 3D modeling-CATIA 3DX or V5/V6, and Delmia preferred; ability to interpret engineering drawings, test plans, and technical procedures; strong mechanical aptitude; excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; effective communication and interpersonal skills; continuous learning mindset
Qualifications
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Make prompt, informed, and value-based decisions for the project
- Organization: Focus on agenda, schedules, frameworks, and methodologies, as well as communicating tasks, updates, progress, and blockers
- Self-Motivation: A high level of commitment and motivation to see tasks through from start to finish
- Teamwork and Team Building: Establish a collaborative culture where people with unique personalities and skills happily work together and accountable to shared goals
- Strong Business Communication: Use the right language, tone, and storytelling techniques when communicating, describing, or explaining issues over email, chat, reports, presentations, and other forms and channels of communication
Where You'll Be
This role is hybrid on-site at our facility at Meacham Airport in Ft Worth, TX until mid/late 2026, at which time it will transition to full onsite in Jacksonville, FL.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) opportunities
- Paid short term disability
- Voluntary long-term disability
- Additional term life
- 15 paid days off
- 13 paid company holidays
- Paid sick leave
Benefits
Depending on seniority and role, some roles qualify for potential bonuses and stock options.
Company Information
OTTO is developing the world's first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through the innovative use of advanced super-laminar aerodynamics and high-precision, net-shaped composites. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate a dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Otto Aerospace is designing world-class aircraft from first principles physics and delivering ground-breaking aircraft and economic performance.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our hiring process. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We believe that a diverse team brings fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and greater success. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become.