Manufacturing Engineering Lead

As an aircraft manufacturer, industrialist, industrial service provider, and logistician, Daher has approximately 14,500 employees and achieved a revenue of 1.9 billion euros in 2025. With family ownership and a focus on innovation since 1863, Daher operates in 15 countries across Europe, North America, and Asia, delivering value-added solutions for aeronautical and industrial customers. The new Final Assembly Line (FAL) in Stuart, Florida expands Daher’s aircraft manufacturing footprint in North America, supporting the assembly and delivery of the industry-leading TBM aircraft.

About the role

The Manufacturing Engineering Lead (Senior Manufacturing Engineer) will lead the Final Assembly Line technical support team in Stuart, Florida. This role blends technical expertise with organizational leadership to ensure compliance with type-design requirements while driving product manufacturability and production efficiency. The position maintains close collaboration with the "Master" Final Assembly Line (FAL) in France. Ability to travel for up to 3 months in Europe during the transfer phase is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 4 to 8 engineers and technicians supporting the Final Assembly Line for Daher’s general aviation aircraft (TBM, KODIAK), including coaching, priority setting, and performance management.
• Drive technology transfer from the Master FAL in Tarbes, France, to Stuart, including participation in structured training and industrial readiness for ramp-up.
• Troubleshoot production issues, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions in coordination with HQ Engineering in France.
• Ensure type-design changes are integrated into manufacturing plans, work instructions, and mBOMs, maintaining full compliance with configuration management processes.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing methods, including mBOMs, routings, procedures, work instructions, station layout, tooling, systems installation, and final assembly processes.
• Identify and implement Lean/Six Sigma improvements targeting cost, quality, and throughput to support industrial maturity and production stability.
• Review, analyze, and validate design change requests from production teams for feasibility, cost impact, and technical justification.
• Evaluate, test, and select production equipment, tools, and materials in collaboration with the tooling, production, and purchasing teams.
• Prepare cost estimates for quotations and make-or-buy decisions.
• Develop and maintain detailed work instructions, manufacturing procedures, and inspection plans in partnership with Quality.
• Track and analyze manufacturing KPIs to drive data-driven decisions and continuous improvement.
• Participate in Material Review Board activities and risk analysis; define and document rework instructions.
• Train operators, assemblers, and new engineers on processes, equipment, and best practices.
• Collaborate with Design, Quality, Supply Chain, and suppliers to resolve non-conformities and improve supplier performance.
• Build ROI analyses and present recommendations for investments in equipment, processes, and productivity initiatives.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety and ergonomic standards across all Manufacturing Engineering processes, holding HSE responsibility for the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering with 10+ years of aerospace experience, or A&P mechanic with 20+ years’ experience on a Final Assembly Line, including 5+ years as a manager.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft assembly processes.
• Proficiency in mBOM/eBOM reconciliation using PLM systems (TeamCenter preferred).
• Experience creating and maintaining mBOM and routings in ERP (SAP preferred).
• Demonstrated success in Lean manufacturing implementation and production line balancing.
• Ability to develop comprehensive manufacturing documentation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project leadership skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication across all organizational levels and with suppliers.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Capable of prioritizing and managing multiple projects independently.
• Willingness to travel for up to 3 months in Europe during the transfer phase.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The role requires regular sitting, occasional standing/walking, and reaching with hands and arms. The employee must regularly talk or hear and lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, with the ability to adjust focus. Exposure to manufacturing areas requires personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, shoes, and hearing protection.

Pay

The compensation range is $125,000 to $145,000 in base salary plus an annual target bonus. The salary offer considers the scope of the position, candidate experience, skills, and current market conditions.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays