Associate Manufacturing Engineer, Empennage
About Otto Aerospace
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.
About the Role
Otto Aerospace is seeking an Associate Manufacturing Engineer to support the Empennage assembly Flight Test Vehicle (FTV) builds of the Phantom 3500. The Associate Manufacturing Engineer will also help the team prepare for low-rate initial production (LRIP) and full rate production (FRP) at the Final Assembly Integration and Test (FAIT) Facility, in Jacksonville, Florida.
The Associate Manufacturing Engineer role will contribute to the successful completion of major projects that support strategic priorities and technical objectives for the Phantom 3500 Empennage assembly. Working under general direction, the individual possesses basic knowledge in manufacturing engineering and assembly technical areas and can learn to develop imaginative manufacturing processes or tooling designs. The individual will support Manufacturing Engineering technical POCs on projects, programs and/or cross functional teams.
What You'll Do
- 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
- Assist 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
- Work and deliverables are reviewed and checked through team leadership and functional management to adequately meet objectives
Who You Are
Education
- Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Engineering or Engineering Technologies
Experience
- 0-2 years in aerospace or related manufacturing industry experience
- Proficiency in MS Office tools of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Visio and Outlook
- 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- preferably with high level knowledge or understanding of composite manufacturing and assembly processes
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Effective communication and excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset
- Continuous learning mindset
Required Skills
- 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 goal
- 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
Otto Aerospace provides a robust benefits package that includes competitive salaries, subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) opportunities, paid short term disability, voluntary long-term disability and additional term life, with 15 paid days off, 13 paid company holidays, and paid sick leave. Depending on seniority and role, some roles qualify for potential bonuses and stock options.
Otto Aerospace is an 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. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
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