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AeroVironment

Robot type
Drone · Defense
Location
PetalumaCaliforniaUSA
Job type
Business Operations
Posted
Sep 9, 2026
Salary
$100,500–$153,250 a year
Full-time

Industrial Engineer III

Job description

The Industrial Engineer III is responsible for analyzing, designing, and optimizing manufacturing processes and systems to improve efficiency, productivity, and quality. This role involves a blend of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and project management capabilities to drive continuous improvement initiatives across the organization. This role involves collaborating with internal and external teams to develop and implement new manufacturing processes and technologies.

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr.

Job responsibilities

  • Analyze existing production processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and potential areas for improvement.
  • Experience with ramping up production volumes from low initial rates to higher volume full rate productions with demonstrated success.
  • Develop and implement process improvements using Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
  • Implement and manage lean application development at site level, including but not limited to training on lean tools, assessments, and site development action plans.
  • Generate value stream maps, identify opportunities for improvement, manage improvement plan.
  • Develop capacity models for new and current production processes. Analyze and maintain models after improvements.
  • Develop and execute the strategy for visual management and real-time data display across the manufacturing facility, aligning with overall business objectives and strategies.
  • Analyze KPI trends and provide actionable insights to management and floor supervisors to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Job requirements

  • U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), or asylee/refugee status.
  • Occasional travel within the Continental U.S.
  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5-8 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Advanced understanding in Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
  • Ability to work at a minimum of 80% of the time on the production floor.
  • Experience with simulation software (e.g., SIMIO) and CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
  • Displays strong initiative, drive to accomplish goals, and meet company objectives.

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