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# Lead Manufacturing Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Maverick Tech
- **Location:** El Segundo, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $151,819.0 - $258,502.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Oracle (Applications), SAP (Applications), Technical Data Management Systems
- **Published:** June 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3942fba5a4d5f0d4

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Six Sigma methodology implementation?, * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical field with 14+ years of relevant experience.

 * Deep expertise in Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies.
 * Proficiency in analyzing manufacturing data using ERP and MES platforms such as SAP or Oracle.
 * Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance., * Professional certifications such as Six Sigma Black Belt, Lean Manufacturing Certification, or PMP.
 * Demonstrated success in budgeting, financial forecasting, and capital project management.
 * Strong leadership capabilities with a proven track record of influencing stakeholders across all organizational levels.

## Description

As a Lead Manufacturing Systems Engineer, you will spearhead the design and optimization of complex production environments for high-stakes aerospace hardware. You will utilize advanced industrial engineering principles and Lean methodologies to drive operational excellence, ensuring that our manufacturing systems are both scalable and highly efficient.
Responsibilities

 * Direct cross-functional teams to enhance productivity, minimize lead times, and optimize facility space utilization through the application of Lean principles.
 * Develop sophisticated process flow models to analyze system behavior and synchronize production output with organizational requirements.
 * Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying bottlenecks and implementing data-driven solutions to maximize manpower and equipment efficiency.
 * Collaborate closely with R&D, quality, and manufacturing engineering departments to refine workspaces and integrate new equipment seamlessly.
 * Execute strategic process improvements that align directly with long-term operational goals and corporate vision.
 * Manage capital improvement projects by conducting thorough cost-benefit analyses and ROI assessments to justify investments.


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