About The Role

Whisper Aero is looking for a dynamic Manufacturing Engineer capable of scaling our manufacturing capacity from small batches to a fully functioning production line, capable of shipping hundreds and then thousands of units annually. This role involves being the manufacturing voice during design reviews, authoring work instructions, documenting processes, implementing standardization, designing tooling, and enhancing process efficiency.

What You’ll Do

• Plan builds for prototypes using a variety of manufacturing methods
• Author build instructions
• Work with the design team and the shop floor to resolve non-conformances
• Work with design team to implement DFM as early as conceptual design
• Implement process improvements to continually improve Whisper’s manufacturing capabilities
• Guide and work alongside technicians to build prototype hardware
• Design and build tooling for prototype and production applications
• Manage both internal and external projects

Required Qualifications

• US Person Status
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering (or equivalent) and at least 3 years of related work experience
• Demonstrated experience successfully managing manufacturing projects with external companies and suppliers
• Demonstrated hands on experience with several of the following processes: manual or CNC machining, composites, 3D printing, prototyping, mechanical assembly, electronics assembly, electronics harness assembly, injection molding, hand soldering
• Demonstrated experience creating and implementing process improvements and technical documentation
• Expert level CAD software skills (SolidWorks preferred)
• Experience with basic inspection tools (caliper, micrometer, dial gauge, multimeter)

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with AS9100, ISO9001, or IPC-A-610.
• Knowledge of modern inspection equipment (3D scanners, laser measurement, CMMs, etc.).
• Experience managing technicians and interns.
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• Aircraft maintenance experience.
• Mechanical analysis skills (hand calculations, software).
• Experience with CAM or other machine programming tools.
• Experience in making flight hardware and working in high-volume production environments.
• Knowledge of injection molding.