Skydio
Operations
ManufacturingExecutionSystemAnalyst
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“Manufacturing Execution System Analyst at Skydio. Skills: MES configuration, Process definition, Manufacturing operations. Ensure timely and accurate implementation of MES. Maintain system attributes”
What You'll Achieve.
Drive quality; Drive speed to market; Drive productivity; Drive scaling of manufacturing operations; Drive profitability
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Troubleshooting configuration issues
Support 2nd shift, 3:30 PM–12:00 AM PT
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Experience in MES configuration, Process definition experience, Experience through multiple product launches, Ability to prioritize tasks, Experience working in consumer electronics, Experience working in industrial electronics, Experience working in automotive, Functional understanding of PLM, Functional understanding of quality systems
Nice to Have
FAA Part 107 certification within 60 days
What You'll Do.
Ensure timely and accurate implementation of MES
Maintain system attributes
Configure system for new products
Provide feedback for continuous improvement
Collaborate with manufacturing teams
Collaborate with quality teams
Collaborate with test teams
Define production workflows
Configure production workflows
Maintain accurate routing
Maintain process controls
Support post-ramp changes
Troubleshoot configuration issues
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Manufacturing teams; Quality teams; Test teams
Full Job Description
Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors https://www.skydio.com/solutions/energy-and-utilities to first responders https://www.skydio.com/solutions/public-safety, soldiers in battlefield scenarios https://www.skydio.com/solutions/national-security/tactical-isr, and beyond https://www.skydio.com/solutions. About the Role: Skydio is seeking an MES specialist to ensure timely and accurate implementation of our MES through maintaining system attributes, configuring the system for new products, and providing feedback to drive continuous improvement. In this role, your contributions will drive quality, speed to market, productivity, scaling of manufacturing operations, and profitability. PLEASE NOTE: This role will be based out of our Hayward, CA manufacturing site 5 days a week and support 2nd shift during the hours of 3:30 PM–12:00 AM PT. How You’ll Make an Impact: - Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and test teams to define and configure production workflows in Skydio’s MES for new products - Maintain accurate routing and process controls throughout the lifecycle of each product including supporting post-ramp changes requiring traceability throughout the manufacturing process - Troubleshoot configuration issues during production to minimize disruptions and downtime while maintaining a high bar for quality and traceability What Makes You a Good Fit: - Experience in MES configuration and process definition throughout the product development process through multiple product launches - Enthusiasm for meticulous and detailed work with a willingness to respond rapidly when errors are identified - Ability to pri
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