Skydio

Operations

ManufacturingExecutionSystemAnalyst

$116–155k ~AI est. Hayward, California, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“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.

Operations
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving; Troubleshooting configuration issues

Eligibility Requirements

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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