Acron Aviation · 3 weeks ago
Production Engineer - Trakka Systems (Bradenton, FL)
Acron Aviation, through its Trakka Systems division, is seeking a hands-on Production Engineer to support significant growth in manufacturing operations at their Bradenton, FL facility. The role involves developing and optimizing manufacturing processes, creating training materials, and implementing automation to improve efficiency and quality.
AerospaceManufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for consistency and scalability
Create clear, operator-friendly SOPs, work instructions, and training materials
Analyze production data, perform time studies, and remove bottlenecks
Design and implement fixtures, jigs, tools, and semi-automated solutions
Support test fixture automation and data collection using Python, C, or similar languages
Lead continuous improvement efforts using Lean/5S/Six Sigma techniques
Collaborate with engineering to improve manufacturability and quality
Train and mentor low-skill operators on process standards and best practices
Support equipment selection, validation, maintenance plans, and layout improvements
Ensure safety, process documentation, and compliance with regulatory and internal standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field
3–7+ years in a production/manufacturing engineering role
Strong hands-on process development experience
Ability to train and mentor entry-level production workers
Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks/Creo)
Experience with Python, C/C++, or similar for test automation, scripting, or tooling
Knowledge of Lean, 5S, continuous improvement, and root-cause analysis
Preferred
Experience in early-stage, rapidly scaling manufacturing environments
Experience implementing automation, semi-automation, PLCs, or robotics
Understanding of quality systems (ISO 9001/AS9100) and data-driven improvement
Familiarity with ERP/MES systems
Company
Acron Aviation
Acron Aviation provides innovative pilot training, simulation, avionics, and flight data intelligence solutions to the aviation sector.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-11-27Acquired
Recent News
2025-10-16
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