Pursuit Aerospace · 3 hours ago
Leadership Development Program Associate
Stuart, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$60K/yr - $85K/yr
0+ years expPursuit Aerospace is a leading contract manufacturer of high-quality, precision-machined aerospace parts. They are seeking exceptional entry-level candidates for their Leadership Development Program, which offers rotational assignments across multiple manufacturing sites, focusing on programming CNC equipment, designing tooling, and providing engineering support.
AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingSupply Chain Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Enter the Pursuit Leadership Development Program (PLDP) and complete three, 9-12 month rotations in various Pursuit Aerospace facilities
Perform management of projects related to aerospace component engineering and manufacturing for new and existing parts and assemblies
Establish manufacturing methods and process sequences to complete parts
Initiate tooling design concepts, working closely with manufacturing engineers, shop floor personnel, management, customers, and vendors
Troubleshoot manufacturing problems and implement methods and tool improvements
Learn the best programming methods for different machines and parts
Take on roles within the engineering and Kaizen promotion office (continuous improvement) during rotations
Work closely with business leaders to help evolve and embed the people element of business strategy
Partner proactively to identify and solve manufacturing and engineering challenges
Receive formal and informal leadership and training, including the Pursuit Production System (PPS) Kaizen Licensing Program
Provide full lifecycle engineering support and contribute to improving employee engagement within your team
Act in both strategic and tactical roles to support the engineering, manufacturing, and leadership functions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in a technical discipline (e.g., Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business)
0-4 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably aerospace
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis
Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations
Preferred
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to apply new technologies to improve manufacturing processes
Research skills to understand and implement new technologies for cost savings and process improvements
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, symbols, and geometric tolerances based on military and commercial specifications
Ability to prepare work based on reviewing specifications and blueprints in collaboration with engineers and customers
Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to work well in a team-based environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and other MS Office products
Benefits
Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
EAP
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays
Company
Pursuit Aerospace
Pursuit Aerospace is a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine parts created using highly integrated and lean production systems.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-02-16Private Equity
Leadership Team
Doug Folsom
Chief Executive Officer
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