Leadership Development Program Associate

About Us:

Founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous operational improvement and extraordinary customer service, we at Pursuit Aerospace pride ourselves on competitive cost structures, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

 

Pursuit has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry-leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers.

 

About the Opportunity:

We are currently seeking exceptional, entry-level candidates to join our Pursuit Leadership Development Program (PLDP), which offers rotational assignments across multiple Pursuit Aerospace manufacturing sites. While rotation locations will primarily include sites such as Manchester, CT; Eastford, CT; Malden, MA; Whitesboro, NY; Thomasville, GA; and Stuart, FL, additional locations may be considered based on business needs. Location assignments will take both business requirements and the participant's preferences into account, ensuring a well-rounded development experience.

 

In this role, you will focus heavily on programming CNC equipment, designing tooling for manufacturing processes, and providing engineering support. You’ll analyze all aspects of the manufacturing process to maximize efficiency, determining the necessary parts and tools to meet product specifications and business objectives.

 

At Pursuit Aerospace, a leading contract manufacturer of high-quality, precision-machined aerospace parts, we need individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments, embrace challenges, and are dedicated to building strong customer relationships. If you’re sharp, driven, and ready to roll up your sleeves, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

 

The program involves three 9-12 month rotations at different facilities within Pursuit Aerospace. Your “home” facility will be determined as part of the interview process and will be where you transition after completing the program. Upon graduation, you’ll step into a permanent role within the company, equipped with the leadership skills and hands-on experience necessary for your future success.

 

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.

 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in a technical discipline (e.g., Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business)
• 0-4 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably aerospace.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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.

 

Compensation & Benefits:

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $60,000 – $85,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, education, and geographic location.

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment, and we do not tolerate workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.