Virgin Galactic is seeking highly motivated Associate Manager, Build to support our Manufacturing team. Guided by our values, "Safety above All", we proactively manage the risks inherent in human spaceflight through our daily actions in the design and assembly efforts. In this role, you will assist with the execution of projects and support project planning, recovery plans, and build execution in a manufacturing environment. You will serve as a Manufacturing liaison between departments to help achieve project deliverables and goals.

Work Schedule: On-site Thursday through Monday, initial training schedule will be Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Report program status, risk assessment, and other metrics to Build Management Leadership Team, and Program Manager to support short term and long-term goals
• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of a manufacturing build plan for the program
• Provide a clear plan of action and guidance for the production teammates
• Collaborate with production team to develop and implement agile response strategies for rapid project adjustments
• Coordinate efforts amongst the engineering and manufacturing departments to develop MBOM structure to ensure a smooth and efficient transition to the production team
• Work with the assigned Program Manager to deliver the project safely, on time, and on budget
• Supports the development of conflict resolution plans to schedule setbacks by developing and implementing recovery plans with engineering and manufacturing
• Supports efforts between all manufacturing/engineering functions to support build schedules by means of identifying tooling, materials, resources, planning, and product definition to ensure a seamless transition from paper to reality
• Collaborate with production planning to assure assembly flow is properly supported by all functions to deliver material and hardware on schedule
• Drive safety behavior and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) awareness/prevention; adhere to regulatory protocols and rules

Required Skills and Experience

• Relevant education, such as trade school or Associate'sdegree; and /or equivalent technical work experience

• Minimum of six years' experience in an aerospace or equivalent high-reliability field with three years of leading others and/ or demonstrated ability to lead and train on technical concepts
• Experience in Manufacturing Leadership, Manufacturing Project Management, or Production Planning
• Experience within an external customer-facing role a plus
• Extensive experience and/or training in lean manufacturing principles and leading or participating in process improvement workshops, Six Sigma or Kaizen events
• Experience with manufacturing-based software systems a plus

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Strong understanding of engineering and manufacturing functions

• Excellent knowledge of component assembly, both subassembly and final top-level assembly
• Strong understanding of schedule, quality, and budget relationship
• Working knowledge of configuration management practices and quality management processes
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the proven ability to lead, motivate, and build teams
• Strong analytical skills, combined with a strong commercial acumen to measure the potential impact of each decision
• Excellent organizational skills, easily capable of effectively juggling and completing multiple tasks at the same time, and thrives under pressure
• Lead by example in strong safety forward thinking, practice good housekeeping, tool control, recognizing the importance of properly handling hazardous materials and, chemicals
• Familiar with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Demonstrated computer and analytical skills including proficiency with MS Project, manufacturing software or related programs and dashboards
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Must be able to stand for extended periods - 8 plus hours minimum

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The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $80,855.00-$123,342.00. The base pay actually offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, and experience and take into account internal equity. Other forms of pay (e.g., bonus or long term incentive) may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. For more information regarding Virgin Galactic benefits, please visit https://vgcareers.virgingalactic.com/global/en/benefits

Export Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Person (either a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual as defined 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or be able to obtain the required authorization from either the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The applicant must also not be included in the list of Specifically Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Control. See list here .