Job OverviewWe are seeking a Production Manager to lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of our in-house manufacturing and assembly operations. In this role, you'll oversee build schedules, coordinate cross-functional workflows, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, on-time hardware to support development and deployment of our autonomous surface vessels. This is a leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, low-rate production environments and enjoys building structure from the ground up.
Responsibilities- Manage day-to-day production activities across assembly, integration, and hardware readiness.
- Own build schedules, staffing, and capacity planning to meet engineering and field deployment goals.
- Implement and enforce quality, safety, and documentation standards across the shop floor.
- Collaborate closely with engineering, supply chain, and test teams to resolve blockers and integrate new designs.
- Lead hiring, training, and performance management for production technicians.
- Monitor key production metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives for throughput, quality, and cost.
QualificationsRequired- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in production or manufacturing roles, with 2+ years in a leadership capacity.
- Experience managing assembly of complex electromechanical systems.
- Strong understanding of production planning, work order execution, and material flow.
- U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance.
Preferred- Experience in defense, aerospace, or maritime production environments.
- Familiarity with low-rate initial production (LRIP) or hardware startup manufacturing models.
- Background with MES, ERP, or digital manufacturing tools.
- Knowledge of IPC standards or military build documentation.
This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require "U.S. Person" status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a "U.S. Person": (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require "U.S. Person" status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a "U.S. Person": (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
