Aerospace Systems Production Manager

Overview
Attention Aerospace Talent with Odoo ERP and Lean Backgrounds: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Satellite Systems and Launch Systems Production Manager to lead our advanced manufacturing team. This role is responsible for overseeing the entire production lifecycle, from raw materials to final delivery. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of AI-driven manufacturing technologies, utilizing intelligent systems for dynamic planning, scheduling optimization, and resource allocation. The manager will lead, mentor, and train a team of elite technicians, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and on-time delivery are consistently met.

• U.S. Person or lawful permanent resident status required to comply with U.S. government space technology export regulations

Key Responsibilities

AI-Enhanced Planning and Scheduling:

• Implement and manage AI-powered scheduling software to create dynamic production schedules that adapt in real-time to internal and external variables, such as resource availability, equipment downtime, and supply chain disruptions
• Leverage predictive analytics to forecast production needs, resource requirements, and potential bottlenecks, ensuring proactive solutions are implemented before issues arise
• Integrate AI insights with ERP and MES systems to optimize resource utilization, minimize changeover times, and maximize production throughput

Technician Management and Workforce Augmentation:

• Lead and supervise a multi-disciplinary team of production technicians and production staff, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Utilize AI-driven workforce management tools to optimize shift planning, allocate labor based on skills and workload demands, and ensure compliance with all labor regulations
• Work alongside AI-driven cobots and automated systems, strategically integrating human and machine efforts to enhance safety, precision, and efficiency

AI-Powered Training and Development:

• Develop and implement AI-driven training modules and simulations to accelerate the learning curve for new and existing technicians on complex machinery and assembly procedures
• Use augmented reality (AR) tools in training and on the production floor to provide visual, hands-free guidance to technicians, improving speed and accuracy
• Create a data-driven training curriculum, using AI to identify skill gaps and personalize learning paths to build expertise within the team

On-Time Delivery and Quality Assurance:

• Monitor production output and key performance indicators (KPIs) in real-time, using AI-powered analytics to track progress against deadlines and quickly identify deviations.
• Implement AI-driven quality control systems that use machine vision to automatically inspect components and detect flaws with greater accuracy and speed than manual methods.
• Ensure rigorous testing protocols are followed, including thermal vacuum, vibration, and acoustic testing, to guarantee the reliability of flight hardware.
• Oversee the efficient transport and logistics of completed satellites to the launch site, ensuring all procedures for safe handling and climate control are strictly followed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field. An advanced degree is preferred
• Progressive experience in a manufacturing or operations management role, with a significant portion in a satellite or aerospace production environment
• Proven experience implementing and leveraging AI, machine learning, or advanced automation technologies in a manufacturing context
• Deep understanding of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement principles
• Experience with ERP and MES systems
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a track record of managing and mentoring technical teams
• U.S. Person or lawful permanent resident status required to comply with U.S. government space technology export regulations

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with Odoo ERP, Team Center PLM, First Resonance ION MES, Confluence, and JIRA
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-rate production environment.
• Familiarity with Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) practices for spacecraft.
• Experience in the aerospace and defense industry and/or with government contracts.
• Certification in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or related methodologies.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $120,000 - $135,000