Director of Production

YOUR MISSION

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage a high-performing team of technicians, production engineers, and manufacturing engineers, fostering collaboration and ensuring efficient operations. 
• Collaborate closely with both hardware and software teams to ensure seamless integration of processes, systems, and testing, delivering a fully qualified spacecraft within aggressive timelines. 
• Partner with Program Management to ensure that all Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) tasks are completed on time and within budget, driving project success. 
• Work alongside proposal and business development teams to develop accurate Basis of Estimates (BOEs), ensuring that production schedules and project scope are both realistic and achievable. 
• Engage with engineers across multiple disciplines, coordinating efforts between teams in both Denver and Los Angeles to maintain alignment and meet production objectives. 
• Take ownership of all production aspects, including automation, production facilities, and test equipment (MGSE/EGSE), working with lead engineers to ensure that vertical integration roadmaps are achievable and fully executed. 
• Reconciliation of work order bill of material quantities. 
• Lead workplans, quality, hardware anomalies related to all hardware and tooling. 
• Manage subcontractors for delivery timelines to support production schedules.   

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline. 
• Over 10 years of experience in space component and spacecraft production within ISO 5 environments. 
• In-depth knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001 production standards and requirements. 
• Proven track record in managing high-rate, complex components and assemblies. 
• Extensive experience with MRP, PLM, and MES application systems, as well as the integration of automation components across these systems. 
• Strong expertise in inventory management, lean manufacturing principles, and rapid prototyping methodologies. 
• Solid understanding of spacecraft testing facilities and tooling, including vibration tables, TVAC, EMI/EMC chambers, optical alignment stations, and FlatSats. 
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and maintain a cleanroom environment, ensuring organization and cleanliness to the highest standards.  

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in manufacturing, mechanical, aerospace engineering or equivalent discipline. 
• 15  years experience in space component and/or spacecraft production in ISO5 environments. 
• Experience with CNC, tube bending and other production equipment.  
• Experience with ESD sensitive component and assembly manufacturing  
• Capable of building and maintaining IMS schedules with Program Management and schedulers with deep understanding of critical paths and mitigation techniques.   

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary:  $190,000-$255,000

• Equity Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Colorado Springs. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below.#LI-Onsite 

Salary : $190,000 - $255,000