Manager of Manufacturing Operations

7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, with direct responsibility for machine shop operations and production scheduling.
Strong background in CNC machining, DMLS/additive manufacturing, fabrication, and integration.
Experience optimizing manufacturing workflows in aerospace, aviation, or high-tech manufacturing industries.
Proven leadership in ERP/MES system development and manufacturing execution.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (Master’s preferred).
Excellent skills in team leadership, operational planning, and cross-functional communication.

Manage daily operations of the machine shop, including machinist scheduling, resource planning, and production prioritization.
Oversee end-to-end manufacturing workflows across CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and metrology/inspection.
Lead manufacturing engineering teams focused on process development, quality assurance, and manufacturability improvements.
Drive factory scheduling and ensure alignment between engineering demand, machine shop capacity, and integration timelines.
Develop and optimize ERP/MES systems to support work order management, materials tracking, and real-time manufacturing data.
Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and leadership teams to ensure production schedules meet program milestones.
Implement lean manufacturing practices to drive continuous improvement, reduce waste, and improve throughput.
Maintain a strong culture of safety, quality, accountability, and team development.

Aerospace manufacturing or launch vehicle production experience highly preferred.
Start-up or rapid-growth manufacturing environment experience.
Certifications in Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or similar fields are a plus.