Staff Production Program Manager

Highlights

• Oversee manufacturing lifecycle of advanced defense technologies.
• Translate prototypes into scalable production at global scale.
• Drive continuous improvement to boost efficiency and scalability.

Ideal candidate

Gritty operations leader with deep manufacturing background who thrives in fast-paced environments and cares about scaling cutting-edge defense technology efficiently.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management or related field
• 8+ years of experience in operations program management, production, manufacturing, preferably in defense, aerospace, or complex hardware industries
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain management, and production workflows
• Experience launching new products with condensed timelines
• Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Lean, TPS, Six Sigma, etc.)
• Proficiency in project management tools (Jira, Confluence, MS Project, Gantt Charts)
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills
• Strong communication and leadership abilities to influence and align cross functional teams
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance
• Experience in defense, aerospace, or automotive manufacturing
• Experience with ERP, MRP, MES, PLM systems