Production Technology Development Engineering Manager
Core
Lead the Production Technology Development (PTD) engineering function to build intelligent, automated, and data-driven systems for solid rocket motor and energetic materials production.
Role type
Senior IC Engineering Manager (Production Technology)
Builds
AI-driven manufacturing systems, mechatronics solutions, automation/controls architecture, production software, and data infrastructure for defense programs.
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Manufacturing Automation
Required skills
AI/machine learning in manufacturing, mechatronics system design, industrial automation and controls (PLC, robotics, HMI/SCADA), production software development, production database architecture, team leadership, project portfolio management, regulatory compliance (OSHA, ITAR, C1D1/C2D1)
Preferred skills
Energetic materials/solid rocket motor manufacturing experience, MES/Industrial IoT architecture, digital manufacturing platforms
Technologies
Python, C/C++, C#, structured text, SQL, PLC, SCADA, MES
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team; Own development of AI-driven manufacturing systems and mechatronics; Oversee automation, controls, and production software development; Own production database architecture and data infrastructure; Translate requirements into technology roadmaps and manage project delivery.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
