Director, Manufacturing Architecture
Core
Own and evolve the systems, tools, and processes for spacecraft production, specifically PLM, MES, scheduling, and their integrations.
Role type
Director of Manufacturing Architecture
Builds
Production infrastructure and operating models supporting serial/rate production, new product introduction (NPI), and rapid prototyping.
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Space systems production
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
Manufacturing/production engineering, Technical program management, PLM/MES/Scheduling/ERP systems, BOM/part/change management, Routings and work instructions, MRP/scheduling, Shop-floor execution, System architecture, Cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
Spacecraft or aerospace/high-reliability hardware production experience, Scaling organizations from prototype to rate production
Technologies
PLM, MES, ERP, Scheduling systems
Responsibilities
Own the production infrastructure definition end-to-end and drive it into a robust, scalable backbone. Architect infrastructure capable of accommodating rate production, NPI, and rapid prototyping. Partner with production and supply chain teams to define workflows and data models. Establish standards, templates, and reusable artifacts for programs. Build dashboards and data integrations for real-time visibility into build status and capacity. Coordinate cross-functionally to ensure clean integration with adjacent systems. Proactively identify critical paths and drive the roadmap without disrupting active builds.
Seniority
Director, hands-on IC with leadership path