CareerPlan

Senior Manufacturing Operations Manager

Waltham, MA (WMA-01)Full-time$167k–$220k2026-11-04 → 2026-11-10
Security clearance required

Core

Oversee production of complex electro-mechanical imaging hardware platforms, managing teams and daily operations to meet delivery goals.

Role type

Senior Manufacturing Operations Manager

Builds

Complex electro-mechanical imaging hardware platforms

Domain

Defense technology / Advanced manufacturing

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

High-volume electro-mechanical production management, ERP/MES systems, NPI, Lean manufacturing, Change management (ECOs), Technical documentation interpretation, Troubleshooting processes and equipment, Team coaching and mentorship

Preferred skills

5S implementation, Cross-functional collaboration

Technologies

ERP, MES

Responsibilities

Lead production operations for a product line, Strategically manage production plans to meet on-time delivery goals, Ensure quality and safety standards, Develop and mentor production technicians, Implement continuous improvement initiatives, Communicate priorities and risks to senior leadership

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC and people manager