Director, Starlink Production (Assembly)
Core
Own Starlink User Terminal and Gateway Assembly Production, scaling high-volume manufacturing for global connectivity.
Role type
Director of Manufacturing Operations
Builds
High-rate automated mechanical/pick & place, SMT/PCBA, and large electromechanical build production lines for Starlink terminals and gateways
Domain
Aerospace/Space + Electronics Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
scaling complex operations, leading 200+ person teams, building cross-functional partnerships, manufacturing engineering, automation, maintenance, process improvement, quality metrics, safety management, resource management, risk communication, compliance management
Preferred skills
managing large engineering and operations teams, electronics manufacturing and test techniques, ISO 9000 and AS9100 standards, continuous improvement in production, iterative design in consumer electronics/mobile/medical/automotive, mentoring and performance management
Technologies
SMT/PCBA, automated mechanical systems, pick & place systems, electromechanical build lines
Responsibilities
Oversee strategic and tactical execution of user terminal and gateway production; Lead 250+ staff across engineering and operations; Mentor manufacturing, process, and automation engineers; Implement development programs to enhance team capability and reduce lead time/cost; Partner with engineering to embed manufacturability; Ensure safety compliance; Champion continuous improvement projects; Manage resource levels; Monitor area status and risks; Maintain compliance with quality and contractual requirements; Meet tight production schedules
Seniority
Director, strategic & operational leadership