Director of Production (R4782)
Core
Lead U.S.-based manufacturing operations to scale production of autonomous defense aircraft and systems.
Role type
Director of Production (Manufacturing)
Builds
Autonomous defense aircraft (V-BAT, X-BAT) and related systems
Domain
Defense technology / Advanced manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Production leadership, advanced manufacturing operations, team leadership, outsourced manufacturing management, Lean/Six Sigma, systems thinking, strategic planning, operational execution
Preferred skills
Master's degree in engineering/manufacturing/supply chain
Technologies
Lean, Six Sigma
Responsibilities
Architect and execute forward-looking production plans balancing scale, agility, and quality; drive aircraft production capabilities and implement systems/processes; lead high-performance production teams; collaborate with quality, engineering, and supply chain to integrate workflows; champion continuous improvement in throughput, takt, quality, and cost; embed data-driven decision-making using KPI dashboards; drive adoption of automation and advanced manufacturing methods; serve as a trusted voice to executive leadership
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership with hands-on operational oversight
