xLab Manufacturing Operations Director
Core
Lead and provide oversight for the xLab Operations Support Department, managing technical support staff and modern labs to deliver prototypes, instruments, and demonstration systems for space programs.
Role type
Manufacturing Operations Director
Builds
Prototypes, instruments, pathfinders, and demonstration systems for ground and space applications
Domain
Aerospace / Defense / R&D Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic planning, resource assignment and prioritization, staff performance management, production control, budget planning, equipment and supply management, safety culture maintenance, inventory management
Preferred skills
Industrial Engineering or Engineering Management background, Program Office experience, New Product Introduction (NPI) experience, Lean manufacturing knowledge, Workmanship standards knowledge (IPC, J-Standards), Jira/Confluence proficiency, CAE tools knowledge (PADS, OrCAD, Altium)
Technologies
Jira, Confluence, PADS, PADS Xpedition, OrCAD, Altium
Responsibilities
Provide leadership and direction for technical support and operations staff; collaborate on strategic planning for the prototyping portfolio; identify strategic partnerships for surge capabilities; assign and prioritize resources; conduct staff performance reviews; manage production control, procurements, and budget planning; maintain safety and housekeeping culture; manage lab equipment and inventory
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & operational oversight