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Director, Production Operations

Madison, WI💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-07 → 2026-09-25

Core

Lead manufacturing and assembly operations for propulsion product lines, scaling production from development to high-rate output while ensuring quality and cost efficiency.

Role type

Director, Production Operations (Propulsion Systems)

Builds

Propulsion systems, spacecraft components, and hardware for space and defense applications

Domain

Aerospace & Defense, Propulsion Manufacturing

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (manufacturing hardware)

Required skills

Manufacturing operations leadership, Propulsion systems expertise, Production strategy execution, Process standardization, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, Capacity planning, Budget management, Cross-functional collaboration, Quality management systems compliance

Preferred skills

Liquid/hybrid rocket engine manufacturing, Additive manufacturing (metal 3D printing), Aerospace/defense product line experience

Technologies

MES, Lean, Six Sigma, ISO, AS9100, GMP

Responsibilities

Lead manufacturing and assembly operations for propulsion product lines, Execute production strategy to scale manufacturing throughput, Standardize propulsion production processes, Support capacity planning and facility buildout, Drive vertical integration of internal manufacturing capabilities, Implement manufacturing execution systems and data infrastructure, Manage production budgets and analyze manufacturing costs, Lead and develop production management teams, Ensure compliance with industry-specific production standards and safety regulations, Represent propulsion production in cross-functional forums

Seniority

Director, strategic leadership with hands-on operational oversight

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