Sr Director, Production Operations - Satellite and Spacecrafts
Core
Strategic execution leadership for scaling satellite and spacecraft manufacturing from development to high-rate, repeatable production across multiple facilities.
Role type
Senior Director, Production Operations (Aerospace/Satellite)
Builds
Satellite and spacecraft vehicles, propulsion systems, and spaceplanes for national security and commercial missions
Domain
Aerospace, Defense, Satellite Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Multi-site manufacturing operations leadership, production strategy scaling, process standardization, capacity planning, vertical integration, MES implementation, lean manufacturing, DFM/DFT, budget management, organizational leadership
Preferred skills
Experience with classified programs, automation integration, workforce development, change management
Technologies
Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), data-driven manufacturing systems, production data infrastructure
Responsibilities
Own manufacturing, assembly, integration, and test operations for satellite and spacecraft product lines; Develop and execute production strategies to scale manufacturing; Standardize production processes across multiple facilities; Lead capacity planning, facility buildout, and consolidation; Drive vertical integration initiatives for internal manufacturing capabilities; Select and implement MES and production data infrastructure; Establish enterprise production operating rhythm through metrics and dashboards; Drive lean manufacturing, automation, and continuous improvement frameworks; Partner with engineering teams for design-for-manufacturing (DFM) and design-for-test (DFT); Manage multi-site production budgets and cost-reduction initiatives; Lead and develop multi-layer production organizations; Champion organizational change initiatives; Ensure compliance with aerospace production standards and security requirements; Represent production operations to executive leadership and external stakeholders
Seniority
Senior Director, strategic execution & large team leadership