Deputy Production Manager

TAMPA MICROWAVE • Clearwater, FL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Tampa Microwave is a leading manufacturer and supplier of Manpack & Fly Away satellite terminals designed and built for the expeditionary user community to guarantee communications connectivity in the most austere environments. Tampa Microwave primarily serves Federal and Department of Defense markets.

We are seeking a Deputy Production Manager for our Clearwater, FL location. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this role supports Production and Operations by coordinating activities across Planning, Production, and Test. The DPM manages test equipment and assets, oversees procurement and outsourcing efforts, and ensures new products transition smoothly from development into production. Acting as a key link between Production, Program Management, and Product Management, the DPM ensures production readiness, proper documentation, and logistics throughout each product launch.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Secret Level Security Clearance upon hire as required
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in the integration and test of complex digital/ microwave hardware.
• Ability to lift test equipment and hardware p to 25 lbs.
• Ability to use DMMs, signal generators, VNAs, spectrum analyzers, as well other RF test equipment.
• Familiarity and ability to use Microsoft Office.
• Fluent in the English language- written and oral
• Ability to comply with all Company guidelines, policies, and procedures and embrace Company Core Values.

Nice To Haves

• AS degree or military equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage production administrative infrastructure, including schedules, trackers, metrics, status reporting, and documentation control
• Maintain production project plans across departments for outsourcing, capacity expansion, and process changes; track actions through completion
• Prepare and present department‑level status updates, metrics, and readiness reviews to leadership
• Support management of test assets and equipment inventory, including allocation, calibration scheduling, and maintenance
• Coordinate acquisition of new test equipment and fixtures for production capacity and new product needs
• Initiate and manage procurements for production equipment, tooling, materials, and services; track purchase requests through receipt
• Lead outsourcing projects, including vendor coordination, statements of work, deliverable tracking, and first‑article review support
• Serve as the production‑side interface to Program and Product Management for new product releases
• Coordinate production readiness for launches, including documentation packages, ATPs, work instructions, test station setup, training, and material availability
• Ensure an organized, complete handoff from development to production by tracking and resolving open items during initial production runs
• Support first‑pass yield tracking, root‑cause coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure production documentation and processes comply with ITAR/EAR export control requirements
• Manage workforce/staffing plans, ensure staff is performing to expectations, interview, hire, train, and develop employees; plan, assign, and direct work; prepare performance appraisals, reward, and provide for employee discipline when required; address complaints and resolve problems.
• Actively mentor and develop staff.
• Maintain a high ethical standard of practice, including compliance with all company procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Yearly Incentive Bonus Program
• Generous 401(k) program - up to 5% company contribution and 100% immediate vesting
• PTO and 10 paid holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid parental leave policy
• Medical/dental/vision insurance for self & eligible family members
• 9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree