Integration Supervisor
About The Position
Production & Integration Supervision Oversee daily production operations to execute machining, sub-assembly builds, and vehicle integration Develop a comprehensive training platform to encompass aerospace and Astrolab specific processes. Ensure adherence to manufacturing schedules, quality standards, and safety regulations Coordinate with engineering, supply chain, and quality assurance to resolve technical issues rapidly Implement Lean/6S manufacturing principles to optimize efficiency and reduce waste Maintain adherence to AS9100 standards Balance development initiatives with production goals Team Leadership & Coordination Direct cross-functional teams, including machinists, production technicians, and part expeditors Foster a safety-first culture and enforce workplace safety policies Mentor and train staff to develop operational excellence and mission readiness skills Operational Planning & Reporting Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for production and launch readiness Manage budgets, staffing plans, and resource allocation for both production and launch site operations Provide regular updates to senior leadership on schedule, risks, and mitigation strategies
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, aerospace technology, or related field (or 4+ years of experience in these areas)
- 3+ years of experience in aerospace, spacecraft, or high-tech manufacturing operations
- Proven leadership in production and integration in a clean room environment
- Strong knowledge of aerospace hardware handling, cleanroom operations, industry standard manufacturing processes and flight hardware verification
- Experience with Lean manufacturing, 6S, and continuous improvement methods
- Exceptional communication and cross-team coordination skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience with lunar surface mission hardware or robotic rover systems
- Familiarity with launch site operations and coordination with space launch providers
- Experience with taking a product through development to NPI production
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily production operations to execute machining, sub-assembly builds, and vehicle integration
- Develop a comprehensive training platform to encompass aerospace and Astrolab specific processes.
- Ensure adherence to manufacturing schedules, quality standards, and safety regulations
- Coordinate with engineering, supply chain, and quality assurance to resolve technical issues rapidly
- Implement Lean/6S manufacturing principles to optimize efficiency and reduce waste
- Maintain adherence to AS9100 standards
- Balance development initiatives with production goals
- Direct cross-functional teams, including machinists, production technicians, and part expeditors
- Foster a safety-first culture and enforce workplace safety policies
- Mentor and train staff to develop operational excellence and mission readiness skills
- Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for production and launch readiness
- Manage budgets, staffing plans, and resource allocation for both production and launch site operations
- Provide regular updates to senior leadership on schedule, risks, and mitigation strategies
Benefits
- Join a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
- Equity ownership in the company
- Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Flexible PTO and parental leave
- Home office set up reimbursement
- Weekly lunch stipend, plus complimentary snacks and beverages on-site
- Once a month social hour on-site with food and drinks
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
