President, Battery Cell Manufacturing

Re:Build Manufacturing•Framingham, MA

About The Position

Re:Build Manufacturing is seeking an experienced and visionary President to lead the creation and sustained growth of our U.S.-based battery cell manufacturing business. This executive will build the business from the ground up, establishing strategy, commercial relationships, and organizational capability to become the nation’s premier platform for scaling advanced, high-performance battery technologies. The ideal candidate brings deep leadership experience in the battery industry, combining operational insight, technology vision, and strategic business development to build a differentiated U.S. battery business serving defense, aerospace, and other critical markets.

Requirements

Proven executive leadership experience in the battery industry, including cell development, manufacturing, or technology commercialization
Demonstrated success building or scaling a battery-related business, including strategic planning, capital deployment, and commercial execution
Strong track record of commercial leadership, including customer engagement, technology partnerships, and strategic business development
Deep understanding of battery cell technologies, manufacturing processes, and industry dynamics
Exceptional communication and leadership presence, with the ability to represent the business to customers, investors, and government stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Experience at a major battery cell manufacturer or its U.S. subsidiary, or in scaling battery technology companies
Familiarity with defense, aerospace, or other high-performance markets requiring secure supply chains
Background in technology licensing, M&A, or strategic partnerships within battery or advanced manufacturing sectors
Track record of securing government funding (grants, loans, or other non-dilutive capital)
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment while maintaining operational discipline

Responsibilities

Build and lead the business from inception, including business strategy, organizational design, and capital deployment planning
Develop and execute a technology portfolio strategy, identifying, licensing, acquiring, and scaling differentiated next-generation cell technologies aligned to emerging market needs
Drive commercial strategy and customer engagement with defense primes, aerospace OEMs, and strategic partners
Serve as the industry-facing leader, establishing Re:Build as the preferred U.S. partner for scaling advanced battery technologies
Lead capital planning and deployment, ensuring investments support strong financial returns and long-term strategic capability
Own full P&L performance for the battery cell manufacturing business
Establish and maintain strategic partnerships across the battery ecosystem, including equipment suppliers, technology licensors, and research institutions
Lead customer qualification discussions and negotiate long-term supply agreements with key customers
Secure government funding (grants, OTAs, and other non-dilutive capital) to support growth and de-risk technology deployment
Champion domestic supply chain development, prioritizing U.S.-sourced materials and technologies
Build the leadership team, including Value Stream Leader, Head of Sales, Head of Engineering, and key functional leaders
Establish a culture aligned with Re:Build’s principles of operational excellence, innovation, and integrity
Oversee manufacturing operations through the Value Stream Leader, ensuring performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC)
Build strong partnerships across the Re:Build ecosystem to leverage shared capabilities and accelerate commercialization
Evaluate emerging cell technologies for strategic fit, performance advantages, and commercial viability
Lead due diligence on technology licensing, partnerships, and acquisition opportunities
Translate technology roadmaps into clear business cases that drive investment decisions and stakeholder alignment