Production Supervisor

Sierra Nevada Corporation • Colorado Springs, CO

41d

About The Position

If you have a keen eye for the big picture, excellent production skills, and enjoy working collaboratively, we may have the perfect role for you! The Production Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the production team, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and to the highest standards of quality. This role involves planning, directing, and coordinating production activities, as well as managing and mentoring production staff. The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. Responsibilities Daily Production Execution- Direct and coordinate technician activities for aircraft modification and integration work. Ensure work is executed safely, correctly, and on schedule. Hangar Floor Leadership- Provide real-time supervision of avionics, structural and A&P technicians. Remove obstacles that prevent technicians from completing tasks. Safety and Compliance Oversight- Enforce OSHA, SNC safety policies, and repair station procedures. Ensure maintenance actions meet FAA, DoD, and SNC quality standards. Work Package and Install Oversight- Monitor progress of installation tasks and track progress via earned value methods (EVMS). Verify technical data, drawings, and installation instructions are followed. Cross Functional Coordination- Interface with quality, engineering, planning, supply chain, program management, and external customer. Technical Leadership and Development- Mentor lead technicians and crew leads. Support training, certification, and qualification progression. Status Reporting- Provide daily aircraft status updates. Communicate risks, constraints, and recovery plans

Requirements

• Associate's degree in a related field of study.
• 5+ years in a related field. Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 7 years of related experience is required. Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Ability to understand and interpret technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications.
• Experience with corrective action planning.
• Previous management or lead experience; the ability to recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
• Experience in a manufacturing, production or warehouse environment.
• Thorough understanding and experience with the practical application of manufacturing principles.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors degree in aviation maintenance, engineering, manufacturing, business, or related field.
• 7-10+ years of aircraft maintenance, modification, or production experience.
• 3-5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate technician activities for aircraft modification and integration work.
• Ensure work is executed safely, correctly, and on schedule.
• Provide real-time supervision of avionics, structural and A&P technicians.
• Remove obstacles that prevent technicians from completing tasks.
• Enforce OSHA, SNC safety policies, and repair station procedures.
• Ensure maintenance actions meet FAA, DoD, and SNC quality standards.
• Monitor progress of installation tasks and track progress via earned value methods (EVMS).
• Verify technical data, drawings, and installation instructions are followed.
• Interface with quality, engineering, planning, supply chain, program management, and external customer.
• Mentor lead technicians and crew leads.
• Support training, certification, and qualification progression.
• Provide daily aircraft status updates.
• Communicate risks, constraints, and recovery plans

Benefits

• SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
• SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more

What This Job Offers

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