SDM – Aircraft Manager

Scalian • Kinston, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The SDM – Aircraft Manager will be responsible for overseeing aircraft assembly production progress, coordinating cross-functional manufacturing activities, and ensuring production objectives are achieved within schedule and operational targets. This role serves as a key operational interface between manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, engineering, and quality teams to drive production flow, resolve constraints, and maintain visibility across all stages of aircraft assembly. The ideal candidate will possess strong manufacturing coordination, production management, and operational problem-solving capabilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced aerospace environment. This position requires strong shop floor presence, attention to detail, and the ability to anticipate risks impacting production schedules and assembly completion.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or aerospace production environment
• Minimum of 2 years of experience managing manufacturing, production, or operational projects
• Strong understanding of production tracking, manufacturing flow, and operational coordination
• Ability to work effectively on the shop floor in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments and stakeholders
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly to changing operational needs
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to learn new processes, systems, and operational methodologies
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 30 lbs

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field strongly preferred
• Experience working within aerospace manufacturing or aircraft assembly operations preferred
• Experience working with ERP systems, production trackers, and manufacturing reporting tools preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage aircraft production progress and outstanding work throughout the manufacturing lifecycle following MSN tracking
• Coordinate and interface with internal departments including Supply Chain, Logistics, Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams
• Support and secure aircraft assembly production activities across all production areas feeding final assembly operations
• Monitor manufacturing flow and production status to ensure adherence to schedule and operational objectives
• Track and report production progress through LOB trackers, work orders, and ERP systems while validating physical shop floor status
• Identify, escalate, and support resolution of quality issues, missing parts, material shortages, and resource constraints
• Provide production visibility and operational updates across 2-, 3-, and 6-month manufacturing windows
• Anticipate production bottlenecks and coordinate mitigation actions to minimize schedule impacts
• Collaborate with expeditors and supply chain teams to monitor part availability and delivery timelines
• Support production recovery plans and operational improvement initiatives to maintain manufacturing efficiency
• Prepare production status reports, dashboards, and executive updates for leadership and stakeholders
• Maintain strong communication and coordination across cross-functional manufacturing and operations teams
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on production flow, schedule adherence, and operational performance

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Great benefits package
• Access to trainings focused on expanding your knowledge while staying up to date with cutting-edge technologies and best practices
• Clear career development plan that suits your goals
• Possibility of working abroad through our mobility program thanks to our international presence

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level