Sr Manager, Production - Satellites and Spacecraft Systems

Sierra Space•Englewood, CO

3d•$151,141 - $207,841•Onsite

About The Position

Sierra Space is expanding its satellite manufacturing plant in Englewood, Colorado, to provide production and test capabilities for future civil and national security satellite programs. The Senior Manager, Production will help establish and scale operations at this new manufacturing site, translating strategic and functional plans into operational objectives, processes, and workforce structures. The role oversees multiple disciplines or departments, manages large teams and complex cross-functional projects, and drives initiatives to develop Dove Valley as a center of excellence for satellite and spacecraft component manufacturing, assembly, integration, and test. The Senior Manager manages budgets supporting production and facility growth, contributes to financial planning, and interacts regularly with executive leadership on sensitive, complex, cross-functional, and customer matters. The position requires a bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience, typically 8 or more years of relevant experience with a significant portion in management or leadership, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. citizenship is required for the clearance. Advanced education and experience in satellite production, aerospace and defense, continuous improvement, and manufacturing principles are preferred. The position offers a base pay range of $151,141 to $207,841 and benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, and three weeks of paid time off.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree.
Typically 8 or more years of relevant work experience, with a significant portion in a managerial or leadership role.
Proven track record of successfully managing large teams and complex projects.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for the clearance.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to translate functional plans into operational plans and identify and execute operational initiatives.
In-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
Strong financial acumen and budget management skills.
Experience supporting organizational changes.
Ability to uphold and model company values and hold others accountable to them.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in a relevant field.
Extensive experience in the production of satellites and spacecraft components.
Demonstrated ability to lead through change and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Strong analytical skills and experience with data-driven decision-making.
Familiarity with advanced project management tools and methodologies.
Proven ability to interact effectively with executive leadership and external stakeholders.
Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, and/or Theory of Constraints manufacturing principles.
Understanding of assembly, integration, and test practices.
Background in the aerospace and defense industry, the U.S. Department of Defense, or the U.S. military.

Responsibilities

Translate functional plans into operational plans and objectives, and identify and execute operational initiatives.
Ensure execution in accordance with financial plans and manage assigned area budgets.
Lead and support change initiatives while modeling the company’s culture and values.
Manage activities across two or more disciplines or a department, directly supervising managers or individual contributors.
Drive the strategy and success of larger projects that contribute to multiple areas of the organization.
Provide guidance to subordinates to deliver operational results.
Contribute to financial planning and execute according to plans, goals, and priorities.
Interact regularly with leadership, including executives, on cross-functional or customer matters requiring persuasion in sensitive and complex situations.
Analyze complex issues requiring conceptual thinking and in-depth knowledge of organizational objectives.
Hold others accountable to company values.