Manager Manufacturing (Aerospace & Defense)

About the role

The Manager, Manufacturing will lead a team whose primary focus is on execution of manufacturing processes, technical assessment of processes, maintaining a culture of compliance, and inspiring innovation within their functional group. At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world’s most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. Our strength lies in the people who make it possible—from engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world.

Responsibilities

• Develop and report on key production and quality metrics
• Manage and develop continuous improvements of KPI's
• Manage the production department to ensure the efficient production of the highest-quality products at the lowest cost in meeting customer demands
• Ensure safe and environmentally sound practices within all areas by championing safety systems and culture through best practices and employee involvement
• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to production personnel and supervisors
• Ensure that production capacity is used effectively to meet the daily production schedule
• Ensure that all production deadlines and deliveries are met
• Monitor and communicate daily production requirements
• Manage headcount for production workers within company policies to meet production plans, ramp-up and cost target

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or Science with four (4) years of experience in people management and six (6) years of experience in field
• OR Masters Degree in Business, Engineering, or Science with two (2) years of experience in people management and six (6) years of experience in field
• Experience with manufacturing processes and procedures
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Security Clearance

This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.

Benefits

We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That’s why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You’ll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you’re building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.

• Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
• 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
• Career Opportunity and Growth
• Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)
• 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave

Schedule

9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles