Production Manager – UAS Manufacturing

About the role

DZYNE Technologies seeks a Production Manager to lead execution for assigned product lines during early build phases and transition to full-rate production. Initially reporting to Programs, this role manages day-to-day production activities for demo and low-rate builds while providing technical oversight and coordination with engineering. The Production Manager acts as the single point of accountability for product flow, schedule, and delivery performance across the value stream. This position works with NPI and programs teams to ensure readiness for future production ramps and continuity of leadership as the role transitions to Manufacturing.

Required Duties And Responsibilities

• Own daily execution and performance of assigned builds (demo, LRIP).
• Interface across Programs, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality to ensure technical and production requirements are met.
• Support technical aspects of builds: interpret engineering data, resolve build issues, and drive configuration control.
• Identify and remove blockers to flow; escalate risks early and implement corrective actions.
• Lead daily management, tier meetings, and production reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement using lean tools and structured problem solving.
• Prepare for production ramps and transition to full-rate manufacturing leadership.
• Track and report key metrics including schedule, WIP, throughput, on-time delivery, and internal lead-time (flow time).

Required Skills/Qualifications

• 5+ years in manufacturing leadership or technical program roles.
• Proven experience managing production performance and technical coordination.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and flow-based production.
• Experience in prototype/demo builds, NPI, and production ramp activities.
• Ability to work across functional boundaries and influence without authority.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling.
• Hands-on leadership style with technical problem-solving capability.

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred; Engineering or Operations preferred.

Clearance Level Required

None

Travel Required

Up to 10%

Working Conditions

The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment, to warehouse and other facilities.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: Must have the ability to stoop, stand, climb, occasionally lift a minimum of 25 lbs. Involves movement between departments, floors, and worksites to facilitate work.

Benefits

Our benefits are DZYNE’ed for your overall health and financial wellness. DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package. Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE. DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401(k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting.

Company Information

DZYNE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, DZYNE Technologies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.