Spacecraft Production Manager

Apex(28 days ago)

Los Angeles, CAOnsiteFull TimeManager$130,000 - $180,000Production

About this role

The Spacecraft Production Manager at Apex is responsible for leading high-volume manufacturing operations of satellite buses, managing production teams, and optimizing processes to meet aggressive timelines while ensuring high-quality standards. This hands-on leadership role requires fostering a culture of operational excellence through lean manufacturing principles and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams. The manager will drive continuous improvement, monitor performance metrics, and implement effective workforce planning strategies to support rapid production scaling in the aerospace industry.

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Required Skills

Production Management
Team Leadership
Lean Manufacturing
Continuous Improvement
Production Scheduling
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Process Optimization
KPI Monitoring
Safety Compliance
Equipment Reliability

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Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
7+ years of professional experience in a high-rate manufacturing/production environment

About Apex

www.apexspace.com

Apex is a cutting-edge satellite manufacturing company focused on accelerating the deployment of next-generation satellite constellations through its productized satellite platforms. Their product offerings, including Aries, Nova, and Comet, support diverse missions with payload capacities ranging from 100 to 1,000 kg, designed for operational compatibility across various orbital regimes. With a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, Factory One, located in Los Angeles, Apex is capable of producing over 200 satellite buses per year, emphasizing a commitment to high reliability and rapid delivery, ensuring that clients can configure and receive their satellites in weeks, not years.