Turion Space
Manufacturing Engineering
ProductionOperationsManager
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“Production Operations Manager at Turion Space. Skills: Production operations, Satellite production, Assembly integration, Test campaigns, Lean manufacturing. Own daily production scheduling. Execute shop floor operations”
What You'll Achieve.
Drive on-time delivery; Drive manufacturing quality; Drive operational efficiency; Scale production capacity
Industry & Context.
Root cause analysis; Corrective actions; Preventive actions
ITAR requirements
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in technical field, 6+ years manufacturing leadership experience, Direct supervision of production teams, Aerospace/defense production experience, AS9100 quality management knowledge, Aerospace workmanship standards knowledge, Proficiency with ERP systems, Lean manufacturing principles understanding, Read engineering drawings, Interpret assembly procedures, Interpret test specifications, Interpret technical documentation, Cross-functional communication skills
Nice to Have
Satellite hardware integration experience, Spacecraft hardware integration experience, Avionics hardware integration experience, Cleanroom operations familiarity, ESD controls familiarity, Flight hardware handling familiarity, Scaling low-volume production experience, PCBA manufacturing background, Wire harness fabrication background, Electromechanical assembly background, Supply chain coordination experience
What You'll Do.
Own daily production scheduling
Execute shop floor operations
Develop production plans
Maintain production plans
Implement corrective action plans
Manage departmental budget
Manage capital equipment requests
Maintain safe production environment
Maintain organized production environment
Maintain inspection-ready production environment
Ensure production activities comply with AS9100
Ensure production activities comply with SOPs
Ensure production activities comply with export controls
Collaborate with Quality team
Investigate non-conformances
Drive closure of CAPAs
Enforce workmanship standards
Enforce traceability requirements
Support customer audits
Support government audits
Identify production inefficiencies
Eliminate production inefficiencies
Drive initiatives to scale production
Build repeatable processes
Build documented processes
Partner with Engineering
Improve design-for-manufacturability
Support new product introductions
Implement ERP/MES utilization
Improve ERP/MES utilization
Lead integration technicians
Lead production support staff
Establish performance expectations
Conduct feedback sessions
Build development plans
Create cross-training matrix
Maintain cross-training matrix
Build accountability culture
Build precision culture
Build mission focus culture
Coordinate with Supply Chain
Coordinate component procurement
Coordinate delivery scheduling
Work with Systems Engineering
Work with Mission Operations
Translate design requirements
Provide production status
Identify production risks
Provide recovery plans
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Engineering; Supply Chain; Quality; Mission Operations; AIT leadership; Program stakeholders
Communication Scope
Presenting to leadership; Presenting to engineers; Presenting to customers; Presenting to auditors
Process & Methodology
Production scheduling, Resource planning
Full Job Description
We are currently seeking a Production Operations Manager. The Production Operations Manager is a critical hands-on leadership role within our Assembly Integration & Test (AIT) department. You will own end-to-end satellite production operations, from sub-assembly and integration through environmental test and pre-launch readiness. You will drive on-time delivery, manufacturing quality, and operational efficiency while building the processes and culture that enable Turion to scale. This role reports directly to the Director of AIT and works in close partnership with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Mission Operations. Key Responsibilities Production & Operations Leadership • Own daily production scheduling and shop floor execution across satellite integration, harness fabrication, electromechanical assembly, test campaigns, and cleanroom operations. • Develop and maintain production plans aligned with launch schedules, customer commitments, and business targets. • Monitor KPIs (schedule adherence, throughput, first-pass yield, scrap rate) and implement corrective action plans when targets are missed. • Manage departmental budget, headcount planning, and capital equipment requests in coordination with the Director, AIT. • Maintain a safe, organized, and inspection-ready production environment compliant with all workplace safety regulations. Quality & Compliance • Ensure all production activities comply with AS9100 quality management requirements, internal SOPs, and applicable export control regulations (ITAR/EAR). • Collaborate with the Quality team to investigate non-conformances, identify root causes, and drive closure of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs). • Enforce workmanship standards and traceability requirements throughout the integration and test flow. • Support customer and government audits, providing production data, process documentation, and facility access as required. Continuous Improvement & Scalability • Identify and eliminate production
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