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Relativity Space · 1 day ago

Production Manager, Engine Manufacturing

Long Beach, California

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$150K/yr - $165K/yr

7+ years exp

Relativity Space is focused on building rockets to meet today’s needs and future breakthroughs. As a Production Manager, you will oversee production operations, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery of hardware while leading a team and optimizing processes.

3D TechnologyAerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Lead production operations for your area, driving adherence to schedule, quality, and cost goals

Manage, coach, and develop a team of production supervisors, technicians, and leads, building strong frontline leadership capability

Partner with manufacturing engineering, planning, supply chain, and quality to quickly resolve production issues and eliminate recurring problems

Ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations, championing a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Own daily production metrics, including throughput, first-pass yield, and labor efficiency, and implement corrective actions when off-target

Drive implementation of process improvements, Lean initiatives, and best practices to prepare the area for future rate increases

Qualification

Production managementManufacturing processesLean manufacturingSix Sigma certificationERP/MRP systemsCommunicationProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skills

Required

7+ years of experience in aerospace, automotive, or other high-reliability production environments

3+ years of experience managing production teams, including direct supervision of supervisors or leads

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (assembly, integration, machining, or test) and ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions

Proven track record of delivering against aggressive production schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills; comfortable making decisions in a fast-paced environment