layiq

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Manufacturing Manager at Voyager Technologies, Inc. | LAYIQ

Manage day-to-day manufacturing and test operations in support of development programs, low-rate builds, and prototype fabrication
Support development of manufacturing readiness roadmaps aligned with program maturity gates and MRL advancement
Manage and maintain facility equipment and tooling inventory, ensuring availability and readiness to support development program schedules
Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs for manufacturing equipment, test fixtures, and specialized tooling
Coordinate equipment qualification and requalification activities as required by program or quality standards
Own the facility CAPEX budget, including identifying, justifying, and prioritizing capital investments in equipment, tooling, and infrastructure to support development operations growth
Partner with engineering and program teams to forecast tooling and equipment needs aligned with upcoming program phases and MRL advancement
Ensure facility capabilities support current and future development program designs; identify and drive facility improvement actions
Supervise, coach, and develop production technicians through frontline leadership; deliver training materials and maintain training records
Manage business processes to measure and improve overall production performance; update departmental procedures as required
Utilize key quality metrics and trend data to initiate improvements in overall quality performance
Participate in support of product Failure Modes and Effects Analyses (FMEAs)
Support Manufacturing Readiness Level Assessments (MRLAs) at supplier and in-house facilities
Lead and support Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations
Support Hardware Acceptance Reviews (HARs) and Pre-Ship Reviews
Collaborate cross-functionally with safety, design engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain teams to drive integrated manufacturing execution
Actively participate in the change management process to implement process and design improvements
Support internal and external audits and program status reviews
Other related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level
Positive, cooperative, self-motivated, and professional behavior with a strong commitment to team execution
Eight (8) to twelve (12) years of related professional experience in Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or a relevant discipline
Proven experience leading and mentoring manufacturing or operations personnel in a DoD or aerospace environment, including development or prototype program support
Experience supporting manufacturing in a development or prototype environment, including low-rate, first-article, and early-stage hardware builds
Comfortable operating in a dynamic, rapidly evolving program environment with shifting priorities and ambiguous requirements
Experience managing facility CAPEX planning and execution, including business case development and capital investment justification
Demonstrated ability to manage workload across self and team, delegate effectively, and operate with limited supervision across multiple functional organizations
Experience with non-conformance processes including root cause, corrective/preventive action, and MRB activities
Experience with AS9100, AS9102, and/or ISO 9001 quality management standards
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Skills
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; able to engage and influence across engineering, quality, supply chain, and program office stakeholders
Experience identifying manufacturing process improvements using quantitative and qualitative analysis
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) experience
Supplier evaluation and auditing capability
Experience with program management tools and techniques to manage cost, technical, and schedule requirements in development program environments
Involvement and experience in Lean Manufacturing principles applied in development or low-rate production environments
Familiarity with equipment lifecycle management, maintenance planning, and tooling configuration control in an aerospace or defense manufacturing environment
EVMS Control Account Manager (CAM) experience — strongly preferred given development program context
Strong RCCA, FAI, and MRLA skills — critical in development operations where first-article and qualification builds are frequent
CQE and/or CQA certification (preferred)
Lean Certification (preferred)
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) or relevant discipline from an accredited college/university. May consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
Preferred: Master’s degree in a STEM field or relevant discipline from an accredited college/university.
Other
Must be able to travel approximately 25% of the time
Preferred: Rocket motor manufacturing and test experience
Preferred: Experience with facility design and setup
Preferred: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.
Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment
Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
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