K2 Space
Head of Production
K2 Space, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
The Role
In this key leadership role, you will be responsible for the successful manufacturing operations at K2 Space. You will ensure the strategic operational execution of all hardware production, and oversee the Integration and Test, Production, and Supply Chain organizations who are responsible for the timely delivery of complete satellite buses and associated subsystems.
In your first 6 months, you will establish and configure company-wide product life cycle management software and factory materials resource planning software, as well as define best practices and company standards for manufacturing planning and production operations. In your first year, you will build out our production facilities, manage multi-million dollar contracts on capital equipment and facilities improvements, organize training opportunities, and implement new and novel production technologies. Within your first two years, you will lead the manufacturing teams from low to full rate production, whilst delivering integrated satellite buses and sub-systems in a safe and efficient manner.
Responsibilities
Scale satellite manufacturing from the initial satellite builds through to constellation-class manufacturing linesDevelop production manufacturing planning and build operational best practices from the ground up, from basic requirements to acceptance-tested, flight-ready hardwareOversee recruitment, hiring, and training of production and manufacturing engineering employees, including technical mentorship and company-wide safety skills trainingCreate and manage build schedules, resource planning, performance and cost metrics, and establish plans for continuous improvementCollaborate with senior engineering leadership to ensure that designs are manufacturable throughout the design and build process, and delivered to specificationDrive the integration and test of the spacecraft from subassembly integration all the way through to fully integrated spacecraft testingBuild and manage sourcing and supply chain teams that are responsible for supplier relationships and quality, and provide detailed cost breakdowns for proposalsCollaborate with design engineers, leaders, technicians and external customers to develop satellite product plansChampion positive and safety-focused workplace culture and production facilities
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, mathematics, or other relevant engineering discipline7+ years of experience leading and/or managing large teams on technically-complex projects throughout the development and build processDeep production and hardware manufacturing experience, including lean manufacturing principles, large and small structural assemblies, tooling, circuit boards and power electronics, harnessing, sensors, avionics, thermal systems, and production testing and material handlingExperience managing vendors, suppliers, and strategic technical partners
Nice to Have
10+ years of experience leading and/or managing large teams on technically-complex projects throughout the development and build processExperience with high volume manufacturing of complex assembliesExperience with solar module lines, battery manufacturing lines, and cleanroom production environmentsExperience with spacecraft integration and test, including subsystem checkouts and full spacecraft integrated testingUnderstanding of basic Production Operations tools – planning, scheduling, MRP/ERP, manpower planning, rate analysis, tooling, and PLM tools including TeamcenterExperience building manufacturing organizations around aerospace manufacturing standards such as AS9100D and standard metrology processesExcellent conflict resolution and negotiation skillsExperience with business development, proposal work, business capture, and contract discussionsActive Top-Secret Clearance and/or an active and current DoD Secret clearance and be SAP clearable
Compensation and Benefits:
Base salary range for this role is $150,000 - $215,000 + equity in the companySalary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience levelComprehensive benefits package including unlimited paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks
If you don’t meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to still apply! Building a spacecraft unlike any other requires a team unlike any other and non-traditional career twists and turns are encouraged! If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Equal Opportunity
K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.#J-18808-Ljbffr
In this key leadership role, you will be responsible for the successful manufacturing operations at K2 Space. You will ensure the strategic operational execution of all hardware production, and oversee the Integration and Test, Production, and Supply Chain organizations who are responsible for the timely delivery of complete satellite buses and associated subsystems.
In your first 6 months, you will establish and configure company-wide product life cycle management software and factory materials resource planning software, as well as define best practices and company standards for manufacturing planning and production operations. In your first year, you will build out our production facilities, manage multi-million dollar contracts on capital equipment and facilities improvements, organize training opportunities, and implement new and novel production technologies. Within your first two years, you will lead the manufacturing teams from low to full rate production, whilst delivering integrated satellite buses and sub-systems in a safe and efficient manner.
Responsibilities
Scale satellite manufacturing from the initial satellite builds through to constellation-class manufacturing linesDevelop production manufacturing planning and build operational best practices from the ground up, from basic requirements to acceptance-tested, flight-ready hardwareOversee recruitment, hiring, and training of production and manufacturing engineering employees, including technical mentorship and company-wide safety skills trainingCreate and manage build schedules, resource planning, performance and cost metrics, and establish plans for continuous improvementCollaborate with senior engineering leadership to ensure that designs are manufacturable throughout the design and build process, and delivered to specificationDrive the integration and test of the spacecraft from subassembly integration all the way through to fully integrated spacecraft testingBuild and manage sourcing and supply chain teams that are responsible for supplier relationships and quality, and provide detailed cost breakdowns for proposalsCollaborate with design engineers, leaders, technicians and external customers to develop satellite product plansChampion positive and safety-focused workplace culture and production facilities
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, mathematics, or other relevant engineering discipline7+ years of experience leading and/or managing large teams on technically-complex projects throughout the development and build processDeep production and hardware manufacturing experience, including lean manufacturing principles, large and small structural assemblies, tooling, circuit boards and power electronics, harnessing, sensors, avionics, thermal systems, and production testing and material handlingExperience managing vendors, suppliers, and strategic technical partners
Nice to Have
10+ years of experience leading and/or managing large teams on technically-complex projects throughout the development and build processExperience with high volume manufacturing of complex assembliesExperience with solar module lines, battery manufacturing lines, and cleanroom production environmentsExperience with spacecraft integration and test, including subsystem checkouts and full spacecraft integrated testingUnderstanding of basic Production Operations tools – planning, scheduling, MRP/ERP, manpower planning, rate analysis, tooling, and PLM tools including TeamcenterExperience building manufacturing organizations around aerospace manufacturing standards such as AS9100D and standard metrology processesExcellent conflict resolution and negotiation skillsExperience with business development, proposal work, business capture, and contract discussionsActive Top-Secret Clearance and/or an active and current DoD Secret clearance and be SAP clearable
Compensation and Benefits:
Base salary range for this role is $150,000 - $215,000 + equity in the companySalary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience levelComprehensive benefits package including unlimited paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks
If you don’t meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to still apply! Building a spacecraft unlike any other requires a team unlike any other and non-traditional career twists and turns are encouraged! If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Equal Opportunity
K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.#J-18808-Ljbffr