Sr Director, Production Operations - Satellite and Spacecrafts

For our client, we are seeking a Sr Director, Production Operations - Satellite and Spacecrafts to join the team of a leader in the Aerospace & Defense space.

This leader will own end-to-end production operations for satellite and spacecraft programs across multiple sites, with a focus on scaling manufacturing from development through repeatable high-rate production. The role will drive standardization, operational discipline, and capacity planning across facilities while improving time, cost, quality, and efficiency. This is a highly cross-functional leadership position with direct influence on internal manufacturing capability, site consolidation, and enterprise operating metrics.

Location:

Englewood, CO - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $216,886 – $298,217 annually

• Own manufacturing, assembly, integration, and test operations for satellite and spacecraft product lines across multiple production sites
• Develop and execute production strategies to scale satellite and spacecraft manufacturing from development programs into repeatable, high-rate production
• Standardize production processes, workflows, and operating systems across multiple facilities
• Lead capacity planning, facility buildout, and consolidation efforts for production operations
• Drive vertical integration initiatives by maturing internal manufacturing capabilities
• Select, implement, and mature manufacturing execution systems (MES) to support operational efficiency and real-time decision-making
• Establish and maintain enterprise production operating metrics focused on time, cost, quality, and efficiency

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, operations, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree
• 12+ years of experience in manufacturing, production, integration, or operations roles in complex technical industries, with a significant portion in senior leadership positions managing large teams and multi-site operations
• Active Top Secret Clearance or ability to attain TS
• Proven track record of successfully leading satellite, spacecraft, or complex aerospace system production operations at scale
• Strong background in satellite and spacecraft assembly, integration, and test (AIT) operations, and operational execution for complex electromechanical and aerospace systems
• Demonstrated experience scaling production operations from development programs into repeatable, high-rate manufacturing across multiple product lines or facilities

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
  
  Paid time off and holiday pay
• Flexible work hours and remote work options

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.