Production Supervisor

CoAspire () is a cutting‑edge defense manufacturing leader in Northern Virginia, specializing in the precision assembly of advanced weapons systems. With over twelve years of a legacy of innovation, we’re at the forefront of building reliable, affordable mass weapons that protect and empower our nation’s warfighters. Our tight‑knit team thrives in a collaborative environment where safety, quality, and work‑life balance come first.

Join us to make a tangible impact on mission‑critical technology.

Production Supervisor – Oversight and management of the final stages of the weapon preparation team s on‑site leadership role monitors daily operations for warhead installation/verification, propellant fueling, final assembly, built‑in test (BIT), quality assurance, and preparation for shipment. The supervisor ensures schedule adherence, regulatory compliance, and high standards of safety/quality while providing documentation, reporting, and overall team leadership in a sensitive ammunition/ordnance environment.

• Day‑to‑day oversight of all aspects of final weapon preparation, assembly, testing and shipping.
• Follow programmatic schedules, monitor resources to ensure cost, timeline, and technical performance align with company and customer requirements.
• Participate in programmatic reviews and implement/improve various process improvements as the program matures.
• Oversee compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards, including routine audits, inspections, and adherence to company and customer specifications.
• Facilitate regular stakeholder communications to track program milestones and resolve challenges.
• Support and provide the necessary documentation to fulfill procedures involving supply chain management, contracting, and performance metrics on an as‑needed basis.

• 8+ years of production supervision experience in defense, ammunition, munitions, or explosives manufacturing environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent military/DoD experience).
• Strong skills in production scheduling, metrics tracking, and reporting (e.g., Excel, ERP/MRP systems).
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance (or the ability to obtain a clearance).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills in production and/or government‑regulated environments.

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent military/DoD experience).
• Experience in leading and/or overseeing teams handling ordnance, warheads, propellants, or final weapon assembly.

• Full benefits from day one: medical, dental and vision
• 401(k) with generous company match and immediate vesting
• PTO and Federal holidays

Apply now! We’re reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Let’s build the future together. No agencies, please.

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