Manufacturing Launch Project Manager; Electronics Assembly

Our client, Moodro (  ), is a rapidly growing defense technology company developing autonomous counter‑UAS solutions designed to operate in real combat conditions and support frontline units.

• Moodro systems are actively used by combat units in operational environments
• The company has already delivered a significant number of electronic warfare (EW) and signals intelligence (SIGINT) stations to the field
• Its technologies have received official NATO codification and validation from relevant operational units
• The team includes veterans and engineers who regularly test and refine solutions in real field conditions

We are seeking a highly capable Operations Project Manager to lead the end-to-end launch of a new U.S.

-based manufacturing and operational facility focused on low-volume electronics assembly and hardware integration. This role is responsible for building operational infrastructure from the ground up and serving as the central coordination point between internal teams, external vendors, and Ukrainian partners across both the U.S. and Ukraine.

This is a foundational role in a fast-moving startup environment and requires a strong builder mindset, excellent execution capability, and comfort operating in ambiguity.

This position will require approximately 10% domestic and international travel to support cross-functional coordination, site readiness, and stakeholder alignment.

• Opportunity to contribute to life-saving technology and meaningful real-world impact
• Join a fast-growing company at an exciting stage of expansion
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with strong cross-functional partnership
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of emerging technologies and hardware innovation
• High concentration of smart, talented, and mission-driven people

• Lead the identification, evaluation, and setup of an operational/manufacturing site in the U.S.
• Coordinate build‑out, layout planning, and readiness of the facility for production activities
• Manage relationships with contractors, vendors, landlords, and service providers
• Oversee installation of basic infrastructure (equipment setup, utilities, workspace organization)
• Ensure operational readiness for initial production or assembly activities

• Support company setup and regulatory compliance activities in the U.S. (state and federal requirements)
• Coordinate business registrations, permits, and operational licensing as required
• Manage contract lifecycle with vendors and service providers (drafting support, review coordination, execution tracking)
• Ensure compliance with local operational, labor, and safety requirements

• Track and manage operational expenditures related to facility setup and early operations
• Maintain budget visibility across vendors, contractors, and project phases
• Collaborate with finance/accounting teams on invoicing, payments, and reporting
• Flag risks related to cost overruns and support corrective actions

• Support recruitment of first operational and production hires
• Coordinate onboarding processes and initial employee integration
• Assist in defining basic operational roles and responsibilities on-site
• Ensure smooth transition of new hires into operational workflows

• Coordinate with Ukrainian partners and leadership teams.
• Translate business priorities into actionable operational tasks across geographies
• Track execution timelines and ensure accountability across stakeholders
• Proactively identify blockers and drive resolution in real time
• Maintain clear and structured communication across all involved teams

• 3–7+ years of experience in operations, project management, or startup/industrial launch environments
• Proven track record of launching operations, facilities, or new business units from scratch (greenfield experience strongly preferred)
• Experience working in small to mid-sized companies or high-growth startups
• Hands‑on operational…