Deputy Manager - Prototype Manufacturing
Job in
Washington, District of Columbia, 20001, USA
Listing for:
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)
Full Time
position
Listed on 2025-11-18
Job specializations:
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Management
Operations Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
DescriptionAre you enthusiastic about contributing to Space Exploration and National Security missions?
Are you a creative thinker who loves solving difficult engineering challenges?
If so, we are seeking an Assistant Group Supervisor (Deputy Manager - Prototype Manufacturing) to work closely with the Group Supervisor to provide leadership, vision and strategic mentorship to the Mechanical Fabrication Group, within the Research and Exploratory Development Department. The AGS will provide support to recruit, develop and lead all aspects of a highly skilled workforce, work closely with the other Group, Assistant Group and Section Supervisors of the Department to create and sustain a culture of technical excellence, cross-enterprise collaboration, and innovation, lead and contribute technically to sponsor and internally funded work performed in the Group.
As an Assistant Group Supervisor (Deputy Manager - Prototype Manufacturing) you will...
Your primary reponsibility will be to work with the Group Supervisor to help lead an organization that fabricates hardware used to explore other planets and interstellar space through various NASA missions, as well as building prototype hardware, in support of our nation's national security interests around the world. We are passionate about building hardware to further the missions of our nation.
Our team is committed to high performance, high reliability and pushing the edges of technology.Perform as principal investigator, individual contributor and/or technical or project lead on mechanical fabrication-related projects including machining, sheet metal forming, welding, composites, and additive manufacturing.Working with the Group Supervisor, provide leadership for the Group to ensure effective execution of tasking within the Group while managing workload and coverage. Ensure staff are following best processes and practices including quality management while achieving timely completion of deliverables. Establish and promote a climate conducive to intellectual curiosity, creativity, innovation, collaboration, growth, productivity and respect for others.Supervise, lead and mentor staff. Recruit, develop, and retain a staff with superior technical capabilities. Define expectations, coach performance, conduct performance appraisals, and provide professional development. Coordinate training, develop and maintain critical staff skills, ensure assignment of work to staff is consistent with staff development and project needs. Identify and develop key talent for future leadership roles. Communicate often and effectively with staff, section supervisors and group supervisor.
Implement laboratory, department and branch policies and procedures. Work closely with the Group and Section Supervisors to create and sustain a culture of technical excellence, cross-enterprise collaboration, and innovation.Assist with defining, negotiating, allocating, and tracking Group level overhead and capital funding, office space and lab space. Work closely with Group and Sector representatives to forecast and understand resource needs and ensure cost effectiveness of the Group’s work.Assist the Group Supervisor with developing and maintaining a vision and strategy consistent with the Group, Department and Mission Area strategies and objectives. Build and ensure effective working relationships across the Department, Laboratory, and with external sponsors.QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you…
- Possess a B.S. Degree in a related scientific or engineering discipline or equivalent work experience.
- Have 10 + years of experience in mechanical fabrication, composites fabrication, additive manufacturing, or related activities.
- Have 2+ years of supervisory experience successfully leading, mentoring and developing a technical staff in solving complex problems
- Have demonstrated skills in leadership, organization, and planning along with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Have the ability to establish positive relationships and effectively interact with all levels of staff including support staff, engineering teams, customers, suppliers, and senior…
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