Integration Supervisor

Astrolab

Required skills

Production & Integration Supervision

Oversee daily production operations to execute machining, sub-assembly builds, and vehicle integration
Develop a comprehensive training platform to encompass aerospace and Astrolab specific processes.
Ensure adherence to manufacturing schedules, quality standards, and safety regulations
Coordinate with engineering, supply chain, and quality assurance to resolve technical issues rapidly
Implement Lean/6S manufacturing principles to optimize efficiency and reduce waste
Maintain adherence to AS9100 standards
Balance development initiatives with production goals

Team Leadership & Coordination

Direct cross-functional teams, including machinists, production technicians, and part expeditors
Foster a safety-first culture and enforce workplace safety policies
Mentor and train staff to develop operational excellence and mission readiness skills

Operational Planning & Reporting

Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for production and launch readiness
Manage budgets, staffing plans, and resource allocation for both production and launch site operations
Provide regular updates to senior leadership on schedule, risks, and mitigation strategies

Production & Integration Supervision

Oversee daily production operations to execute machining, sub-assembly builds, and vehicle integration
Develop a comprehensive training platform to encompass aerospace and Astrolab specific processes.
Ensure adherence to manufacturing schedules, quality standards, and safety regulations
Coordinate with engineering, supply chain, and quality assurance to resolve technical issues rapidly
Implement Lean/6S manufacturing principles to optimize efficiency and reduce waste
Maintain adherence to AS9100 standards
Balance development initiatives with production goals

Team Leadership & Coordination

Direct cross-functional teams, including machinists, production technicians, and part expeditors
Foster a safety-first culture and enforce workplace safety policies
Mentor and train staff to develop operational excellence and mission readiness skills

Operational Planning & Reporting

Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for production and launch readiness
Manage budgets, staffing plans, and resource allocation for both production and launch site operations
Provide regular updates to senior leadership on schedule, risks, and mitigation strategies

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, aerospace technology, or related field (or 4+ years of experience in these areas)
3+ years of experience in aerospace, spacecraft, or high-tech manufacturing operations
Proven leadership in production and integration in a clean room environment
Strong knowledge of aerospace hardware handling, cleanroom operations, industry standard manufacturing processes and flight hardware verification
Experience with Lean manufacturing, 6S, and continuous improvement methods
Exceptional communication and cross-team coordination skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with lunar surface mission hardware or robotic rover systems
Familiarity with launch site operations and coordination with space launch providers
Experience with taking a product through development to NPI production

Join a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
Equity ownership in the company
Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support
401(k) plan with company match
Flexible PTO and parental leave
Home office set up reimbursement
Weekly lunch stipend, plus complimentary snacks and beverages on-site
Once a month social hour on-site with food and drinks

Designs and builds robotic rovers for Moon and Mars exploration.

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