$170,000–$200,000 Per Year
Aerospace and Defense, Automation System Development, Business Strategy, Cross-Functional, Energy Engineering, Facilities Planning, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Cost, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Systems, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Metrics, Nuclear Engineering, Operations Planning, Organizational Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Production Planning, Production Systems, Project/Program Management, Quality Management, Supply Chain, Systems Engineering, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design
The Director of Manufacturing is responsible for building and leading the organization's manufacturing function, transforming advanced engineering designs into scalable, high-quality production operations. This role drives manufacturing strategy, industrialization, and operational execution while establishing the capabilities required to support commercialization and long-term growth in a highly technical environment.
Client Details
This is an early‑stage energy technology company focused on delivering resilient, flexible power solutions for critical applications. The organization is well‑funded, growing rapidly, and operating at the intersection of advanced hardware, software, and infrastructure.
Description
In this role you will report directly into Senior Leadership and will be responsible for:
- Developing and executing the overall manufacturing strategy, roadmap, and organizational structure
- Building the manufacturing organization, including leadership team, staffing plans, and operational capabilities
- Establishing production processes, workflows, and quality controls for advanced energy systems and engineered products
- Leading the transition from engineering development to commercial production and scaling operations
- Driving manufacturing performance across cost, quality, throughput, and delivery metrics
- Developing and implementing manufacturing engineering capabilities, including design-for-manufacture and process optimization
- Leading industrialization efforts, including tooling, automation, and production system development
- Overseeing factory planning, facility development, equipment installation, and operational readiness
- Partnering with engineering, supply chain, quality, and program management teams to ensure manufacturability and production success
- Building long-term manufacturing capabilities to support future reactor components and advanced fuel production operations
Profile
The successful candidate will have:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related technical discipline
- 15+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, including building and scaling organizations
- Proven experience transitioning complex products from development into production
- Strong expertise in manufacturing engineering, industrialization, and operational excellence
- Experience establishing production facilities, systems, and manufacturing processes
- Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in complex technical environments
- Strong leadership, organizational, and strategic execution capabilities
- Experience in advanced manufacturing, energy, aerospace, nuclear, or similarly regulated industries preferred
Job Offer
The candidate will receive...
- Relocation assistance available
- Competitive salary and potential for salary growth
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and vacation/sick leave
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
- A positive work environment that values collaboration and innovation
- Work-life balance and flexible scheduling options
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and resources
- Engaging and challenging projects that foster skill development
- Supportive and inclusive company culture
- Networking opportunities within the industry
- Potential for performance-based bonuses or incentives.
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