Production Manager - CNC

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you’re not just part of the system – you’re a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation’s defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If you’re driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you’ll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let’s redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond! Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Production Manager  to join our growing team. Reporting to the General Manager, the Production Manager will work with the 1st shift and 2nd shift leads to manage and lead the day-to-day operations of a high precision and fast-paced Machine Shop. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering aggressive production numbers while maintaining a high standard of safety and quality. The Production Manager must have a strong working knowledge of  Haas, Grob, Kern and Mazak CNC Machines. They must have excellent experience in people leadership, managing in a metrics-driven environment, and a knowledge of CAN machine set-up and running protocols. Key Duties and Responsibilities Daily, weekly, and monthly staffing scheduling and management to ensure programs and projects are adequately resourced with the required skillset. Run the day-to-day tasks and provide metrics showing results and progress daily. Drive consistent adherence to an improvement of production processes to ensure world-class quality product standards. Lead manufacturing activities and represent the workforce to accomplish schedule and quality objectives for the shop floor. Implement 6S program and protocols following Company standards. Assign daily tasks to machinists and manage task execution. Assure the timeliness and accuracy of work orders. Analyze and resolve work problems. Lead team members and establish teamwork between departments. Maintain documentation in an orderly manner. Requirements 10+ years of experience in a CNC machining environment in the aerospace, medical, or other manufacturing sectors. 5+ years leadership experience in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment. 5+ years of experience with CAD/CAM (Mastercam, Hypermill) software and manufacturing processes. Experience with geometric dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Experience with everyday work holding tools and a good understanding of setup best practices. Strong leadership and project management skills. Leadership experience with demonstrated performance driving continuous improvement with MRP/ERP. Experience leading the troubleshooting, diagnosis, and resolution of manufacturing issues. Excellent understanding of CNC setup and operation in both prototype and production settings. Fluent in G-code (Haas/Fanuc) and Siemen’s programming languages or a strong understanding. Must be fluent with Excel, word and other Microsoft based office software. Familiarity with CNC machine operation, processes, best practices, and maintenance. Capable of creating new machine setups for location and work holding using industry best practices. U.S. Person or lawful permanent resident to comply with U.S. government space technology export regulations. Benefits 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents 401(k) Match Flexible Time Off (FTO) Education Reimbursement Competitive Paid Parental Leave Salary Range $120,000-$145,000 Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off (FTO), covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!      About Terran Orbital Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com Physical Demands An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage. Work Environment The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners. Disclaimers To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance. Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@terranorbital.com. Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation. And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.