Production Manager – UAS Manufacturing

The Production Manager leads execution for assigned UAS product lines during early build phases and transition to full-rate production. They manage day-to-day production activities for demo and low-rate builds, providing technical oversight and coordination with engineering. Acting as the single point of accountability for product flow, schedule, and delivery performance, they work with NPI and programs teams to ensure readiness for future production ramps.

Responsibilities

• Own daily execution and performance of assigned builds (demo, LRIP).
• Interface across Programs, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality to ensure technical and production requirements are met.
• Support technical aspects of builds: interpret engineering data, resolve build issues, and drive configuration control.
• Identify and remove blockers to flow; escalate risks early and implement corrective actions.
• Lead daily management, tier meetings, and production reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement using lean tools and structured problem solving.
• Prepare for production ramps and transition to full-rate manufacturing leadership.
• Track and report key metrics including schedule, WIP, throughput, on-time delivery, and internal lead-time (flow time).

Requirements

• 5+ years in manufacturing leadership or technical program roles.
• Proven experience managing production performance and technical coordination.

Nice to have

• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and flow-based production.
• Experience in prototype/demo builds, NPI, and production ramp activities.
• Ability to work across functional boundaries and influence without authority.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling.
• Hands-on leadership style with technical problem-solving capability.

Benefits

• Our benefits are DZYNE’ed for your overall health and financial wellness. DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package. Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE. DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401 (k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting.