Senior Project Manager – UAS Manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of manufacturing readiness plans, schedules, and integrated execution strategies for new product introduction programs
• Participate in all phases of New Product Introduction (NPI) activity - from early prototype builds through LRIP and manufacturing ramp-up
• Coordinate cross-functional execution across Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Design Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Supply Chain
• Facilitate large team planning sessions to establish scope, dependencies, resource requirements, and key milestones
• Prepare and maintain detailed project schedules; identify critical path, risks to schedule, and lead-time reduction opportunities
• Conduct project risk analysis and drive mitigation actions
• Work with functional managers to forecast and allocate resources across multiple concurrent projects
• Ensure completion and integration of manufacturing-related deliverables, including process flows, PFMEAs, control plans, work instructions, tooling/test readiness, and supplier readiness milestones
• Report project status, risks, and mitigation plans to senior and executive leadership
• Support disciplined documentation, configuration/change control, and communication practices
• Promote a positive, “can-do” attitude and collaborate effectively within a matrixed organization
• Work with product teams to transition development hardware into rate production environments
• Represent Manufacturing Program Management in cross-functional forums, readiness reviews, and gate discussions

Requirements

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Project Management, Operations Project Management, Manufacturing Readiness, NPI, or similar roles driving hardware into production
• Strong understanding of manufacturing readiness, production ramp planning, and operational project controls
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced Aerospace or Defense environment
• Demonstrated ability to interpret manufacturing and engineering data, including BOMs, process documentation, and supplier deliverables
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) tools and operational scheduling systems
• Ability to translate complex technical and operational concepts into clear communication for diverse audiences
• Familiarity with NPI frameworks, structured problem-solving methods, and manufacturing engineering practices
• Ability to maintain focus and execution discipline under high demand and rapidly changing conditions
• Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Engineering, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or related technical fields preferred
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Nice to have

• PMP certification preferred but not required
• Aerospace or Defense Contractor industry experience highly preferred

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.