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Production Manager

AST SpaceMobile · Midland, Texas, United States · On-site

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About AST SpaceMobile

The SpaceMobile Network Our BlueBird satellites provide full broadband directly to standard smartphones without specialized hardware or phone modifications. Make video calls, browse the web, and use your apps at 4G and 5G speeds from anywhere on Earth.

About the role

The Production Manager ensures manufacturing equipment, tools, and production processes operate efficiently, safely, and in alignment with organizational goals. This role oversees production scheduling, resource utilization, workflow optimization, and team performance to maintain quality, cost, and delivery targets. The Production Manager supports composites fabrication, structures assembly, and SLT operations while driving continuous improvement across the production environment.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, or a related technical field, equivalent experience considered
  • 3+ years of experience in production planning, manufacturing operations, or assembly environments
  • Experience supporting composites, structures, or precision assembly operations
  • Knowledge of quality management systems and ISO standards
  • At least 2 years of supervisory experience
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or possess valid U.S. work authorization
More about this role

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected.

The Production Manager ensures manufacturing equipment, tools, and production processes operate efficiently, safely, and in alignment with organizational goals. This role oversees production scheduling, resource utilization, workflow optimization, and team performance to maintain quality, cost, and delivery targets. The Production Manager supports composites fabrication, structures assembly, and SLT operations while driving continuous improvement across the production environment.

  • Oversight of front-line leadership and indirect employees' performance and KPI goals
  • Oversee and improve safety protocols and skills training as business growth continues
  • Demonstrated attendance management for a high-volume production...

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