Satellite Production Manager – AIT & Ops

Entrepreneur First; Harwell; On-site; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading space technology company in Harwell is hiring a Production Manager to oversee daily operations of satellite production. The successful candidate will lead a team, ensuring effective management of satellite assembly, integration, and test activities. Key responsibilities include managing production KPIs, maintaining quality and safety standards, and coordinating with engineering and supply chain. This full-time position requires a strong background in production operations and a decisive approach to leadership.

Benefits

Cutting edge technology work

Mission-driven company

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of day-to-day production operations in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Ability to lead team leads and maintain consistency across a shift-based operation.
• Solid understanding of production KPIs, capacity planning, and operational risk management.

Responsibilities

• Running the day-to-day operation of AIT production across all shifts.
• Translating production plans into shift rotas, priorities, and staffing coverage.
• Leading and supporting Production Team Leads to deliver safely, on time, and to quality.

Skills

Production operations knowledge

Team leadership

Customer relations

Operational risk management

ERP systems knowledge

Quality systems understanding

Job description

A leading space technology company in Harwell is hiring a Production Manager to oversee daily operations of satellite production. The successful candidate will lead a team, ensuring effective management of satellite assembly, integration, and test activities. Key responsibilities include managing production KPIs, maintaining quality and safety standards, and coordinating with engineering and supply chain. This full-time position requires a strong background in production operations and a decisive approach to leadership.