Senior Manager, Manufacturing Engineering

<p> </p> <h2><strong data-stringify-type="bold">About Epirus</strong></h2> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Epirus is a high-growth technology company dedicated to overcoming the asymmetric challenges inherent to the future of national security. Epirus' flagship product, Leonidas, is a software-defined system built using intelligent power management techniques which allow power-hungry systems to do more with less. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <h3><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":240}">Job Summary</span></h3> <p> </p> <p><span data-contrast="none">We are seeking a Senior Manager of Manufacturing to lead a high-performance production organization responsible for delivering world-class hardware at scale. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in fast-paced, engineering-intense environments and who brings a strong bias toward action, continuous improvement, and rigorous operational discipline. You will own day-to-day factory operations, drive throughput and yield, develop manufacturing talent, and partner cross-functionally to ensure we build products with unmatched quality, speed, and reliability. You will operate at the intersection of hardware, automation, quality, and operational excellence.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <h2><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2">Responsibilities</span></span></h2> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">Operational Leadership</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335559738":40,"335559739":0,"335559740":257}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="none">Lead all manufacturing operations including production, assembly, testing, material flow, and daily execution.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Translate company milestones into executable manufacturing plans with clear priorities and accountability.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Drive throughput, yields, schedule adherence, and cost targets through disciplined execution.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Build a culture of urgency, ownership, and problem-solving consistent with high-growth engineering organizations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">Production Management</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335559738":40,"335559739":0,"335559740":257}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="none">Optimize production lines for takt time, labor efficiency, and throughput.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Implement scalable processes that reduce variability and enable repeatable, high-quality builds.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Monitor KPIs and lead daily/weekly operational reviews to ensure performance to plan.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Serve as the escalation point for production issues and drive rapid resolution of blockers.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">Team Leadership & Development</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335559738":40,"335559739":0,"335559740":257}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="none">Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing manufacturing team across supervisors, leads, and operators.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Implement robust training, certification, and cross-training programs to maximize capability and flexibility.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Cultivate a safety-first culture with a deep commitment to continuous improvement.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">Manufacturing Engineering & Process Excellence</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335559738":40,"335559739":0,"335559740":257}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="none">Partner with ME, Quality, Supply Chain, and Design Engineering to scale up new products and processes for production.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Lead factory readiness for new product introduction (NPI), including line layout, tooling, equipment, and staffing.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Drive systematic root cause analysis and corrective actions (DMAIC, 8D, A3).</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Champion process documentation and standardization through high-quality work instructions and manufacturing procedures.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">Cross-Functional Collaboration</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335559738":40,"335559739":0,"335559740":257}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="none">Work closely with Supply Chain on material readiness, constraints, and supplier quality issues.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Partner with Quality to maintain world-class standards and drive improving FPY and DPPM.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Collaborate with Engineering to ensure manufacturability (DFM) and rapid design iteration.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> </ul> <h2>Basic Qualifications</h2> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="none">Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or equivalent; advanced degree preferred.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">6+ years of progressively responsible experience in hardware manufacturing, with 4+ years leading teams.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Proven success scaling production in fast-paced, engineering-driven environments.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Strong background in lean manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and structured problem-solving.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Experience with work order systems, MES, ERP, and real-time production reporting tools.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Demonstrated ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives with urgency and precision.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> </ul> <h2><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2">Preferred Qualifications</span></span></h2> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="none">Experience in aerospace, defense, EVs, robotics, or high-complexity electromechanical hardware.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Background in automation, robotics integration, or advanced manufacturing technologies.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Prior experience improving manufacturability through tooling, fixtures, or process optimization.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Strong data skills: ability to interpret KPIs and use data to guide decisions.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Ability to scale teams from early-stage prototype operations to full-rate production.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Additional Requirements </span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to travel up to 10%, including potential international travel. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":278,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Flexibility to adapt to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":278,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">ITAR REQUIREMENTS</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":257}"> </span></strong></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you 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. Learn more about the ITAR </span><a href="https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/ddtc_public/ddtc_public?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">here</span></span></a><span data-contrast="auto">.  </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":278,"335559991":360}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">At Epirus, you’ll work with technical peers and great people—and get first crack at some of the defining technology challenges of our time. Here, “impossible” is just a challenge. We're a diverse, fast-growing team of change-makers fueling the future of energy with revolutionary solutions. </span><a href="https://www.epirusinc.com/open-roles"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Join us and rewrite the rules.</span></span></a><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":257}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":257}"> </span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><em data-stringify-type="italic">As required by the Equal Pay Transparency Act, Epirus provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. </em></div><div class="title">For the state of California only, the range of starting pay for this role is: </div><div class="pay-range"><span>$168,700</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$198,800 USD</span></div></div></div>