Avionics Production Lead/Manager

Insight Global; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an experienced Avionics Production Manager to lead a high-performing team through the full hardware lifecycle. You will drive manufacturing, assembly, and vehicle integration of flight hardware, including wire harnessing, PCBAs, avionics box builds, and final integration on flight vehicles.

The role requires 8+ years in aerospace manufacturing or design and 5+ years in direct supervision, with strong problem-solving and cross-functional communication skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in aerospace manufacturing or design with wire harnessing, PCBAs, EEE parts, and electromechanical assemblies.
• 5+ years of direct supervisory experience leading engineers and technicians.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Direct, mentor, and develop a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, technicians, and production staff.
• Manage daily production tasks, adjust workflows, and balance priorities to meet timelines.
• Collaborate with Avionics Leadership to align goals with program milestones.
• Oversee engineering procedures, review drawings, and ensure aerospace standards.
• Lead root-cause analysis and cross-functional teams to close non-conformances.
• Develop and improve production processes to optimize efficiency.
• Manage budgets, forecast staffing, and justify capital equipment purchases.
• Partner with supply chain to resolve procurement constraints and inventory bottlenecks.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Engineering drawings interpretation

Root-cause analysis

Cross-functional communication

Problem solving

MES experience

MS Project

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering

Master’s degree or Lean Six Sigma certification

Tools

Boltline (MES)

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Avionics Production Manager to lead our high-performing production team through the full hardware lifecycle. In this role, you will drive the manufacturing, assembly, and vehicle integration of critical flight hardware in a fast-paced environment. The primary focus of this position is overseeing the production of flight/test wire harnessing, printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), avionics box builds, and the final avionics integration onto our flight vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Direct, mentor, and develop a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, technicians, and production staff.
• Manage daily production tasks, adjust workflows dynamically, and balance multiple priorities to meet shifting timelines.
• Collaborate with Avionics Leadership to align daily operational goals with long-term program milestones.
• Oversee engineering procedures, review technical drawings, and ensure strict adherence to aerospace standards.
• Champion root-cause analysis and lead cross-functional teams to track, manage, and resolve hardware and production non-conformances to closure.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve production processes to optimize efficiency across teams.
• Manage department budgets, forecast staffing needs, and justify capital equipment purchases.
• Partner with supply chain teams to submit, track, and resolve procurement constraints and inventory bottlenecks.

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 8+ years in aerospace manufacturing or design, with specific expertise in wire harnessing, PCBAs, EEE parts, and electromechanical assemblies.
• 5+ years of direct supervisory experience leading engineers and technicians.
• Proven ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications, and procedures.
• Exceptional problem-solving, root-cause analysis, and cross-functional communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with a willingness to learn and adapt to evolving program/mission requirements.
• Master’s degree or certified training in management principles (e.g., conflict resolution, financial management, Lean Six Sigma).
• Hands‑on experience using Boltline or equivalent manufacturing execution systems (MES) and production tracking tools.
• Proficiency in project scheduling software such as MS Project or equivalent.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].