Deputy Production Manager

TAMPA MICROWAVE; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Yearly incentive bonus program

401(k) with company match

PTO and 10 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Medical/dental/vision insurance

9/80 work schedule

Onsite

Job summary

Tampa Microwave, a leading defense-focused manufacturer in Clearwater, FL, seeks a Deputy Production Manager to coordinate production activities across planning, production and test. You will manage test assets, procurement, outsourcing, and ensure smooth transitions from development to production while maintaining compliance and readiness.

The role interfaces with Program and Product Management and requires US citizenship, security clearance eligibility, and 5+ years in complex

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Secret Level Security Clearance upon hire.
• AS degree or military equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in integration and test of complex digital/microwave hardware.
• Ability to lift test equipment up to 25 lbs and some domestic travel may be required.
• Familiarity with RF test equipment (DMMs, signal generators, VNAs, spectrum analyzers).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Fluent in English (written and oral).
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production administrative infrastructure, schedules, trackers, metrics, and documentation control.
• Maintain production project plans across outsourcing, capacity expansion, and process changes; track actions to completion.
• Prepare and present department status updates, metrics, and readiness reviews to leadership.
• Manage test assets and equipment inventory, calibration scheduling, and maintenance.
• Coordinate procurement of production equipment, tooling, materials, and services; track orders to receipt.
• Lead outsourcing projects with vendor coordination, statements of work, and first‑article review support.
• Serve as the production interface to Program and Product Management for new product releases; ensure production readiness for launches.

Skills

Production coordination

Test assets management

Procurement & outsourcing

NPI / Transition to production

Quality & compliance

RF test equipment familiarity

Education

AS degree or military equivalent

Tools

DMMs

Signal generators

VNAs

Spectrum analyzers

RF test equipment

Job description

Tampa Microwave is a leading manufacturer and supplier of Manpack & Fly Away satellite terminals designed and built for the expeditionary user community to guarantee communications connectivity in the most austere environments. Tampa Microwave primarily serves Federal and Department of Defense markets.

We are seeking a Deputy Production Manager for our Clearwater, FL location. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this role supports Production and Operations by coordinating activities across Planning, Production, and Test. The DPM manages test equipment and assets, oversees procurement and outsourcing efforts, and ensures new products transition smoothly from development into production. Acting as a key link between Production, Program Management, and Product Management, the DPM ensures production readiness, proper documentation, and logistics throughout each product launch.

Top Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Yearly Incentive Bonus Program
• Generous 401(k) program - up to 5% company contribution and 100% immediate vesting
• PTO and 10 paid holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid parental leave policy
• Medical/dental/vision insurance for self & eligible family members
• 9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off)
• Onsite

Responsibilities:

Production Coordination & Administration

• Manage production administrative infrastructure, including schedules, trackers, metrics, status reporting, and documentation control
• Maintain production project plans across departments for outsourcing, capacity expansion, and process changes; track actions through completion
• Prepare and present department‑level status updates, metrics, and readiness reviews to leadership

Test Assets & Equipment Management

• Support management of test assets and equipment inventory, including allocation, calibration scheduling, and maintenance
• Coordinate acquisition of new test equipment and fixtures for production capacity and new product needs

Procurement & Outsourcing

• Initiate and manage procurements for production equipment, tooling, materials, and services; track purchase requests through receipt
• Lead outsourcing projects, including vendor coordination, statements of work, deliverable tracking, and first‑article review support

New Product Introduction (NPI) / Transition to Production

• Serve as the production‑side interface to Program and Product Management for new product releases
• Coordinate production readiness for launches, including documentation packages, ATPs, work instructions, test station setup, training, and material availability
• Ensure an organized, complete handoff from development to production by tracking and resolving open items during initial production runs

Quality & Compliance

• Support first‑pass yield tracking, root‑cause coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure production documentation and processes comply with ITAR/EAR export control requirements

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's operating policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include workforce/staffing plans, ensuring staff is performing to expectations, interviewing, hiring, training, and developing employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; preparing performance appraisals, rewarding, and providing for employee discipline when required; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Active mentoring and development of staff is critical element of the supervisory responsibilities. Maintain a high ethical standard of practice, including compliance with all company procedures.

Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Secret Level Security Clearance upon hire as required
• AS degree or military equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in the integration and test of complex digital/ microwave hardware.
• Ability to lift test equipment and hardware p to 25 lbs. Some domestic travel may be required.
• Ability to use DMMs, signal generators, VNAs, spectrum analyzers, as well other RF test equipment.
• Familiarity and ability to use Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work overtime as business needs require.
• Fluent in the English language- written and oral
• Ability to comply with all Company guidelines, policies, and procedures and embrace Company Core Values.

Tampa Microwave is committed to non-discrimination as applicable under federal and state laws. We are an E-Verify Employer.

If you need accommodation or assistance to apply for a position with Tampa Microwave, please call Human Resources at 727-551-4834.