Director of Advanced Manufacturing & Automation

X-Bow Launch Systems Inc.; Luling (TX); Hybride; USD 160 000 - 230 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

X-Bow Launch Systems Inc. is seeking a Director of Advanced Manufacturing to lead the design, implementation, and scaling of advanced, lights-out manufacturing capabilities.

The role focuses on industrial automation, MES/ERP integration, and data-driven operations to drive reliability and efficiency. The candidate will guide cross-functional teams through commissioning, validation, and ramp-up of new processes while ensuring safety compliance and continuous improvement across facilities,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
• 10+ years in advanced manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience launching and operating automated manufacturing facilities.
• Strong knowledge of industrial automation technologies (robotics, machine vision, PLCs).
• Experience with MES, ERP systems, and real-time data analytics.
• Excellent project management and leadership skills.
• Strong understanding of safety and regulatory compliance in manufacturing.
• Preferred experience in high-hazard environments (aerospace, defense, chemicals).
• Familiarity with digital twin, generative design, and APC.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute the advanced manufacturing strategy aligned with company goals.
• Lead the transformation towards lights-out manufacturing with minimal human intervention.
• Oversee selection, installation and integration of robotics, PLCs, machine vision, and networks.
• Manage MES, ERP integration and real-time production data systems.
• Design and improve reliable, repeatable manufacturing processes and operating limits.
• Implement predictive and preventive maintenance for equipment reliability.
• Lead cross-functional teams through commissioning, validation and ramp-up of new processes.
• Manage budgets, timelines and vendor relationships for manufacturing projects.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance across all processes.
• Implement OT cybersecurity measures for automated systems.
• Utilize OEE, downtime analysis, quality monitoring for continuous improvement.
• Apply computer vision and data analytics for real-time defect detection.
• Mentor and develop manufacturing engineers and automation specialists.
• Foster innovation, collaboration, and excellence in operations.

Connaissances

Robotics

Machine Vision

PLCs

Industrial Automation

MES ERP

Data Analytics

Project Management

Safety & Compliance

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Outils

MES

ERP systems

Real-time data analytics

Description du poste

X-Bow Launch Systems Inc. is seeking a Director of Advanced Manufacturing to lead the design, implementation, and scaling of advanced, lights-out manufacturing capabilities.

The role focuses on industrial automation, MES/ERP integration, and data-driven operations to drive reliability and efficiency. The candidate will guide cross-functional teams through commissioning, validation, and ramp-up of new processes while ensuring safety compliance and continuous improvement across facilities,