Forward Deployed Data X Manager

Panasonic Avionics Corporation; De Soto, Sparks (KS, NV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits—medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company matching

Paid Time-Off

Educational Assistance

Employee Recognition Program

Annual Bonus Program

On-site Food Options

Job summary

Panasonic Avionics Corporation is seeking a Forward Deployed DataX Manager in De Soto, Kansas. This pivotal role involves delivering data solutions for EV battery manufacturing, directly influencing factory operations by translating production challenges into deployable data solutions.

The candidate will lead and mentor teams, manage complex data projects, and work hands-on in a dynamic manufacturing environment, with onsite requirements and the potential for travel.

A strong background in data engineering and team leadership is essential for success in this position, alongside a relevant degree.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in data engineering, analytics, AI, or software delivery.
• 2+ years leading teams or owning large customer-facing deployments.
• Strong hands-on proficiency with cloud-based data solutions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end data solutions that improve factory operations.
• Lead and mentor forward-deployed data engineers and analytics teams.
• Manage execution under real-world factory constraints.

Skills

Data engineering

Analytics

AI

Software delivery

Cloud-based data solutions

SQL

Python

Tableau

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science or Mathematics

Graduate degree

Engineering degree in Computer Science

AWS, Azure, Palantir certifications

Tools

AWS

Azure

Palantir Foundry

Kafka

Kinesis

Job description

Overview

Panasonic Energy is seeking a Forward Deployed DataX Manager to report to the Director of Digital Manufacturing. The role is responsible for delivering end‑to‑end data solutions that improve factory operations by translating production challenges—such as yield loss, scrap, downtime, and traceability gaps—into production‑grade, near real‑time data products. The manager will work hands‑on on the factory floor in EV battery manufacturing facilities at Sparks, NV or De Soto, KS.

Responsibilities

• Mandatory on‑site embedded role within EV battery manufacturing facilities. • Serve as the single accountable team leader for forward‑deployed DataX outcomes. • Work directly on the factory floor with manufacturing, quality, and operations teams. • Translate production problems into deployable data solutions. • Lead end‑to‑end delivery of data products from discovery to production. • Design and deploy production‑grade data pipelines across MES, equipment, historians, quality, CMMS, SCADA, and inspection systems. • Implement event‑driven and near‑real‑time analytics for operational decision‑making. • Build and operationalize solutions using platforms such as AWS, Azure, Palantir Foundry or similar. • Model manufacturing entities such as cells, lots, batches, equipment states, and genealogy. • Develop operational dashboards and analytical applications used daily by engineers and operators. • Lead and mentor forward‑deployed data engineers, analytics engineers, and data scientists. • Manage execution under real‑world factory constraints. • Travel and extended on‑site assignments are a core requirement.

• Supervisory responsibilities include direct leadership and day‑to‑day oversight of forward‑deployed data teams and coordination of work across engineering and analytics functions.
• Mentors and develops team members through hands‑on guidance, technical leadership, and on‑site collaboration in live factory environments.
• Oversees external vendors and contractors supporting forward‑deployed data solutions, ensuring alignment with project objectives and delivery standards.
• Serves as a technical leader for the DataX team, balancing innovation with operational requirements.

• Occasional local travel between company facilities as required to support operational needs.
• Up to 20% travel required.

• PPE may include a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit with respirator.

Qualifications

Education, Certifications, and Licenses

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science or Mathematics (required).
• Engineering degree in Computer Science (preferred).
• AWS, Azure, Palantir, AI certifications (preferred).
• Prior experience in Data Science (preferred).
• Prior experience in Manufacturing, Industrial or Software Solutions (preferred).

Essential Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in data engineering, analytics, AI, or software delivery.
• 2+ years leading teams or owning large customer‑facing deployments.
• Graduate degree is mandatory.
• Strong hands‑on proficiency with cloud‑based data solutions—AWS (S3, EC2, IAM, Lambda, Glue, Redshift, Athena), Palantir, Azure, etc.
• Experience building and operating ETL / ELT pipelines at manufacturing scale.
• Hands‑on experience with event‑based platforms (Kafka, Kinesis, or equivalent).
• Proficiency in Palantir Foundry, including pipelines, ontologies, and applications.
• Strong experience with Tableau for operational and executive dashboards.
• Proficiency in SQL and Python.
• Experience integrating MES, historians, PLC‑adjacent data, and quality systems.
• Familiarity with EV battery manufacturing processes (cell, formation, aging, test, genealogy) is a plus.
• Comfortable operating in ambiguous, high‑pressure, production environments.
• Willingness and ability to meet mandatory on‑site and travel requirements.

Physical Demands

Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:

• Sit: 10%
• Walk: 50%
• Stand: 40%

Required lifting and carrying:

• Up to 10 lbs.: Continuous
• Up to 20 lbs.: Frequent
• Up to 35 lbs.: Frequent
• Team‑lift only (over 35 lbs.): Occasional

Benefits & Perks

• Health Benefits—medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, HSAs and FSAs.
• Voluntary Benefits—life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, pet insurance.
• Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP)—401(k) with company matching and immediate vesting.
• Paid Time‑Off—vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, parental & caregiver leave.
• Educational Assistance—tuition reimbursement for job‑related courses after six months of service.
• Health Management and Well‑being Programs—Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, fertility resources.
• Employee Recognition Program—High5 platform and annual awards.
• Annual Bonus Program—performance‑based bonus.
• On‑site Food Options—cafés, snack and beverage kitchens, vendor visits and employee events.

Location

De Soto, Kansas (outside the Kansas City Metro). The role requires on‑site presence and up to 20% travel.

Supplemental Information

Pre‑employment drug testing is required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only respond to candidates of interest.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Panasonic Energy is an equal‑opportunity employer and values diverse cultural perspectives.