IPT Lead - EPS Module Manufacturing

Terran Orbital Corporation; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage (

401(k) match

Flexible Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Employee referrals

Maternity/Paternity leave

Job summary

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced IPT Lead - Module Manufacturing - Electrical Power Systems to oversee end-to-end battery pack production with a focus on quality and on‑time delivery. Reporting to the Product Director, EPS, you will lead a multi-disciplinary team and partner with cross-functional leadership on material planning and test software development.

You will drive process improvements, mentor staff on manufacturing standards and ensure regulatory compliance while building

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering.
• 10+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment developing key build procedures and at least 2 years' experience managing manufacturing teams.
• Experience with welding equipment for battery pack production and safety.
• Experience implementing 6S process improvements.
• Experience reporting on key production metrics to leadership as well as developing dashboard trackers.
• Experience with manufacturing software such as AEGIS or Manufacturo as well as MES and ERP tools.
• U.S. Person or lawful permanent resident to comply with U.S. government space technology export regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-disciplinary team of technicians and manufacturing engineers.
• Drive process improvements in area of material handling, production line improvements and test management as well as identify key areas for 6S improvements and implementation.
• Work with cross-functional leadership on material ordering, planning and test software development.
• Work with quality to implement control improvements and disposition of non-conformance hardware.
• Mentor and support engineering staff in areas of depth of knowledge, manufacturing standards and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and maintain production reporting dashboards including material tracking, deliveries, yield rates and be able to showcase improvements over time.
• Support new product introductions and pilot builds by establishing repeatable processes and clear documentation.

Skills

Team leadership

Manufacturing

Welding

6S

Dashboard reporting

MES/ERP

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering

Tools

AEGIS

Manufacturo

MES

ERP

Job description

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you're not just part of the system - you're a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation’s defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If you're driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you'll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let's redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced IPT Lead - Module Manufacturing - Electrical Power Systems to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Product Director, Electrical Power Systems the IPT Lead - EPS Module Manufacturing will oversee end-to-end battery pack production with a focus on quality and on time delivery.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-disciplinary team of technicians and manufacturing engineers.
• Drive process improvements in area of material handling, production line improvements and test management as well as identify key areas for 6S improvements and implementation.
• Work with cross-functional leadership on material ordering, planning and test software development.
• Work with quality to implement control improvements and disposition of non-conformance hardware.
• Mentor and support engineering staff in areas of depth of knowledge, manufacturing standards and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and maintain production reporting dashboards including material tracking, deliveries, yield rates and be able to showcase improvements over time.
• Support new product introductions and pilot builds by establishing repeatable processes and clear documentation.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering.
• 10+ years' experience working in a manufacturing environment developing key build procedures and at least 2 years' experience managing manufacturing teams.
• Experience with welding equipment regarding battery pack production and safety.
• Experience implementing 6S process improvements.
• Experience reporting on key production metrics to leadership as well as developing dashboard trackers.
• Experience with manufacturing software such as AEGIS or Manufacturo as well as MES and ERP tools.
• U.S. Person or lawful permanent resident to comply with U.S. government space technology export regulations.

Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off (FTO), covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!

Salary Range

$155,000 - $210,000 USD

Full-time positions only:

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Education Reimbursement

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant 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. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.

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As set forth in Terran Orbital Corporation's Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

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An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.