Lead Spacecraft Assembly Supervisor

Karman Space & Defense; South El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

HSA with company contribution

FSA

Life & AD&D insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense seeks an Assembly Supervisor in South El Monte, CA to lead daily assembly operations for space and defense hardware. You will guide assembly teams, coordinate workflows, uphold production standards, and ensure safe, efficient completion of work to meet program deadlines.

You will partner with Quality, Engineering, and Production, drive continuous improvement, mentor staff, and maintain a clean, organized workspace while adhering to FOD policies and company safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience using manufacturing machinery and tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads assembly teams to meet production schedules and ensure timely completion of work.
• Coordinates daily workflow and staffing to align with production priorities and customer requirements.
• Monitors assembly operations for quality and verifies specifications.
• Collaborates with Quality to resolve issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintains a clean, organized work environment and adheres to FOD policies.
• Trains and mentors assembly personnel in proper techniques, safety procedures, and company standards.
• Implements process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Inspects assembled components and documentation for accuracy.
• Facilitates communication across assembly, engineering, production, and support teams to resolve operational challenges.
• Promotes continuous improvement, teamwork, and safe work practices.

Skills

Manufacturing machinery

Leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Karman Space & Defense seeks an Assembly Supervisor in South El Monte, CA to lead daily assembly operations for space and defense hardware. You will guide assembly teams, coordinate workflows, uphold production standards, and ensure safe, efficient completion of work to meet program deadlines.

You will partner with Quality, Engineering, and Production, drive continuous improvement, mentor staff, and maintain a clean, organized workspace while adhering to FOD policies and company safety protocols.