Manufacturing Activation & Strategic Initiatives PM

Roman Health Pharmacy LLC; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health, dental, vision

Retirement plan

Job summary

CesiumAstro is seeking a Project Manager, Manufacturing & Strategic Initiatives to lead manufacturing activation, equipment commissioning, production readiness and ramp activities across our expanding footprint. The role blends hands-on execution with strategic planning in a fast-paced aerospace hardware environment.

You will develop integrated schedules, coordinate with engineering, vendors and operations, and drive first article through repeatable production while maintaining safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years in manufacturing, production, operations, or equivalent complex technical environment.
• Experience activating a greenfield facility or launching a new production line.
• Hands-on in installation, commissioning, qualification, and ramp to planned production rates.
• Knowledge of production controls, safety systems, and operator training.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the integrated manufacturing activation plan for facility readiness and ramp.
• Coordinate equipment installation, commissioning, and production handover with cross-functional teams.
• Lead transition from construction to operational manufacturing environment; manage external vendors.
• Drive production ramp plans, first article builds, process stabilization, and throughput improvements.
• Maintain on-floor presence; resolve execution issues; communicate risks to leadership.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Operations

Job description

CesiumAstro is seeking a Project Manager, Manufacturing & Strategic Initiatives to lead manufacturing activation, equipment commissioning, production readiness and ramp activities across our expanding footprint. The role blends hands-on execution with strategic planning in a fast-paced aerospace hardware environment.

You will develop integrated schedules, coordinate with engineering, vendors and operations, and drive first article through repeatable production while maintaining safety and