Senior Production Lead for Autonomous Maritime Hardware

Saronic; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Production Manager to lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of our in-house manufacturing and assembly operations for autonomous maritime platforms.

The role oversees build schedules, staffing, and capacity while enforcing quality and safety standards. A strong background in electromechanical assembly and production planning is essential for success in a fast-paced, low-rate production environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in engineering, manufacturing, operations, or related field.
• 7+ years in production/manufacturing with 2+ years in leadership.
• Experience assembling complex electromechanical systems.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, work orders, and material flow.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day production across assembly, integration, and hardware readiness.
• Own build schedules, staffing, and capacity planning to meet goals.
• Enforce quality, safety, and documentation standards on the shop floor.
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and test teams to resolve blockers.
• Lead hiring, training, and performance management for production technicians.
• Monitor production metrics and drive continuous improvement in throughput, quality, and cost.

Skills

Production planning

Team leadership

Electromechanical assemblies

Quality systems

Security clearance eligible

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Operations

Tools

MES

ERP

Digital manufacturing tools

Job description

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Production Manager to lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of our in-house manufacturing and assembly operations for autonomous maritime platforms.

The role oversees build schedules, staffing, and capacity while enforcing quality and safety standards. A strong background in electromechanical assembly and production planning is essential for success in a fast-paced, low-rate production environment.