Supervisor, Composites (Weekend-2nd Shift)

Firefly Aerospace; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

Relocation assistance

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace is seeking a Supervisor for our 2nd shift to lead a production team of technicians in the manufacture of advanced composite aerospace structures. You will ensure quality, safety, cost, and schedule targets while coaching technicians for high performance.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers, Quality, and Supply Chain to drive continuous improvement and production objectives. The role requires leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, strong problem

Qualifications

• 6 years of composite manufacturing experience required.
• Experience leading teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to develop and improve shop procedures and work instructions.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and NADCAP audit processes.
• Able to provide on-site support for night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Must be physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a production team to deliver high quality composite aerospace products on time and within budget.
• Coordinate shift execution by managing resources and resolving issues.
• Document effective shift handovers and ensure production continuity between shifts.
• Perform pre-shift readiness checks and support end-of-shift reviews.
• Provide coverage for nights and weekends to support production schedules.
• Monitor operations, verify adherence to work instructions, and drive problem resolution.
• Communicate shift accomplishments and risks to leadership via daily reports.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external requirements and detailed work instructions.
• Approve PTO and manage technician schedules to meet production objectives.
• Develop and maintain a skills matrix and propose staffing/training needs.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Safety focus

Staff development

Tools

Microsoft Office

Manufacturing software systems

Job description

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE

Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to reliably and repeatedly launch land and operate space systems from Earth to the Moon and beyond As the partner of choice for critical space missions Firefly is the first commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24 hour notice and the first company to achieve a successful Moon landing Headquartered in north Austin Texas Firefly is looking for passionate hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space

SUMMARY

The Supervisor provides leadership and oversight in the manufacture of advanced composite aerospace structures This role ensures production teams meet quality safety cost and schedule requirements while coaching and developing technicians to achieve high performance The Supervisor works closely with Manufacturing Engineers Quality and Supply Chain partners to coordinate shift execution resolve issues and drive continuous improvement across the production area This position is for our 2nd Shift operations

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and supervise a production team of technicians to deliver high quality composite aerospace products on time and within budget
• Support assigned shifts by coordinating resources resolving issues and ensuring alignment with daily and long term production objectives
• Manage and document effective shift handovers to ensure seamless communication production continuity and accountability between shifts
• Conduct daily pre shift readiness checks and support end of shift reviews to ensure smooth transition to incoming shifts
• Provide coverage and leadership on nights and weekends as required to support company objectives and production schedules
• Maintain floor presence to monitor operations verify adherence to work instructions and support problem resolution
• Review work completed vs planned; disseminate recovery plans for shortfalls
• Communicate shift accomplishments and risks to leadership through daily reports and updates
• Ensure compliance with all internal and external requirements and detailed work instructions
• Approve PTO and timecards; manage technician schedules to support production objectives
• Develop and maintain a skills matrix; propose staffing and training needs based on data driven assessments or gaps in existing staffing
• Promote and enforce a culture of safety; implement and sustain improvements to shop safety practices
• Partner with Quality Engineering and Supply Chain to resolve production issues and support program objectives
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cost improve quality and increase efficiency
• Hold team members accountable to company policies and standards; provide coaching feedback and corrective actions when necessary

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required 6 years of composite manufacturing experience
• 2 years experience in multiple composite manufacturing processes including Hand lamination carbon fiber fiberglass Kevlar etc Bonding operations surface preparation adhesive application High tolerance cutting drilling and assembly Vacuum bagging for autoclave or oven curing
• 2 years in a leadership role in a manufacturing environment
• Experience developing and improving shop procedures and work instructions
• Strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated craftsmanship in composite fabrication
• Excellent organizational problem solving and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and manufacturing software systems
• Safety and compliance focused mindset with strong attention to detail
• Able to provide on site support for your assigned shift including nights weekends and holidays
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in standing bending and kneeling positions for extended periods
• Work performed in a manufacturing environment with PPE requirements safety glasses gloves respirators as needed
• Desired Experience leading teams in a high rate aerospace or space production environment
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of AS9100 and NADCAP audit processes
• To conform to US Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ITAR you must be a US citizen lawful permanent resident of the US protected individual as defined by 8 USC 1324ba3 or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the US Department of State

BENEFITS

• Firefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees including generous health dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles parental leave educational reimbursement short term disabilityrelocation and flexible PTO options

Firefly Aerospace Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national originethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status