Supervisor, Production Operations

Pace Industries, LLC; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 78,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Space Corporation in Colorado is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee the manufacturing and assembly of space system hardware, including integration of components and subassemblies. You will review schedules, allocate materials and manpower, and drive on-time delivery.

The role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and collaboration with engineering and quality teams to uphold strict aerospace standards and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
• Experience supporting organizational changes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production personnel in the build and assembly of space system hardware components, subassemblies, and integrated systems, providing direct guidance in accordance with operational plans and management direction.
• Review production schedules, material requirements, and manpower resources to optimize manufacturing operations and ensure execution of weekly and monthly operational plans.
• Assign personnel and resources strategically to meet production objectives, program milestones, and schedule commitments.
• Monitor and manage costs and workforce plans relative to team performance and organizational targets.
• Identify and communicate production constraints, material shortages, and technical issues to relevant stakeholders across functional groups.
• Resolve scheduling conflicts, operational challenges, and technical problems through data analysis and collaborative problem-solving while maintaining strict quality standards.
• Remain actively involved with the team to meet schedules and address challenges in real-time.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality assurance teams to establish and refine operational methods, processes, policies, and procedures.
• Recommend improvements to materials, equipment, tooling, and procedures to enhance efficiency, product quality, and operational effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards, specifications, and safety protocols.
• Execute performance management activities, including coaching, feedback, and accountability measures.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem-solving

Industry standards

Lean manufacturing

Schedule coordination

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Sierra Space Careers: At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth. Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond. Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space. We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

The Production Supervisor oversees the manufacturing and assembly of space system hardware, including component integration, subassemblies, and complete units. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to lead teams in a precision-driven environment. You'll be responsible for reviewing our production schedules, material, and manpower resources, assigning employees to maximize our production objectives, informing employees of production and material problems, and resolving problems affecting schedules while maintaining the quality of our products. You'll participate in establishing and modifying our operational methods and processes by recommending changes in materials, equipment, and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise production personnel in the build and assembly of space system hardware components, subassemblies, and integrated systems, providing direct guidance in accordance with operational plans and management direction
• Review production schedules, material requirements, and manpower resources to optimize manufacturing operations and ensure execution of weekly and monthly operational plans
• Assign personnel and resources strategically to meet production objectives, program milestones, and schedule commitments
• Monitor and manage costs and workforce plans relative to team performance and organizational targets
• Identify and communicate production constraints, material shortages, and technical issues to relevant stakeholders across functional groups
• Resolve scheduling conflicts, operational challenges, and technical problems through data analysis and collaborative problem-solving while maintaining strict quality standards
• Remain actively involved with the team to meet schedules and address challenges in real-time
• Collaborate with engineering and quality assurance teams to establish and refine operational methods, processes, policies, and procedures
• Recommend improvements to materials, equipment, tooling, and procedures to enhance efficiency, product quality, and operational effectiveness
• Ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards, specifications, and safety protocols
• Execute performance management activities, including coaching, feedback, and accountability measures
• Embode organizational culture and values, support change initiatives, and hold team members accountable to company standards
• Present technical information, operational plans, and recommendations to peer groups, line leadership, and cross-functional audiences to gain cooperation and alignment

About You

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission. We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree)
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to uphold and model company values and ability to hold others accountable to values.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
• Experience supporting organizational changes

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to understand and interpret technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications.
• Able to review work instructions, screen for discrepancies and offer feedback to various engineering teams.
• Experience with identification of issue root cause and corrective action planning.
• Demonstrated history of ensuring product quality and conformance to engineering requirements.
• Previous management or lead experience in a manufacturing, MRO or production environment; the ability to recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work while overseeing the development and maintenance of staff competence.
• Experience in schedule risk identification and mitigation planning.
• Able to provide or develop required data and reporting to support departmental targets and improvement objectives.
• Proven safety mindset – able to lead improvements to area safety and efficiency through shop floor audits and continuous improvement.
• Continuously improve process efficiency, manpower utilization, and overall productivity.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military.
• Ability to adapt to a constant changing work assignments and a fast paced work environment.
• Experience with applying Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel for both short and extended trips as required.
• Available to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.
• Available to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.

Compensation

Pay Range: $78,362.00 - $107,747.00

Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Benefits

• including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

About Sierra Space

Headquartered in Colorado, Sierra Space is a mission‑proven Defense Tech company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission‑proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration. Our technologies safeguard our nation, sustain human exploration in space, and ensure the freedom of operations beyond Earth. Sierra Space is defining the new era of Space Defense, strengthening deterrence today and preserving freedom of action for generations to come.