Supervisor, Operations

The role

The Supervisor manages day to day operations across multiple shifts supporting the manufacture and assembly of solid rocket motor hardware. This role oversees technician scheduling, training, shop safety, budget, and equipment uptime.

What you will do

• Lead and schedule build technicians across multiple shifts/programs
• Own staffing planning and hiring input for the build technician workforce
• Mentor and develop shift leads
• Manage performance, coaching, and disciplinary actions
• Ensure technicians complete required onboarding, process, and safety training
• Own technician qualification and certification records
• Enforce shop rules, safety protocols, and 5S/housekeeping standards
• Own Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention and energetic materials handling compliance
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for non-conformances and safety events
• Own the shop supplies/tooling budget and manage vendor relationships

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical or manufacturing discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 7+ years of manufacturing/assembly experience in aerospace, defense, or energetics
• 3+ years in a supervisory or leadership capacity
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
• Demonstrated experience leading multi-shift technician teams
• Demonstrated experience owning shop floor budget/vendor relationships
• Working knowledge of AS9100 and regulated manufacturing compliance (e.g., ITAR)
• Experience driving Lean/continuous improvement initiatives in a production environment
• Strong team leadership, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills
• Budget, cost-control, and vendor/supplier management experience
• Working knowledge of hand tools, shop equipment, and preventive maintenance practices
• Working knowledge/familiarity with energetic materials handling and safety protocols

Nice to have

• Prior experience in solid rocket motor (SRM), propulsion, or other energetic materials manufacturing
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher)
• Experience supporting AS9100 or similarly regulated quality systems
• Experience with MES or CMMS (maintenance management) systems
• Experience interfacing with government customers or representatives (e.g., DCMA)

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%
• Company wellness programs
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. Person (US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual)
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
• Must be eligible to obtain required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or Department of Commerce

About the company

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions.