Production Technology Development Engineering Manager

The role

The Production Technology Development Engineering Manager leads the engineering function responsible for building automated and data-driven systems for solid rocket motor and energetic materials production. This role manages a multidisciplinary team covering AI manufacturing, mechatronics, automation, software, and databases.

What you will do

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of engineers
• Own the development and deployment of AI-driven manufacturing systems and mechatronics solutions
• Oversee automation and controls engineering and production software development
• Own production database architecture and broader data infrastructure
• Translate program and production requirements into PTD technology development roadmaps
• Manage the group's project portfolio
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Process, Quality, Safety, and Compliance teams

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a related discipline with 8 years of experience in manufacturing technolog
• OR Master's degree in a relevant field with 6 years of experience
• OR 15 years of hands-on production technology and engineering experience in lieu of a degree
• Minimum 3 years of experience leading and developing engineering teams
• Hands-on experience across two or more PTD disciplines (AI/ML, mechatronics, industrial automation/controls, production software, or production database/data infrastructure)
• Experience leading production software or database development efforts
• Proficiency in one or more relevant languages or platforms (e.g., Python, C/C++, C#, structured text, SQL)
• Understanding of software development lifecycle practices in an industrial or manufacturing context
• Commitment to safety culture
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to operate within regulatory environments including OSHA, ITAR, and hazardous or energetic materials standards
• Ability to lift, move, or carry items or equipment up to 50 pounds

Nice to have

• Experience with energetic materials, solid rocket motor manufacturing, explosives, or other hazardous or classified manufacturing environments (C1D1/C2D1 or equivalent)
• Experience building or deploying digital manufacturing platforms, MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), or Industrial IoT architecture

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. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual to conform to ITAR/EAR
• Must meet eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain applicable state and federal explosives licenses
• Minimum age 21 and over
• Must comply with Drug-Free Workplace Act and Department of Defense directives
• Successful completion of any legally required background investigations

About the company

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company. They build technologies to protect lives, expand frontiers, and prepare for future challenges.