Hiring: Production Manager – UAS Manufacturing Company: DZYNE Technologies Location: Irvine, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:17:30 Target Skills & Keywords : Lean Manufacturing About the job Experience: •5+ years in manufacturing leadership or technical program roles. Required Skills: •DZYNE Technologies seeks a Production Manager to lead execution for assigned product lines during early build phases and transition to full-rate production. Initially reporting to Programs, this role manages day-to-day production activities for demo and low-rate builds while providing technical oversight and coordination with engineering. •The Production Manager acts as the single point of accountability for product flow, schedule, and delivery performance across the value stream. This position works with NPI and programs teams to ensure readiness for future production ramps and continuity of leadership as the role transitions to Manufacturing. •The ideal candidate combines manufacturing leadership experience with technical acumen, thrives in a fast-paced Aerospace/Defense environment, and is comfortable managing both operational and engineering interfaces. •Own daily execution and performance of assigned builds (demo, LRIP). •Interface across Programs, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality to ensure technical and production requirements are met. •Support technical aspects of builds: interpret engineering data, resolve build issues, and drive configuration control. •Identify and remove blockers to flow; escalate risks early and implement corrective actions. •Lead daily management, tier meetings, and production reviews. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree preferred; Engineering or Operations preferred. •The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment, to warehouse and other facilities. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!