Integration Production Manager

Vast is looking for an Production Manager, Integration, reporting to the Director of Production Manufacturing, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.

This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach location.

Responsibilities:

Own daily execution of build plan across assigned work centers (safety, quality, delivery)

Lead supervisors and technicians to achieve takt-based production targets

Identify and escalate production blockers to Engineering, Quality, or Program teams

Partner with Manufacturing Engineering (ME) and Design Engineering to resolve build issues and improve manufacturability

Drive adherence to work instructions, planning, and configuration control

Monitor and improve key production metrics (throughput, labor hours, rework, scrap)

Ensure staffing plans and shift coverage support program milestones

Maintain visual management of production status and recovery plans

Support implementation of PFMEA-driven process controls and standard work

Maintain schedule accuracy and sequence of integration

Minimum Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in aerospace, automotive, or other high-complexity manufacturing environments

2+ years of experience leading production teams in an assembly or fabrication environment

Experience working cross-functionally with Manufacturing Engineering and Design teams

Preferred Skills & Experience:

Experience supporting vehicle structures or final integration environments

Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and PFMEA

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and production planning

Experience scaling from development to higher-rate production

Strong escalation judgment and production recovery planning

Additional Requirements:

Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones

Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted

Pay Range:

$125,000 - $180,000

Pay Range: California

$125,000—$180,000 USD