{"id":1790153,"url":"https://alion.io/job/armory-lead-production-manager","title":"Lead Production Manager","company":{"id":3780798,"name":"Armory","domain":"armory.in","url":"https://alion.io/company/armory-4","size_band":"11-50","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Zoho Recruit","truth_index":null},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","seniority":"lead","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Gurgaon, India"],"countries":["IN"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":7,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-03T17:49:21Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-03","last_verified_at":"2026-10-13T07:54:13Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":9,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":9},"description":"Important pre-read:\nThis job description will take ~15 minutes to read and ~15 minutes to apply. You increase your chances of selection by 10x if you read this to the end, slowly. Trust us on this.\nWhat is Armory?\nWhat we are building requires hard work, tenacity, ownership, creativity and way more man-hours than an everyday job.\nIf you are a savant at what you do, love autonomy, have high agency and genuinely want to impact the future of this country, we want you to work with us starting yesterday!\nModern conflicts waged remotely demand a radical rethinking of strategy as adversaries deploy inexpensive drones and technology to inflict maximum damage with minimal risk.\nIf you prefer routine over the dynamic unpredictability of innovation, Armory isn't for you. Our fast-paced environment requires genuine curiosity, resilience, a passion for continuous learning, and comfort with rapid change.\nArmory is a new age defence tech startup building next-generation products to strengthen Indian forces in the modern battlefields.\nAbout the founder\nAmardeep Singh is an IIT Bombay alumnus & an aerospace engineer by education. He was a founding member of ideaForge - currently India’s biggest drone company & the first drone company to get listed on the Indian stock exchange. \nHis 16-year entrepreneurial journey is marked by a series of ambitious ventures spanning across diverse tech domains like Drones, Consumer Hardware, B2B SaaS & AI.\nProblems we solve\nOur country’s defence systems, conceived in a bygone era, have been outpaced by the rapid advancements in technology, revealing critical gaps that we, at Armory, are poised to bridge.\nAt Armory, we identify and solve the most critical, complex & specific challenges in modern warfare. By harnessing the power of artificial intelligence and diving deep into specific problems, we create innovative defence technologies and products that protect our nation and allies.\nWhy you should NOT join us:\nIf high stakes, tight deadlines, and significant challenges don't excite you, then our mission to revolutionise defence technology might not align with your career goals. We seek individuals who are ready to push boundaries and are motivated by the urgency of now.\nWhy you SHOULD join us:\nWe offer the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that strengthen national defence, supported by a team of A players.\nJoin Armory if you're drawn to solving hard problems and want to create a meaningful & profound impact to the national security.\nAt Armory, you will do the best work of your life. Period.\nRequirements\nAbout this role\nYou will be responsible for leading end-to-end production for Armory’s defence hardware systems. From setting up new manufacturing lines to scaling them for consistent, high-quality output. You will be building production from zero, refining processes, and ensuring every unit meets defence-grade precision.\nSet up a new manufacturing facility and optimise existing assembly lines.\nDevelop production schedules balancing throughput, quality, and delivery timelines.\nBuild and lead production teams, from operators to line engineers, with a focus on technical rigor and accountability.\nImplement lean manufacturing practices, drive cost controls, and eliminate inefficiencies.\nEnsure end-to-end compliance with defence production and operational safety standards.\nCollaborate with R&D, Supply Chain, Procurement, and QA to translate design intent into reliable manufacturing outcomes.\nTrack KPIs, monitor yield and downtime, and proactively fix bottlenecks.\nManage vendor partnerships, fabrication dependencies, and production budgets.\nMust Haves\n7-10 years of experience in hardware or electronics manufacturing, preferably in defence, aerospace, or industrial hardware.\nDeep understanding of manufacturing workflows, mechanical/electronic assembly, and QA systems.\nHands-on approach to process optimization, with comfort working in high-stakes environments.\nStrong leadership and mentoring experience across production teams.\nExcellent troubleshooting, documentation, and planning skills.\nBonus Points For\n\nExperience in defence, aerospace, or mission-critical hardware production.\nExperience in setting up or scaling a production unit/process from scratch.\nExposure to electromechanical system integration or RF/mechanical subassemblies.\nFamiliarity with ISO/AS9100, DRDO, or DGQA compliance frameworks.\nA track record of scaling manufacturing capacity without compromising quality.\nStrong vendor management and cross-functional coordination experience.\nWhat Will Make You Successful in This Role?\nBuilding structured processes out of ambiguity.\nBalancing cost, quality, and speed.\nGetting Sh*t done.\nHow Will We Set You Up for Success in This Role?\nA live project: You will have immediate visibility.\nAccess to resources: You name it, we will do everything to get it for you.\nSupportive team: You will be surrounded by the best minds ready to help you.\nOur Hiring Process\nWe target to close the hiring process within 14 days of your application.\nRound 1: Introduction & Technical Round\nDuration: 1 hour\nHow to ace: Be yourself. We want to know YOU, not some ideal, unrealistic person. Demonstrate your expertise in the area we are evaluating. Ask good questions.\nCodeword: Use LINEUP in the application form where it asks you for a Codeword. This way, we know you have read the JD :)\nRound 2: Technical Round 2\nDuration: 1 hour\nHow to ace: Show strong technical judgment and a clear, practical approach to building and running reliable defence-grade production.\nRound 3: Culture Fitment\nDuration: 1 hour\nHow to ace: Help us understand your goals & aspirations. Share some of the stories that have made you what you are. Ask good questions.\nRound 4:\nCongratulations! You are now a part of Armory. You will build something that lets you sleep at night with a feeling that you did something meaningful. Buckle up for a ride into the future.\nWork Location\nArmory highly values having employees working in the office. We are establishing a collaborative work environment and company culture, and that simply does not happen from home. We are based out of Gurgaon and require employees to be in the office.\nBenefits\nWhat we expect from you\n\nGenuine curiosity\nFounder’s mindset\nFirst principles thinking\nExecution, not just ideas\nBias for action\nHigh energy\nHigh agency\nHighest level of integrity\nGetting your hands dirty\nAudacious state of mind\nWhat to expect from us\nTeam of A players\nWork directly with the founder\nRidiculous levels of responsibility\nFast & decisive approach\nWork on hard problems\nWhat your first 3 months at Armory will look like:\n30 Days\nComplete onboarding and gain a deep understanding of Armory’s mission, values, and operating culture.\nFamiliarise yourself with our current hardware products, manufacturing workflows, and supply chain partners.\nConduct a full audit of the existing production setup - processes, tools, vendor relationships, and quality controls.\nReview engineering drawings, BoMs, and test procedures to align with production readiness requirements.\nSet up and drive the production roadmap required to meet delivery commitments for the next 12 months. [redacted] \n\nRecruit and mentor line engineers or technicians where required, setting performance and safety benchmarks.\nEstablish standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all active production lines.\nCollaborate closely with R&D, Mechanical, and QA teams to translate design documentation into manufacturable processes.\nSet up metrics and dashboards to track yield, downtime, throughput, and defect rates.\nImplement lean manufacturing practices and optimize resource allocation for daily operations.\nEvaluate vendor performance, initiate cost optimization measures, and strengthen procurement handshakes.\n90 Days\nLead the setup or expansion of a manufacturing unit-ensuring readiness for full-scale production.\nDrive end-to-end execution of a pilot batch, from component sourcing to quality testing and field-readiness validation.\nBuild a structured feedback loop with R&D and QA for design-for-manufacturability (DFM) improvements.\nImplement process documentation, traceability systems, and compliance checklists aligned with defence manufacturing standards.\nPresent a comprehensive roadmap for scaling production capacity, cost efficiency, and quality assurance for the next two quarters.\nDefine your long-term goals and growth plan at Armory, aligning with leadership on how production can evolve as we scale.\nTips\nIrrespective of whether you apply to Armory or not, some of the following tips will definitely help you in your job search.\nHow to get hired\nTargeted Applications: Ensure your application is tailored specifically for the job you're applying for by understanding its requirements and showcasing relevant experiences and skills. Apply for THIS job, not some job.\nQuality Over Quantity: Instead of applying to 100 jobs casually, it’s far better to apply to 4 seriously.\nStand out: Most people don’t put any efforts in applying to jobs, their applications look exactly the same. It’s easy to stand out from them just by putting a little effort and showcasing your relevant experience and interest for the said job.\nHow to NOT get hired\nIf your cover letter starts with _“Honestly, I possess all the skills and experience that you’re looking for”_, then you are not going to make it.\nIn fact, we wrote a long thread on all the ways you will NOT get hired. https://x.com/singhamardeep/status/1459114743398998018?s=46 We highly recommend you to read it.\nWe wish you the best in your job search!","description_format":"text","description_chars":9590,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":7,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":null,"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Continuous learning"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Non-ferrous Metals","Robotics","Drones & UAVs"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-03T17:49:21Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":73,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.774,"p_room":0.945,"age_days":9,"expected_fill_days":27,"reasons":["conf:1","velocity","win:mid"],"computed_at":"2026-10-13T05:45:00Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/armory-lead-production-manager","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/armory-lead-production-manager.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-13T10:36:37Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":16266,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-14T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":3780798},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=3780798"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Farmory-lead-production-manager"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Farmory-lead-production-manager"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Farmory-lead-production-manager"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/armory-lead-production-manager\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Farmory-lead-production-manager"}]}