Production Manager

Production Manager

Challenge the Impossible

About Beyond Gravity

Beyond Gravity, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, is the first space company to combine a startup mindset, agility, speed and innovation with decades of experience and proven quality. Approximately 1800 employees at 12 locations in six countries (Switzerland, Sweden, Austria, USA, Finland and Portugal) develop and manufacture products for satellites and launch vehicles with the goal of advancing humankind and enabling the exploration of the world and beyond. Beyond Gravity is the preferred supplier of structures for all types of launch vehicles and a leading provider of selected satellite products and constellation solutions in the New Space sector. In 2024, the company generated a revenue of around CHF 359 million. More information at: www.beyondgravity.com

Your Crew

Our production team at our brand-new factory in Linköping currently consists of around 100 dedicated people. We come from different backgrounds, which allows us to complement each other and benefit from each other’s experiences. Here, we are a team that enjoys taking initiative and solving problems together. Since we are still building up our production, we have great opportunities to influence and improve the way we work - perfect for those who like to be involved and make an impact from the start! We have an open and inclusive work environment, where all ideas are welcomed and utilized as we build the future of space production together.

Your Mission

• Leads a production team

• Responsible for the execution of the following activities:

  • Assembly Execution (Manufacturing, Assembly and Integration and Testing)

  • Composite and Bonding (AFP, Autoclave, NDI)

• Leads and directs the Assembly team of the plant through efficiency in:

  • Manufacturing Execution

  • Ensuring the project production budgets

  • Shopfloor-Management and define the production standards

  • Productivity improvement initiatives

  • CAPEX planning in line with new product introductions

• Execution of the shop orders within the framework of the specified quantity, quality, delivery dates and costs

• Cooperation with the quality assurance / product assurance ensuring the necessary production documentation

• Optimize manufacturing processes in terms of cost, quality, defect risk/tolerance in collaboration with manufacturing engineering, quality- / product assurance and production planning and support processes

• Support the investment/Capex planning and execution by ensuring to meet the planned financial budgets

• Collaboration in the non-conformance process and measures for route cause analyses, corrective and preventive measures

• Support of the Industrial Engineering team in quotations, concept work and developments

• Proactively communicates and aligns with the adjacent Production Manager for best practice and synergies within the division

• Takes the managerial responsibility towards the direct reports, performing the HR processes such as competence planning, recruitment, performance management, development etc.

• Lead and develop the team in accordance with the company values as well as business strategy and goals

• Lead and develop the team to create high engagement, good work environment and positive team spirit

• Develop and encourage the culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in our organization

Your Story

Must’s:

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in technical studies, preferably in production related diploma

• Management track record in an industry environment

• Solid technical and production background in a project-based industry

• Understanding of Quality standards and Health & Safety regulations

• Experience in applying Operational Excellence Methods

Nice to have’s:

• Manager experience in a regulated environment

• Space or Aerospace experience

Why Beyond Gravity?

To work in a growing high technology company with career opportunities within the site or internationally.

You will be a part of an engaged team with the ambition to innovate space!

We offer a hybrid work situation, high flexibility and autonomy, and a great team to develop and have fun with!

Are you ready for lift-off?

Our core values - Passionate, Together, and Curious - transform challenges into opportunities. Embark on a journey to transcend the ordinary with us. Propel your career to new heights by applying before 31/08/2027. We‘re actively reviewing candidates and will promptly select the ideal fit for our team.

For questions regarding the position, please contact: Björn Diffner | [email protected]

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact: Breno Silva | [email protected]

Beyond Gravity is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected categories.

Applications by e-mail cannot be considered. We do not accept dossiers from recruitment agencies for this position.