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This director owns the operational strategy, manufacturing system, industrialisation, supply chain, production, testing, quality and assembly integration.\nWorking closely with the Chief Engineer and Programme Manager, the Director Block 4 Value Stream will transform innovative engineering designs into a repeatable, scalable production system capable of delivering safe, reliable, and commercially competitive launch vehicles.The role is accountable for achieving programmecost, schedule, quality, delivery, and operational readiness objectives while building the manufacturing capability required to scale from development through serial production and commercial launch operations.\nYour Role in Our Space Mission: \nOperational Leadership \nLead all testing and assembly integration\nDevelop and execute the company's industrial strategy to support rapid business growth. \nBuild a world-class aerospace manufacturing organisation capable of scaling from prototype to high-rate production. \nEstablish operational excellence, Lean manufacturing, digital manufacturing, and continuous improvement across the business. \nProgramme Delivery \nOwn operational delivery of the launch vehicle programme including: \nManufacturing readiness \nProduction planning \nVehicle integration \nTest readiness \nDelivery against programme milestones \nPartner with Engineering to ensure designs are manufacturable, producible, and scalable. \nManufacturing & Industrialisation \nProvide executive leadership for: \nProduction Engineering \nProcess Engineering \nFactory Automation \nIndustrialisation \nTooling \nProduction Planning \nDevelop the manufacturing system capable of supporting future launch cadence targets. \nProduction \nLead all manufacturing activities including: \nCNC machining\nElectrical assembly\nComposite manufacturing \nAdditive manufacturing \nEngine assembly \nVehicle integration \nFinal assembly \nDrive improvements in: \nThroughput and lead-time performance\nLabour based productivity \nImproving capital OEE \nFirst-pass yield \nCost reduction \nManufacturing maturity \nSupply Chain\nDevelop a resilient, high-performing global supply chain by: \nBuilding strategic supplier partnerships \nImproving supplier performance \nManaging procurement and logistics \nDeveloping dual-source strategies \nManaging long-lead materials \nImproving supplier quality \nQuality Assurance \nEstablish a culture where quality is designed into every product. \nResponsible for: \nManufacturing Quality \nProduct Assurance \nSupplier Quality \nNDT \nMetrology strategy\nConfiguration control \nOperational compliance \nZero Defects methodology in all aspects of the programme \nTest & Qualification \nProvide leadership for: \nComponent testing \nEngine testing \nStructural testing \nEnvironmental qualification \nEnsure safe execution of all test campaigns. \nOperational Strategy \nDevelop long-term operational capability supporting: \nMultiple launch sites \nIncreased launch cadence \nInternational manufacturing expansion \nFactory automation \nDigital manufacturing \nSupply chain resilience \nQualification Checklist \nThe successful candidate will have: \nExtensive executive leadership experience within aerospace, defence, automotive, advanced manufacturing, or another high-technology industry. \nA proven record of scaling complex manufacturing operations from development into serial production. \nExperience leading large multidisciplinary engineering and manufacturing organisations. \nStrong knowledge of Lean manufacturing, industrialisation, and operational excellence. \nExperience delivering complex capital equipment or highly regulated products. \nDemonstrated success leading supply chain transformation and supplier development. \nExperience managing large operational budgets and capital investment programmes. \nExcellent stakeholder management with the ability to work across engineering, programme management, and executive leadership. \nTechnical Knowledge \nAerospace manufacturing \nIndustrialisation \nProduction systems \nLean Manufacturing \nAPQP / PPAP (or equivalent product introduction methodologies) \nConfiguration management \nDigital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 \nQuality management systems (AS9100 and related Aerospace standards)\nSupply chain strategy \nProduction planning and control \nTest operations \nOperational risk management \nLeadership Competencies \nStrategic and systems thinker \nStrong execution focus \nDecisive under pressure \nExcellent communicator \nBuilds high-performing teams \nData-driven decision maker \nCollaborative leader \nCustomer and mission focused \nComfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment \nBenefits \nEmployee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program\n30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge \nCompany pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period\nSubsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day\nFlexible mobility budget: Travel your way with a choice between a fully financed Deutschlandticket, JobRad bicycle leasing, FINN JobAuto, or a fuel allowance\nRental clothing with laundry service: Enjoy hassle-free workwear with our convenient rental clothing and laundry service \n Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)\nIndividual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period\nChildcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children\nAnd Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team. \nWho we are\n\nWe are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space.\nOur mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations.\nWe are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation.\nWe're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career!\nWant to find out more about us?\nVisit www.isaraerospace.com\nData Protection\n We process your personal data for the purpose of managing the recruitment process and assessing your application. For detailed information on how your data is processed, including your rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy.\nDisclaimer\n Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. 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