Avionics Production Lead/Manager

Avionics Production Lead/Manager

Houston, TX

About Intuitive Machines:

Intuitive Machines is an innovative and cutting-edge space company making cislunar space accessible to both public and private customers. Our mission is to further science and exploration, communications, and economic progress from the Earth to the Moon and beyond. With multiple NASA lunar missions in development and additional private missions on our manifest, we pride ourselves in supporting NASA, our customers, and the nation in paving the way to return humans to the surface of the Moon. Our world-class team includes experts in all aspects of spacecraft subsystems design, development, and test, on-orbit operations, and safety.

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Avionics Production Manager to lead our high-performing production team through the full hardware lifecycle. In this role, you will drive the manufacturing, assembly, and vehicle integration of critical flight hardware in a fast-paced environment. The primary focus of this position is overseeing the production of flight/test wire harnessing, printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), avionics box builds, and the final avionics integration onto our flight vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Direct, mentor, and develop a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, technicians, and production staff.
• Manage daily production tasks, adjust workflows dynamically, and balance multiple priorities to meet shifting timelines.
• Collaborate with Avionics Leadership to align daily operational goals with long-term program milestones.
• Oversee engineering procedures, review technical drawings, and ensure strict adherence to aerospace standards.
• Champion root-cause analysis and lead cross-functional teams to track, manage, and resolve hardware and production non-conformances to closure.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve production processes to optimize efficiency across teams.
• Manage department budgets, forecast staffing needs, and justify capital equipment purchases.
• Partner with supply chain teams to submit, track, and resolve procurement constraints and inventory bottlenecks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical , Aerospace, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 8+ years in aerospace manufacturing or design, with specific expertise in wire harnessing, PCBAs, EEE parts, and electromechanical assemblies.
• 5+ years of direct supervisory experience leading engineers and technicians.
• Proven ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications, and procedures.
• Exceptional problem-solving, root-cause analysis, and cross-functional communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with a willingness to learn and adapt to evolving program/mission requirements.

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree or certified training in management principles (e.g., conflict resolution, financial management, Lean Six Sigma).
• Hands-on experience using Boltline or equivalent manufacturing execution systems (MES) and production tracking tools.
• Proficiency in project scheduling software such as MS Project or equivalent.

US EEO Statement:

Intuitive Machines is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.