Production Supervisor

<div class="title"> <p>At Heart Aerospace we develop the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane with a capacity of 30 passengers, an electric zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 400 km. Heart is targeting type certification of the ES-30 by the end of the decade.</p> <p><strong>Your mission </strong></p> <p>As an innovative aerospace company entering production, we are seeking a highly motivated, hands-on Production Supervisor to lead and shape the foundation of our manufacturing operations. You’ll be the first in this critical role, with the opportunity to influence everything from layout design to process systems, ensuring a world-class operation from day one.</p> <p>As a Production Supervisor, you will lead the planning, setup, and daily execution of aircraft production. This is a unique opportunity to build a manufacturing floor and team from scratch. You will work closely with engineering, supply chain, and leadership to ensure the factory is optimized for efficiency, quality, and scalability.</p> <p>This is a high-impact, high-visibility role ideal for someone who thrives in early-stage environments and is excited by the challenges of revolutionizing the aerospace industry.</p> <p><strong>Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: </strong></p> <p><strong>Factory Setup &amp; Planning </strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead the design and layout of the new production floor, including work cells, flow, and equipment placement.</li> <li>Evaluate, recommend, and coordinate procurement of production machinery and tooling.</li> <li>Develop and implement tool control systems, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures.</li> <li>Participate in the selection and setup of an MRP/ERP system, with a focus on production tracking, inventory control, and quality integration.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Team Leadership </strong></p> <ul> <li>Hire, train, and supervise a team of skilled technicians and operators.</li> <li>Establish a high-performance culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and safety.</li> <li>Provide hands-on guidance and mentorship on technical and procedural matters.</li> <li>Proactively develop training programs to address team and company needs.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Production Management </strong></p> <ul> <li>Manage day-to-day production activities, ensuring schedule adherence, quality standards, and efficiency targets are met.</li> <li>Collaborate with engineering on manufacturability feedback and process optimization.</li> <li>Develop and monitor KPIs and drive root cause analysis for production issues.</li> <li>Implement best practices and streamlined processes to ensure products are completed safely, with the highest quality, and delivered on time.</li> </ul> <p><strong>You'll Bring These Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>3+ years of experience in a production or manufacturing leadership role, ideally in aerospace or high-precision industries.</li> <li>Proven experience setting up or scaling a manufacturing facility.</li> <li>Strong understanding of lean manufacturing, tool control systems, and production flow optimization.</li> <li>Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems; experience with system implementation is a strong plus.</li> <li>Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.</li> <li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous startup environment.</li> <li>Hands-on, no-task-too-small mindset.</li> </ul> <p><strong>These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience in aircraft or aerospace manufacturing.</li> <li>Familiarity with composites, precision machining, or complex assembly lines.</li> <li>CAD literacy (for layout planning and production aids).</li> <li>OSHA or safety training certifications.</li> </ul> <p>Your place of work will be at our office located in El Segundo, CA. Some domestic travel may be required.</p> </div> <div class="title"><strong>Base Pay Range:&nbsp;</strong></div> <div class="pay-range"><strong>$105,000<span class="divider">—</span>$155,000 USD</strong></div>