Integration Manager

Department: Production & Test

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Hawthorne, California

Reporting To: Clint Ross

Compensation: $95,000 - $150,000 / year

Description

Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team.

We are seeking a highly driven Integration Manager to lead production and launch site operations that will oversee end-to-end manufacturing, integration, and launch operations for our cutting-edge lunar rover program. This role will lead all production floor activities, coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, ensure readiness for launch campaigns, and manage the operational infrastructure required to deliver mission-critical hardware on time and to the highest quality standards.

What Youll Do

Production & Integration Supervision

• Oversee daily production operations to execute machining, sub-assembly builds, and vehicle integration
• Develop a comprehensive training platform to encompass aerospace and Astrolab specific processes.
• Ensure adherence to manufacturing schedules, quality standards, and safety regulations
• Coordinate with engineering, supply chain, and quality assurance to resolve technical issues rapidly
• Implement Lean/6S manufacturing principles to optimize efficiency and reduce waste
• Maintain adherence to AS9100 standards
• Balance development initiatives with production goals
  
  

• Direct cross-functional teams, including machinists, production technicians, and part expeditors
• Foster a safety-first culture and enforce workplace safety policies
• Mentor and train staff to develop operational excellence and mission readiness skills
  
  

• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for production and launch readiness
• Manage budgets, staffing plans, and resource allocation for both production and launch site operations
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on schedule, risks, and mitigation strategies
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, aerospace technology, or related field (or 4+ years of experience in these areas)
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace, spacecraft, or high-tech manufacturing operations
• Proven leadership in production and integration in a clean room environment
• Strong knowledge of aerospace hardware handling, cleanroom operations, industry standard manufacturing processes and flight hardware verification
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, 6S, and continuous improvement methods
• Exceptional communication and cross-team coordination skills
  
  

• Experience with lunar surface mission hardware or robotic rover systems
• Familiarity with launch site operations and coordination with space launch providers
• Experience with taking a product through development to NPI production
  
  

• Join a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
• Equity ownership in the company
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Flexible PTO and parental leave
• Home office set up reimbursement
• Weekly lunch stipend, plus complimentary snacks and beverages on-site
• Once a month social hour on-site with food and drinks