Position: Production Manager – Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS)
Location: Hyderabad
Experience: 20+ Years in Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS), with significant Aerospace & Defense manufacturing experience
Job Summary:
The Production Manager will be responsible for leading end-to-end manufacturing operations for Aerospace & Defense electronics programs, ensuring on-time delivery, superior product quality, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The role requires extensive expertise in high-reliability electronics manufacturing processes including SMT, PCB Assembly, Box Build, Testing, System Integration, and Production Engineering.
The incumbent will drive manufacturing excellence through Lean principles, continuous improvement initiatives, and solid cross-functional leadership while ensuring compliance with Aerospace & Defense quality and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Manufacturing Operations Leadership
Lead and manage complete production operations including SMT, PCB Assembly, Box Build, Testing,



Environmental Screening, and System Integration. Ensure achievement of production targets, on-time delivery (OTD), throughput, and productivity objectives. Drive a First-Time-Right (FTR) manufacturing culture with a focus on zero defects and minimal rework. Manage high-mix, low-volume, and complex manufacturing programs typical of Aerospace & Defense environments. Optimize production planning, resource utilization, capacity management, and workflow efficiency. Monitor manufacturing KPIs and implement corrective actions to achieve operational excellence. Ensure adherence to production schedules while maintaining quality and cost targets. 2. Quality, Compliance & Regulatory Management
Ensure compliance with Aerospace & Defense quality standards and customer requirements. Maintain adherence to: AS9100 Quality Management Systems NADCAP requirements (where applicable) IPC-A-610 J-STD-001 ESD, FOD, and workmansh

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