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AeroVironment

Robot type
Drone · Defense
Location
GermantownMarylandUSA
Job type
Business Operations
Posted
Sep 23, 2026
Salary
$122,500–$187,000 a year
Full-time

Manufacturing Operations Manager

Job description

Summary At AV, we design, prototype, assemble, integrate, and test cutting-edge technologies in advanced RF systems, space electronics, and directed energy solutions. Your work will have a lasting impact—extending far beyond any single program, product, or site. We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager ​r to lead the daily operations of one of our division’s manufacturing areas. This high-mix facility supports both early R&D prototyping and mid-volume rapid capability production.

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible.

Job requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in manufacturing, industrial, systems, mechanical, or electrical engineering or in a related STEM field.
  • 8 years’ experience in manufacturing project leadership, including 2 years’ experience leading or managing a team (direct or matrix).
  • Knowledge of product development or manufacturing projects for electro/mechanical products with rigorous documentation requirements
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
  • Bachelor of Science degree in manufacturing, industrial, systems, mechanical, or electrical engineering or in a related STEM field.
  • 8 years’ experience in manufacturing project leadership, including 2 years’ experience leading or managing a team (direct or matrix).
  • Knowledge of product development or manufacturing projects for electro/mechanical products with rigorous documentation requirements
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
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