Avionics Lab & Infrastructure Manager Torrance, CA Avionics View Details

Back to jobs Avionics Lab & Infrastructure Manager Torrance, CA Avionics Apply Now Share Job Position: Why Castelion, Why Now Castelion is moving incredibly fast to develop and deliver advanced defense systems at a time when execution matters more than ever. We believe focus, ownership, and excellence are decisive advantages - and we're building a world-class team to turn bold ideas into real capability. This is a rare opportunity to join at an early stage, where you'll have significant ownership, collaborate with exceptional teammates, and make a direct, measurable impact on our mission and the future of the company - regardless of your function. Avionics Lab & Infrastructure Manager Castelion is looking for an Avionics Lab & Infrastructure Manager to lead the development, organization, and continuous improvement of our Avionics manufacturing and engineering laboratories. In this role, you will own lab operations and infrastructure, lead the setup of our new Avionics manufacturing space, and improve manufacturing efficiency through value stream mapping, standardized processes, and optimized workflows. You will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and facilities teams to build scalable operations that support increasing production demand. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who takes ownership, solves problems, and drives results. This role offers the opportunity to build and lead a team as operations scale. Responsibilities Own the organization, operational readiness, and continuous improvement of the Avionics laboratories. Lead the planning, layout, and setup of new Avionics manufacturing spaces, including equipment, workstations, utilities, and material flow. Develop value stream maps to identify bottlenecks, improve workflows, and increase manufacturing throughput. Implement 5S, visual management, and standardized laboratory organization practices. Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for laboratory equipment, tooling, and infrastructure. Manage equipment installation, calibration, preventive maintenance, and operational readiness. Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and facilities teams to resolve infrastructure constraints and improve operational efficiency. Plan and implement laboratory equipment and infrastructure improvements to support production growth. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, operations, or a related field with 3+ years of relevant experience; or 6+ years of equivalent professional experience. Hands-on experience in manufacturing operations, engineering laboratories, or similar technical environments. Experience with facility layouts, equipment installations, and manufacturing workflow improvements. Experience coordinating cross-functional projects and driving improvements independently. Preferred Skills and Experience Experience with Lean manufacturing, value stream mapping, 5S, and continuous improvement. Experience designing manufacturing layouts, optimizing material flow, and developing scalable laboratory infrastructure. Familiarity with electronics manufacturing, including PCBA, wire harnessing, electrical integration, and testing. Experience developing equipment SOPs, calibration programs, and preventive maintenance processes. Experience with CAD software, laboratory equipment, and capital equipment installations. Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or other complex hardware manufacturing environments. Strong ownership, problem-solving, and cross-functional leadership skills. Castelion offers a generous benefits package. Please refer to the bottom of our Careers page for more details. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Additional Eligibility Requirements This position may require access to classified information or restricted U.S. Government sites, systems, or information, as determined by the Company and/or applicable U.S. Government requirements. If the position is so designated, your employment in the role may be contingent upon your ability to obtain and maintain the required U.S. Government security clearance or other government authorization, and to satisfy any citizenship or other eligibility requirements imposed by applicable law, regulation, executive order, or government contract requirements. You will be notified if and when such requirements apply. 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