Manufacturing Systems Engineer

About Epirus
Epirus is a high-growth technology company dedicated to overcoming the asymmetric challenges inherent to the future of national security. Epirus' flagship product, Leonidas, is a software-defined system built using intelligent power management techniques which allow power-hungry systems to do more with less.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Production Manager with a background in scaling manufacturing operations and to support our operations in Torrance, CA. This is an exciting role in an innovative, high-growth defense technology company. The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production targets are met safely, efficiently, and within budget. This role manages production staff, coordinates with other departments, and drives continuous improvement initiatives across the production floor.
Responsibilities:
Plan, organize, and oversee daily production schedules to meet output, quality, and delivery targets
Supervise, train, and develop production staff and shift supervisors
Monitor production KPIs (output, efficiency, scrap/waste, downtime, safety, FPY) and implement corrective actions
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
Manage production budgets, control costs, and identify cost-saving opportunities
Coordinate with Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering to resolve operational issues
Drive continuous improvement using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies
Maintain accurate production records and prepare regular performance reports for senior management
Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to minimize downtime
Ensure proper staffing levels and manage shift scheduling
Lead root-cause analysis for quality or production deviations
Identify and resolve bottlenecks impacting throughput and delivery
Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives across operations
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
4+ years of experience in manufacturing/production, with experience in a supervisory or managerial role
Strong knowledge of production planning, lean manufacturing, and quality systems (ISO, Six Sigma a plus)
Proven leadership and team management skills
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office (Oracle is a plus)
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability industries
Experience scaling production from prototype to volume
Familiarity with regulatory environments (ITAR, AS9100, ISO)
Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or APICS (CPIM/CSCP)
Experience with government or defense programs
ITAR AND SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
At Epirus, you’ll work with technical peers and great people—and get first crack at some of the defining technology challenges of our time. Here, “impossible” is just a challenge. We're a diverse, fast-growing team of change-makers fueling the future of energy with revolutionary solutions. Join us and rewrite the rules.
As required by the Equal Pay Transparency Act, Epirus provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location.
For the state of California only, the range of starting pay for this role is:
$127,700—$161,000 USD