Build Manager

Position Overview The Build Manager is responsible for overseeing the execution of complex defense and ground vehicle builds from initial planning through final completion and delivery. This position requires a strong understanding of defense manufacturing, military ground vehicles, vehicle integration, and the practical execution of mechanical and electromechanical builds. The Build Manager will work closely with Engineering, Program Management, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and leadership to translate technical requirements and program objectives into executable build plans. This individual must be comfortable working directly on the production floor, understanding how components and systems fit together, identifying issues during assembly, and making informed decisions to keep builds moving. The ideal candidate has direct experience building, modifying, integrating, or managing production of military ground vehicles, tactical vehicles, armored vehicles, or similar defense platforms. They should understand the relationship between engineering design, fabrication, armor, vehicle systems, assembly, testing, and final acceptance. Key Responsibilities Defense & Ground Vehicle Build Management Manage complete ground vehicle builds from build planning and material readiness through assembly, integration, testing, inspection, and final delivery. Apply practical knowledge of military and tactical ground vehicle construction to effectively plan and manage production activities. Understand the major mechanical, structural, electrical, and auxiliary systems that make up a defense ground vehicle and how those systems interact during the build process. Review vehicle designs, engineering drawings, bills of material, specifications, and work instructions to understand how components and systems are intended to be manufactured, assembled, and integrated. Understand vehicle structures, frames, armor systems, mounting structures, brackets, enclosures, mechanical assemblies, electrical systems, and other vehicle components. Coordinate the integration of components and subsystems into complete vehicle platforms. Identify potential build conflicts, access issues, interference, fitment concerns, installation challenges, and sequencing problems before they impact production. Understand the practical differences between building individual components and integrating those components into a complete operational vehicle. Work directly with Engineering and Production to determine practical manufacturing and assembly solutions when design issues arise. Support prototype, low-rate initial production, and production vehicle builds as required. Understand the unique requirements associated with defense production, including traceability, documentation, configuration control, quality requirements, and customer acceptance. Support vehicle inspection, functional testing, troubleshooting, and final acceptance activities. Production & Manufacturing Execution Develop detailed build plans and schedules based on engineering requirements, program timelines, material availability, labor resources, and customer commitments. Coordinate the sequence of fabrication, assembly, installation, integration, inspection, and testing activities. Ensure materials, components, tooling, fixtures, equipment, drawings, and work instructions are available before work begins. Monitor production progress and adjust priorities to keep builds on schedule. Coordinate closely with fabrication, machining, welding, assembly, electrical, engineering, and quality personnel. Provide hands-on production-floor direction and support when required. Identify bottlenecks and production constraints and develop practical solutions to keep work moving. Monitor workmanship and ensure builds are completed in accordance with engineering requirements and established processes. Identify and address rework, nonconformances, fitment issues, missing components, and other problems affecting build completi…

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