Production Supervisor

CoAspire ( is a cutting-edge defense manufacturing leader in Northern Virginia, specializing in the precision assembly of advanced weapons systems. With over twelve years of a legacy of innovation, we're at the forefront of building reliable, affordable mass weapons that protect and empower our nation’s warfighters. Our tight-knit team thrives in a collaborative environment where safety, quality, and work-life balance come first. Join us to make a tangible impact on mission-critical technology!

Position: You will serve as the Production Supervisor responsible for oversight and management of the final stages of the weapon preparation team at MCAAP. This on-site leadership role monitors daily operations for warhead installation/verification, propellant fueling, final assembly, built-in test (BIT), quality assurance, and preparation for shipment. You will ensure schedule adherence, regulatory compliance, and high standards of safety/quality while providing documentation, reporting, and overall team leadership in a sensitive ammunition/ordnance environment.

Responsibilities:

• Day-to-day oversight of all aspects of final weapon preparation, assembly, testing and shipping.

•Follow programmatic schedules, monitor resources to ensure cost, timeline, and technical performance align with company and customer requirements.

•Participate in programmatic reviews and implementing/improving various process improvements as the program matures.

•Oversee compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards, including routine audits, inspections, and adherence to company and customer specifications.

• Facilitate regular stakeholder communications to track program milestones and resolve challenges.

• Support and provide the necessary documentation to fulfill procedures involving supply chain management, contracting, and performance metrics on an as-needed basis.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of production supervision experience in defense, ammunition, munitions, or explosives manufacturing environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent military/DoD experience).
• Strong skills in production scheduling, metrics tracking, and reporting (e.g. Excel, ERP/MRP systems).
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance (or the ability to obtain a clearance).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills in production and/or government-regulated environments.

Desired Skills:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent military/DoD experience).
• Experience in leading and/or overseeing teams handling ordnance, warheads, propellants, or final weapon assembly.

What We Offer:

Beyond competitive pay, we offer:

• Full benefits from day one: medical, dental and vision
• 401(k) with generous company match and immediate vesting
• PTO and Federal holidays

Apply now! We're reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Let's build the future together. No agencies, please.

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