Calspan JETS is the world’s number one supplier of ground-based testing solutions and expertise for the aerospace industry. Our customers get a single, experienced partner to help them efficiently validate engine and airframe performance across development, production and maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO).  We are seeking a motivated Warehouse & Assembly Manager to join our team!

Every single thing we do with our customers and employees is based upon our goal of being selective to join and difficult to leave. We operate with a core set of values surrounding inclusiveness, accountability and innovation. Do you have what it takes to Be Calspan?

Core Responsibilities Listed Below – Compensation and position level commensurate with education and experience.

Provide leadership, training, direction, and guidance to warehouse and assembly teams to ensure timely execution of all production deliverables while maintaining product quality.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and assign mechanical and electrical production resources to meet project demands and schedules. Ensure assemblies are completed accurately and on time, the quality of work meets company standards, equipment and tooling is maintained, issues are communicated and resolved, and all safety protocols are being followed.   
• Manage in alignment with our Company Values. Lead with the intent to create a respectful and healthy work culture that embraces inclusion. Create awareness in others of their abilities; involve others and share authority in planning and decision-making; challenge the Team and provide support by allowing them to take appropriate risks. Create an environment in which others feel ownership for results and feel comfortable taking action to achieve desired results. Provide timely, constructive feedback regarding performance with a commitment to motivate, train, and develop. Manage administrative responsibilities and assume full responsibility for accomplishments of department functions.  
• Drive productivity improvement activities that align with the business value drivers. Contribute to work forecasting and recommend project or group staffing adjustments to maintain project milestone commitments. Interview and train new staff when needed. Provide timely, constructive feedback regarding performance with a commitment to motivate, train, and develop.  
• Direct all receiving, shipping, and warehouse activities to ensure that all parts are moving without interruption. Coordinate with Procurement and Planning to ensure inventory and floor stock levels are sufficient to meet production plan.  

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in relevant field of study
• 3+ years Management experience in a manufacturing environment
• 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment involving planning, procurement, and assembly operations.
• Experience with mechanical and electrical assembly troubleshooting and process improvement; or a combination of education and experience
• Experience with Microsoft Projects, or similar preferred

Preferred Knowledge / Ability:

• Ability to provide clear direction and oversight to personnel with varied skills and functions
• Ability to drive performance, delegate assignments, and create a culture of accountability
• Strong communication, organizational, time management, and basic mathematical skills

• Proficient with reading mechanical and electrical drawings
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work well in a team setting
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to quickly adapt and change priorities while professionally managing interruptions
• Valid Driver’s License
• To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government

Why join Calspan?

Be Calspan Culture

At Calspan, we promote an environment that empowers employees and encourages innovation. Our management team enables a strong sense of teamwork with each endeavor, where successes are shared and lessons are learned. The company’s talent brand, “Be Calspan”, incorporates our company values to Be Inclusive, Accountable, and Innovative and our commitment to drive every individual to - Be Developed, Be Balanced, Be Connected, Be Community and Be Recognized. Our culture promotes a positive atmosphere and competitive can-do method of action.

Great Benefits = Happy, Committed Employees 

Retaining great talent is as important as finding it, so at Calspan, we take our employee value proposition of Be Calspan quite seriously. To us, that means offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and promotional opportunities. Our benefits include: Health Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Hospital Coverage, Accident Coverage, Life Insurance Policy, Paid-Time Off, Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Reimbursement , and Pet Insurance.

Calspan is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Calspan supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.

The salary range provided is a general guideline. Actual pay will depend on several factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and other applicable qualifications.  Calspan is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.