Aircraft Manufacturing Manager - FAL

DAHER
Sandpoint, ID

As an aircraft manufacturer, industrialist, industrial service provider and logistician, Daher currently has approximately 14,000 employees and achieved a revenue of 1.8 billion euros in 2024. With its family ownership, Daher has been focused on innovation since its creation in 1863. With locations in 15 countries across Europe, North America and Asia, Daher designs and develops value-added solutions for its aeronautical and industrial customers and partners

We're seeking an experienced Final Assembly Line Manufacturing Manager to lead production operations within an FAA Part 21 aircraft manufacturing environment. This role provides hands-on leadership for large production teams and ensures safe, efficient, and compliant final assembly operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and oversee all Final Assembly Line (FAL) activities
  • Assign and manage personnel across assembly stages to meet production goals
  • Ensure compliance with FAA Part 21, AS9100, and company PIS requirements
  • Partner with Quality, Engineering, Planning, and FAA designees
  • Support FAA audits, conformity inspections, and First Article Inspections
  • Drive safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Lead, coach, and develop teams while fostering a culture of accountability

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred
  • 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience
  • Experience managing teams of 50+ employees
  • Strong knowledge of FAA Part 21 and aerospace manufacturing
  • Lean, Six Sigma, and AS9100 experience required
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office

This is a leadership opportunity for a proven manufacturing professional ready to make an impact in aerospace production.


Information related to the position:

Compensation for this position starts at a base salary range of $90,000 - $125,000 plus eligibility for an annual target bonus. Any prospective offer will take into account the overall experience the successful candidate brings to the role. Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience. At Daher, your total rewards package is more than just your base salary as we offer a full benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and more.

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