VP of Production

Who We Are

Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America’s drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment.

As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy.

Responsibilities

• Design the Drone Factory of the Future: Build both the team and the factory capable of full vertical integration of the drone production stack including motors, batteries, PCBAs, optics, air-frames and final assembly and test at rates of over 1M drones per year.
• Process Improvement & Advanced Manufacturing Techniques: Identify and implement advanced manufacturing technologies, automation solutions, and process optimizations to bring new capabilities in-house and then improve throughput, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Production Strategy & Planning: Build out the systems to support a comprehensive production strategy as well as develop and execute plans aligned with organizational objectives, including capacity planning, resource allocation, and cost management.
• Manage Daily Production Operations: Ensure production meets on-time delivery, quality, and cost targets.
• Quality & Compliance: Implement, refine and enforce quality standards and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) to drive product reliability and compliance with industry regulations.
• Team Building & Management: Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-caliber production team, including engineering, leadership and frontline staff.
• Digital Production System Development: Define and support the design of digital production systems capable of supporting the factory of the future and which enable data-driven decision-making to refine production workflows and enhance operational excellence.
• Executive Communication & Reporting: Present production metrics, progress updates, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership. Communicate complex operational information clearly and concisely to influence decision-making at the senior level.
  
  

You should have the following

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience with a wide variety of production processes as well as standing up production lines from scratch.
• 10 years of experience in production management, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record in advanced manufacturing environments (e.g., consumer electronics, automotive, aerospace), including familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated success in managing a cross-functional team.
• Strong background in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to report clearly and credibly to executives.
• Strategic mindset paired with hands-on operational experience and strong analytical capabilities.
• This role card encapsulates common industry expectations, enabling organizations to refine as needed based on their specific context and strategic priorities.
  
  

US Salary Range

$200k - $250k USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are considered part of Neros' total compensation package.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.