Production Manager — FPV

We are a defense tech company developing and manufacturing UAV systems. We are launching serial production of a new long-range FPV platform and building the production team and processes around it.

Production Manager is a hands-on role combining production management, team leadership, and strong FPV/UAV technical expertise.

What you'll do

• Own day-to-day serial production and manage a team of 10+ employees across assembly, soldering, configuration, and testing
• Plan production activities, distribute tasks, track output, and ensure stable execution against production targets
• Identify bottlenecks and improve production efficiency as manufacturing volumes scale
• Support the team in resolving technical issues related to FPV assembly, electronics, configuration, and testing
• Maintain and improve production instructions, technical cards, and standardized processes
• Ensure accurate tracking of materials, components, production output, and defects
• Monitor production quality, analyze recurring issues, and implement corrective actions

• Coordinate production updates and operational questions with the UK customer

   

What we're looking for

• Strong practical knowledge of FPV/UAV systems, components, assembly, configuration, and testing
• Experience managing a production, workshop, engineering, or other technical team
• Ability to combine people management with hands-on involvement in technical and operational issues
• Experience planning daily production and managing output against defined targets
• Understanding of production documentation, materials/component tracking, and standardized processes
• Experience with quality control, defect management, and root-cause analysis
• Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to bring structure and discipline into a fast-moving production environment

• English B1+ 

   

Nice to have

• Direct experience with FPV or UAV production
• Engineering or electronics background
• Experience launching or scaling serial production
• Experience in defense tech, electronics, hardware, robotics, or another technical manufacturing environment
• Experience with Lean / continuous improvement methodologies

What We Offer

• Opportunity to launch a new FPV product into serial production and build manufacturing processes from the ground up — from team organization to implementing quality standards and optimizing production workflows
• International team: collaboration with UK colleagues, knowledge sharing, and access to international expertise
• Working schedule: Monday to Friday, 10:00–19:00, on-site in Kyiv
• Fully autonomous office with backup power and reliable internet connectivity
• Official employment, paid vacation, and sick leave
• Health insurance and corporate English classes
• Veteran-friendly workplace: a significant part of our team has military service experience
• Inclusive work environment: we value professionalism and expertise and provide equal opportunities regardless of age or gender