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