Sr. Manufacturing Manager

Overview

Senior Manufacturing Manager at Leidos Security Enterprise Solutions, Vista, CA. Lead the production of advanced inspection and security systems deployed in airports and at border crossings worldwide. Support a global customer base and a diverse product portfolio requiring a flexible manufacturing operation that adapts quickly to evolving market demands and changing production schedules.

This position requires a strong command of manufacturing operations, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to quickly adapt in a dynamic environment. The Senior Manufacturing Manager will regularly interact with and host high-profile visitors, including customers, executives, and other key stakeholders. The role oversees multiple production teams as well as the local Manufacturing Engineering organization, ensuring operational excellence, responsiveness, and continuous improvement.

• Lead, mentor, and develop manufacturing managers, supervisors, and production teams to achieve operational excellence
• Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production targets, quality standards, and delivery schedules are met
• Develop and execute manufacturing strategies aligned with company goals, customer demand, and capacity planning
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence methodologies
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards (OSHA, ISO, GMP, etc., as applicable)
• Manage budgets, labor costs, and capital expenditures to meet financial targets
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to improve processes and resolve production issues
• Analyze KPIs and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Lead new product introductions, scale-ups, and process changes within manufacturing
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field with 8+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, including management of managers. Additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of education.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production planning, and quality systems
• Proven experience driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and changing management skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Master’s degree (MBA or MS in Engineering/Operations)
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent)
• Experience with x-ray imaging devices manufacturing

If you want more context, Leidos emphasizes a forward-moving culture and mission-driven work. This description reflects the responsibilities and qualifications for the Senior Manufacturing Manager role at the Vista, CA facility.

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The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in offering an offer include responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit

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