--- title: 'Manager, Fleet & Program Operations at ICON' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/manager-fleet-program-operations-icon-austin-5337ktz0kqvx' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-02' --- # Manager, Fleet & Program Operations at ICON - **Company:** ICON - **Location:** Austin, TX - **Posted:** 2026-10-29 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-02 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/iconcareers/jobs/6238930004 ## Job description ICON is seeking a Manager, Fleet & Program Operations to run day-to-day execution of the lifecycle of ICON’s 3D printer fleet, from deployment planning through mobilization, active project coordination, demobilization, and return-to-ready. Working within the operational playbook and fleet strategy set by senior leadership, this leader will keep deployments on schedule across a growing portfolio of residential, commercial, and MILCON projects.This role will coordinate across Print Operations, Field Engineering, Supply Chain, Inventory, and Mobility to move printers, BOMs, rail systems, and thousands of parts on time and ready to print. This position will sit at our Austin, TX headquarters and report to the Senior Manager, Fleet Operations. ## RESPONSIBILITIES: Deployment Planning - Maintain the master fleet deployment calendar, with current knowledge of every printer’s location, status, readiness, and next assignment. - Build and execute the Deployment Gantt for each assigned project, defining steps, ownership, and sequencing across Inventory, Manufacturing, Print Operations, and Mobility. - Run recurring planning meetings with team leads to surface issues, track status, and maintain a rolling two-week look-ahead across active deployments. - Support pre-deployment coordination from initial scoping through on-time mobilization. - Provide equipment forecasting input to senior leadership and business development as the project pipeline evolves. - Conduct site assessments covering site constraints, receiving areas, and storage requirements. - Execute deployment-scale logistics for fleet moves, including steel sets, rail sections, crane mats, and large inventories of parts. Continuous Improvement - Maintain and improve ICON Deployment Processes, including the software tools used for communications, procedure updates, and lessons learned. - Analyze printer data and performance KPIs to identify improvements following downtime investigations. - Support logistics-related processes with the data needed to improve fleet productivity. Mobilization & Return-to-Ready - Oversee HQ staging and verification of printer Bills of Materials (BOMs), including packout kits, tooling, rail systems, site equipment, and spares. - Drive completion of the Pre-Mobilization Checklist for each Vulcan and Magma printer, ensuring sign-off before any equipment leaves for a site. - Plan and schedule outbound truckloads (53ft flatbeds, hotshots, tilt beds, box trucks) around printer readiness dates. - Work with Sustaining Engineering and Field Engineering to confirm Preventative Maintenance, walkthroughs, punchlist items, and final sign-off are complete before deployment. - Track and publish mobilization status and outbound shipment schedules to stakeholders, and account for all printers, spare units, and associated equipment. - Sequence printer delivery so equipment does not block downstream trades. - Manage the demobilization process, including cleaning, preventive maintenance, mechanical/electrical breakdown, and staging for outbound shipment. ## Team Management - Lead and develop the fleet operations team, including onboarding new hires and cross- training to ensure coverage across concurrent deployments. - Partner with Print Operations leadership and HR on headcount needs and recruiting. - Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and field-ready execution. ## MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - 5+ years of experience in field logistics, heavy equipment mobilization, construction operations, or fleet management in multi-site operating environments. - 3+ years of people management experience, including cross-functional coordination. - Experience coordinating multi-truck, multi-site logistics involving oversized or specialized equipment. - Proficiency with inventory management systems (e.g., NetSuite) and construction project management platforms (e.g., Procore). - Experience creating and managing BOMs, packout checklists, and mobilization tracking documentation. - Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across field, HQ, supply chain, and engineering teams. - Ability to work effectively in fast-paced field environments with competing priorities. - Valid driver’s license; ability to travel up to 50% to project sites, including extended stays. ## PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: - Experience with large-scale construction or MILCON projects. - Familiarity with 3D printing, advanced manufacturing, or construction technology equipment. - Experience with crane mats, rail systems, or heavy manufacturing infrastructure. - Knowledge of DOT freight regulations, hotshot logistics, and flatbed/tilt-bed load requirements. - Experience with Gantt-based mobilization planning and milestone-based scheduling. - Lean construction or process certifications. - Experience in dynamic, high-performance environments. ICON is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an innovative, inclusive, diverse and discrimination-free work environment. Employment with ICON is based on merit, competence, and qualifications. It is our policy to administer all personnel actions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Consistent with the obligations of these laws, ICON will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Furthermore, as a federal government contractor, the Company maintains an affirmative action program which furthers its commitment and complies with recordkeeping and reporting requirements under certain federal civil rights laws and regulations, including Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended) and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (as amended). Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit candidates through this application. ICON does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency submissions for candidates and will not pay fees to any third-party agency without a prior agreement with ICON. As part of our compliance with these obligations, the Company invites you to voluntarily self-identify as set forth below. Provision of such information is entirely voluntary and a decision to provide or not provide such information will not have any effect on your employment or subject you to any adverse treatment. Any and all information provided will be considered confidential, will be kept separate from your application and/or personnel file, and will only be used in accordance with applicable laws, orders and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement purposes. [Internet Applicant Employment Notices](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1KtxCrS8fV9XRApKaXFjKJ5twhzR_MkGE) ## About ICON ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: ICON develops advanced 3D printing robotics, software, and materials to transform construction, tackling the global housing crisis and preparing to build on other worlds. - **Entity Type**: Private (Venture-backed; last known round: Series B in February 2022) - **Headquarters**: Austin, Texas, United States - **Founded**: 2017 - **Founders**: Evan Loomis (Co-Founder) and others; the founding team is not fully detailed in public sources. ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Construction Technology (PropTech), Robotics, Advanced Materials, Aerospace (Off-Planet R&D) - **Target customers**: B2B (homebuilders, developers, military/defense), B2G (government/MILCON projects), and B2C (homebuyers via partner builders) - **Mission or purpose statement**: To advance humanity by using 3D printing robotics, software, and advanced materials to lower the cost and increase the speed and quality of construction, tackling the global housing crisis and preparing to build on other worlds. ## Products & Services - **Vulcan Construction System**: A large-scale 3D printing robotic system that prints single-story and multi-story concrete homes and structures. Type: Hardware + Software. - **Phoenix Multi-Story Printer**: A newer, radical robotic printer unveiled to enable multi-story construction. Type: Hardware + Software. - **Proprietary Advanced Materials (e.g., Lavacrete)**: A low-carbon, high-strength concrete mix designed specifically for 3D printing. Type: Material. - **Digital Catalog for Residential Architecture**: A catalog of pre-designed, printable home models. Type: Software/Service. - **AI Architect for Home Design**: An AI-powered tool for home design and construction planning. Type: Software. - **Off-Planet R&D**: Research and development of construction systems for use on the Moon and Mars, including work under NASA contracts. Type: R&D Service. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (Private company). - **Key Metric**: $564.7M in total funding across 8 rounds. Annual revenue estimated at $18.0M (source: LinkedIn). - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Tiger Global Management (led Series B), Moderne Ventures (led Series A), Oakhouse Partners (led Seed). Partners include NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, and various homebuilding firms. - **Growth Signals**: Headcount of 228 employees (+10.8% YoY); 42 active job postings (+223.1% YoY); expansion into military construction (MILCON); ongoing development of the Phoenix multi-story printer and Off-Planet systems. ## Competitive Advantages - **Pioneer & First-Mover**: One of the first companies to successfully deploy large-scale 3D printing for livable homes, creating a strong brand and operational track record. - **Vertically Integrated Technology Stack**: Proprietary robotics, software, and materials are all developed in-house, creating a defensible moat and optimized system performance. - **High-Profile Government & Space Contracts**: Partnerships with NASA and the U.S. Department of Defense provide credibility, non-dilutive funding, and a unique market position. - **Mission-Driven Brand**: The dual mission of solving the housing crisis and building on other worlds attracts top talent and media attention. ## Strategic Focus - **Scaling Military & Government Projects (MILCON)**: A major focus is on winning and delivering large-scale construction projects for the U.S. military. - **Multi-Story Construction**: The Phoenix printer represents a key strategic pivot to enable taller, denser buildings, opening up new market segments. - **Commercialization & Replicability**: Moving from R&D and pilot projects to a repeatable, scalable business model that can be deployed globally. - **Off-Planet Systems**: Continued R&D for lunar and Martian construction, maintaining a long-term vision that differentiates the company. ## Why Work Here - **Mission & Impact**: The opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that directly addresses the global housing crisis and has a tangible, physical impact. The "Earth and beyond" mission is a powerful motivator. - **Hands-On, Cross-Disciplinary Learning**: Employees gain deep, practical experience across robotics, materials science, software, and field operations. Learning is accelerated. - **Comprehensive Benefits**: Includes medical/dental/vision, mental health coverage, "Use What You Need" PTO, generous parental leave, 401K with Roth IRA, and employee stock options. - **Culture**: Described as fast-paced, intense, and driven by a sense of urgency and ownership. Attracts builders, engineers, and operators who want to reinvent an industry. - **Work Policy**: Roles are primarily based in Austin, TX (HQ), with some field positions in Miami, FL. The environment is largely on-site, especially for engineering, operations, and print roles. - **Considerations**: The culture is also noted for high volatility, including a 25% workforce reduction in January 2025. Workload can be intense with long hours, and leadership is described as uneven by some sources. Candidates seeking stability and process maturity may find the environment challenging. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/icon-build/faq/workplace-perception) ## Sources 1. [iconbuild.com](https://www.iconbuild.com/) 2. [iconbuild.com/careers](https://www.iconbuild.com/careers) 3. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/iconcareers](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/iconcareers) 4. [linkedin.com/company/icon3dtech](https://www.linkedin.com/company/icon3dtech) 5. 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