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title: 'Manufacturing Manager at Epirus'
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# Manufacturing Manager at Epirus

- **Company:** Epirus
- **Location:** Torrance California, United States
- **Compensation:** $128k–$161k
- **Posted:** 2026-08-05
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11
- **Apply:** https://www.epirusinc.com/open-roles?gh_jid=6134858004

## Job description

## About Epirus

Epirus is a high-growth technology company dedicated to overcoming the asymmetric challenges inherent to the future of national security. Epirus' flagship product, Leonidas, is a software-defined system built using intelligent power management techniques which allow power-hungry systems to do more with less.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Production Manager with a background in scaling manufacturing operations and to support our operations in Torrance, CA. This is an exciting role in an innovative, high-growth defense technology company. The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production targets are met safely, efficiently, and within budget. This role manages production staff, coordinates with other departments, and drives continuous improvement initiatives across the production floor.

Responsibilities:

- Plan, organize, and oversee daily production schedules to meet output, quality, and delivery targets
- Supervise, train, and develop production staff and shift supervisors
- Monitor production KPIs (output, efficiency, scrap/waste, downtime, safety, FPY) and implement corrective actions
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
- Manage production budgets, control costs, and identify cost-saving opportunities
- Coordinate with Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering to resolve operational issues
- Drive continuous improvement using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies
- Maintain accurate production records and prepare regular performance reports for senior management
- Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to minimize downtime
- Ensure proper staffing levels and manage shift scheduling
- Lead root-cause analysis for quality or production deviations
- Identify and resolve bottlenecks impacting throughput and delivery
- Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives across operations

Basic Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 4+ years of experience in manufacturing/production, with experience in a supervisory or managerial role
- Strong knowledge of production planning, lean manufacturing, and quality systems (ISO, Six Sigma a plus)
- Proven leadership and team management skills
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office (Oracle is a plus)
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability industries
- Experience scaling production from prototype to volume
- Familiarity with regulatory environments (ITAR, AS9100, ISO)
- Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or APICS (CPIM/CSCP)
- Experience with government or defense programs

## ITAR AND SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

At Epirus, you’ll work with technical peers and great people—and get first crack at some of the defining technology challenges of our time. Here, “impossible” is just a challenge. We're a diverse, fast-growing team of change-makers fueling the future of energy with revolutionary solutions. [Join us and rewrite the rules.](https://www.epirusinc.com/open-roles)

As required by the Equal Pay Transparency Act, Epirus provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. For the state of California only, the range of starting pay for this role is: $127,700—$161,000 USD

## About Epirus

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Epirus develops software-defined, solid-state high-power microwave (HPM) systems and advanced electronics to defend against drone swarms and asymmetric threats.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series D; total funding $548.4M)
- **Headquarters**: Torrance, California, United States
- **Founded**: 2018
- **Founders**: John T. and Nathan Mintz

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Defense and Space Manufacturing – directed energy, electronic warfare, counter-UAS.
- **Target customers**: U.S. Department of Defense (Army, Navy, Marines), allied governments, and critical‑infrastructure operators (B2G, B2B).
- **Mission**: “To protect and sustain civilization” by advancing the frontiers of high-power microwave technology for asymmetric challenges.

## Products & Services
- **Leonidas™ (High‑Power Microwave System)**: Software‑defined, long‑pulse HPM platform for counter‑drone swarm operations. Defeated a 49‑drone swarm in live‑fire demonstrations. Configurable as fixed, semi‑fixed, or mobile (hitch‑mounted).
- **Leonidas H₂O**: Maritime interdiction variant for unmanned surface vessel (USV) protection.
- **Epirus Pod**: Compact, portable HPM system for special operations, de‑mining, and small‑platform integration.
- **Air Domain Awareness**: Always‑on perception systems using big data and ML to monitor, track, and mitigate UAS incursions.
- **Advanced Electronics**: Hardware/software/AI modules that enable high‑power performance across demanding use cases.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed (conflicting reports; latest funding round implied valuation significant)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue ~$115M (2025–2026 estimate) | Total Funding $548.4M [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/epirus)
- **Notable Investors**: 8VC (lead Series A), T. Rowe Price (lead Series C), M42 (lead corporate round in 2025). Other backers include Stu Shea (board member).
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Headcount of 189 (+19.8% YoY, +41 employees) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/epirus)
  - $250M Series D (2025/2026) closed to hyperscale Leonidas production
  - U.S. Army contracts: $43.5M (IFPC‑HPM Gen II), $66.1M for Leonidas directed‑energy prototypes
  - Finalized delivery of four IFPC‑HPM prototypes to U.S. Army (June 2026)
  - International expansion: offices in Italy and UK, 49k+ LinkedIn followers (70.8% yearly growth)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Solid‑state, long‑pulse HPM** that is software‑defined and scalable – unlike legacy tube‑based systems.
- **AI‑driven intelligent power management** lets power‑hungry systems “do more with less.”
- **Rapid prototyping & delivery** – Leonidas was delivered to the U.S. Army in record time.
- **Proven against real‑swarm threats** – 100% kill rate in 49‑drone demonstration.
- **Modular, vehicle‑agnostic architecture** that integrates with existing sensor and weapon platforms.

## Strategic Focus
- Scaling Leonidas production capacity for critical‑asset protection (driven by $250M Series D) [epirusinc.com](https://www.epirusinc.com/)
- Expanding maritime capabilities (Leonidas H₂O) and pod‑based EW for special operations.
- Deepening partnership with U.S. Army (IFPC‑HPM program) and entering allied markets (UK, Italy).
- Continuing to invest in AI/ML for air‑domain awareness and autonomous threat identification.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Values**: Built on four pillars – Accountability, Respect, Commitment, Speed with Discipline. Described as “Neo Prime” for asymmetric warfare – fast‑paced, mission‑driven.
- **Work Environment**: Hybrid/flexible with offices in Torrance (HQ), Hawthorne, and Law (innovation center). Casual dress, catered lunches, stocked kitchens.
- **Benefits**:
  - Up to 100% paid medical coverage, robust vision & dental, flex accounts.
  - Stock options (full vesting), 6% 401k match, annual dependent‑care support, monthly electronics stipend.
  - 19 paid holidays + unlimited PTO + generous parental leave.
  - Free gyms, Calm app subscriptions, unlimited mental‑health access, pet insurance.
- **Engineering Culture**: “Impossible is just a challenge” – fast iteration, cross‑functional teams, blend of startup mentality and aerospace/defense experience. Alumni from SpaceX, Anduril, Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin.
- **Growth**: 40 active job postings (monthly +53.8%, yearly +100%); rapid headcount increase and major contracts signal stability and scaling.

## Sources
1. [Epirus Website](https://www.epirusinc.com/)
2. [Epirus About Page](https://www.epirusinc.com/about)
3. [Epirus Careers Page](https://www.epirusinc.com/careers)
4. [Epirus LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/epirus)

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