Head of Production

1 week ago

Farnham GU, United Kingdom Evolve Dynamics LTD Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

Head of Production

About Evolve Dynamics

Evolve Dynamics is an engineering company specialising in UAV systems - aircraft, payloads and software, based in the United Kingdom. We provide best in class mission specific surveillance and special purpose aircraft of different types and sizes, as well as camera modules and other payloads, for public sector services, private security and defence. Our customers include UK police, fire fighters, Ministry of Defence as well as other NATO police forces and defence organisations. We also heavily support Ukraine, where we have many users. Innovation and perfection is in our DNA and we are one of the leading UAS companies in the world. We have been going since 2016 and have over 40 staff globally. We cover multiple engineering disciplines from mechanical, aerodynamics, electronics, radio, software, including AI.

Role Overview

As Head of Production, you will oversee the entire manufacturing and assembly process of our UAV systems, ensuring high-quality output, operational efficiency, and compliance with industry standards. You will work closely with internal teams such as engineering, procurement, and quality assurance and external assembly partners to deliver cutting-edge products on time and within budget.

Location: Farnham – Office

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee, schedule and report on outsourced production activities
  • Develop and implement efficient manufacturing processes and workflows
  • Ensure compliance with aerospace and UAV industry standards and regulations
  • Collaborate with R&D and engineering teams to improve production for scalable production
  • Manage production budgets, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Oversee quality control and assurance across all production stages
  • Negotiation and management of outsourced assembly partners
  • Liaise with key internal stakeholders within supply and engineering to plan production
  • Support product lifecycle management and change control processes
  • Establishing scalable and sustainable manufacturing

Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience in a senior production or manufacturing role, ideally within aerospace, robotics, UAVs or high-volume general appliances
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • In-depth knowledge of production planning, lean manufacturing, and quality systems
  • Familiarity with ISO standards and aerospace compliance frameworks
  • In depth knowledge of ERP systems
  • Proven track record product DFM improvement and production scaling
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field

Desirable

  • Experience with UAV systems, electronics, or composite materials
  • Knowledge of CAD/CAM
  • Certifications in Six Sigma, Lean, or similar methodologies
  • Previous use of Odoo ERP and YouTrack

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days of annual leave
  • Study days
  • Company events
  • Company & personal bonus scheme
  • Private health cover
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme
  • Cycle to work and Tech salary sacrifice schemes

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Farnham GU10: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

  • Are you expereinced with UAV systems, electronics, or composite materials?
  • Do you have a knowledge of CAD/CAM?
  • Have you previously used Odoo ERP and YouTrack?

Work Location: In person

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