Production Coordinator

Quantum Space is redefining mobility and maneuverability in space. Our high-mobility spacecraft platforms support national security, civil, and commercial missions with unmatched flexibility and propulsion capability. We build fast and iterate quickly.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive Production Coordinator to support the build, integration, and delivery of our Ranger spacecraft platform. In this role, you will help keep production operations running efficiently by coordinating the movement of parts, materials, documentation, and production activities across multiple teams.

You will work at the intersection of manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, engineering, inventory management, and production planning—ensuring the right hardware is in the right place at the right time, supported by accurate data, documentation, and material traceability.

You will play a key role in maintaining production schedules, identifying and resolving workflow constraints, and supporting the efficient movement of flight hardware from receiving through integration and test. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment, takes ownership of details, and enjoys working across teams to keep mission-critical programs moving forward.

Where You’ll Make an Impact

Monitor, track, and coordinate the movement of parts and materials throughout the production lifecycle to ensure timely delivery to the appropriate work centers and production locations

Facilitate the physical movement of hardware through receiving inspection, inventory, purchasing, production, and other applicable work centers

Identify workflow bottlenecks, improve process consistency, and help reduce internal logistics lead times

Coordinate external processing activities, including machining, plating, testing, and other outside services, to ensure materials return on schedule

Collaborate with production planning, procurement, engineering, and manufacturing teams to maintain accurate and reliable MRP/ERP system data

Identify and help resolve inaccurate inventory records, material demand signals, scheduling discrepancies, and other system issues that could disrupt production

Develop, maintain, and update production metrics, dashboards, and reports to support operational visibility and continuous improvement

Partner with production supervisors and managers to track and close metrics-driven action items and resolve production constraints

Prepare reports highlighting production requirements, deliverables, material availability, schedule risks, and operational constraints for internal teams and customers

Support production leadership and program management teams with action item tracking, status updates, and cross-functional coordination

Coordinate material staging, kitting, and workflow organization to improve production readiness and efficiency

Maintain material certifications, traceability documentation, and inventory controls to ensure only properly certified materials are used in flight hardware

Support production and inventory teams with return-to-stock activities, inventory reconciliation, and material disposition or purge actions

Assist with purchase requisition creation and coordination of scheduled contract work and outside services

Organize and maintain physical and electronic production tooling records, documentation libraries, and calibration databases

Support work order creation, tracking, updates, and closure for assigned production cells

Participate in production process improvements and productivity initiatives to improve material flow, operational efficiency, and schedule performance

Help establish disciplined production coordination processes that enable Quantum Space to move quickly without compromising quality, traceability, or mission assurance

What It Takes

High school diploma or equivalent

1+ year of experience in production support, manufacturing coordination, logistics, inventory management, administrative operations, or a related role

Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Ability to coordinate materials, documentation, and production activities across multiple departments and work centers

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and other productivity tools

Experience maintaining accurate records, organizing documentation, and tracking operational activities

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with production personnel, engineers, procurement teams, and management

Ability to identify discrepancies, troubleshoot operational issues, and proactively follow through on action items

Comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing or production environment and supporting the physical movement of materials and hardware

Ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned responsibilities, and adapt to shifting production priorities

Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, iterative environment where production schedules and priorities evolve quickly

Nice-to-Have Experience

3+ years of experience supporting manufacturing operations, production control, logistics coordination, or departmental administration

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field

Experience working with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems

Experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, semiconductor, electronics, or other high-reliability manufacturing environments

Familiarity with spacecraft or flight hardware manufacturing, assembly, integration, and test operations

Experience managing material certifications, part traceability, manufacturing records, and configuration-controlled documentation

Knowledge of inventory management, production scheduling, work order management, and material flow processes

Experience coordinating outside processing, supplier deliveries, and procurement activities

Experience developing production reports, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), and supporting metrics-driven operational improvements

Familiarity with SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or similar data analysis and reporting tools

APICS/ASCM certification, such as Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)

Familiarity with production tooling management, calibration tracking, and manufacturing documentation systems

Experience supporting lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or production efficiency initiatives

Experience working in a startup or small-team environment where flexibility, initiative, and cross-functional collaboration are essential

What You’ll Get

Ownership – Take responsibility for coordinating critical production activities and ensuring materials, documentation, and work orders are ready to support spacecraft manufacturing

Innovation – Support the development and production of advanced spacecraft technologies enabling next-generation space mobility, maneuverability, and defense missions

Impact – Play a direct role in keeping spacecraft production on schedule and ensuring mission-critical flight hardware moves efficiently from receiving through integration and test

Growth – Build broad operational expertise across aerospace manufacturing, supply chain, production planning, inventory management, and spacecraft integration while working alongside a multidisciplinary engineering team

Mission Exposure – Gain hands-on experience supporting the spacecraft production lifecycle, from initial hardware procurement and receiving through assembly, integration, testing, and launch readiness

Compensation – Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, HSA, 401(k) matching, and equity sharing

Location

Rockville, MD

Hourly rate

$25 to $30

The hourly range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors. Actual offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Quantum Space's total compensation package.

Additional Requirements

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Apply now. Join us in building the next generation of spacecraft.