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Chief Production Officer

TOULOUSE, 31
il y a 18 jours

Darwin Space are currently hiring for a Chief Production Officer in Toulouse.

Key Responsibilities

  • Partner directly with the CEO to define and execute the company’s production and operational strategy
  • Lead end-to-end production activities, including manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) of space systems
  • Drive operational excellence, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and adherence to quality and safety standards
  • Oversee large, multidisciplinary teams, with prior experience managing 100+ direct reports
  • Act as a key decision-maker in executive leadership, contributing to company-wide strategy and growth
  • Establish and optimize production processes to support rapid scaling of space missions and services
  • Ensure compliance with European and international aerospace regulations and standards
  • Manage budgets, timelines, and resource allocation for production programs
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, R&D, supply chain, and mission operations teams
  • Represent the company in high-level stakeholder engagements, including partners, investors, and regulatory bodies

Background

  • Minimum 20+ years of experience in the space or aerospace industry
  • Extensive leadership experience in production, manufacturing, or operations at a senior level
  • Proven history of managing large teams (100+ direct reports) in complex organizational structures
  • Experience working within high-growth or innovation-driven environments is strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities
  • Deep understanding of space systems production, AIT processes, and industrial scaling
  • Exceptional leadership and organizational management skills
  • Ability to operate effectively at executive level alongside CEO and board stakeholders
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
  • Results-driven mindset with a focus on operational excellence and delivery
  • Fluency in English required; French is a strong advantage
  • Willingness to be based in Toulouse or relocate

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

James Godfrey

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Darwin Recruitment
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