Total 2 job vacancies by Aliena Pte. Ltd.

Job Title: Head of Production

Location: Singapore

Company: Aliena, a pioneering space tech company specializing in the development of Hall thruster systems for satellite propulsion.

About Us: Aliena is at the forefront of space technology innovation, developing advanced Hall thruster systems that propel satellites with unmatched efficiency and reliability. As we transition from groundbreaking R&D to scalable production, we seek a dynamic and experienced Head of Production to lead our efforts in bringing these cutting-edge technologies to market.

Position Overview:The Head of Production will be responsible for overseeing the entire production process, ensuring the seamless transition of our Hall thruster systems from research and development to commercially viable products. This role demands a strategic thinker with a strong background in production, quality assurance, and quality control protocols, and a deep understanding of industry standards for batch production. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in leading production teams, implementing cost-effective manufacturing strategies, and ensuring high standards of product quality and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive production strategies that align with the company’s goals and industry standards.
• Establish and maintain robust QA and QC protocols to ensure the highest quality of products.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of production engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the production process, from initial planning and scheduling to final product delivery.
• Collaborate with the R&D team to translate innovative designs into manufacturable and commercially viable products.
• Optimize production workflows to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and meet production targets.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, production efficiency, and overall operational performance.
• Manage production budgets, resources, and timelines effectively.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a production or manufacturing leadership role, preferably in the aerospace or high-tech industries.
• Proven experience in translating R&D projects into commercial products.
• Strong knowledge of QA and QC protocols and industry standards for batch production.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team of engineers and production staff.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a track record of implementing effective production strategies.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience with propulsion systems or satellite/space-related technologies.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and practices.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and standards in the aerospace industry.
• Experience with advanced manufacturing techniques and technologies.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technologies.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Career growth and development opportunities.

How to Apply:Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications through this portal.

Aliena is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

*Do note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted*

Aliena is a leading Singapore-based space-tech company, aiming at providing high-resolution data to terrestrial businesses by enabling a fleet of imaging satellites to fly closer to the Earth using our proprietary electric propulsion engines. In January 2022 Aliena broke the record for the smallest satellite ever to launch with a Hall plasma thruster on board.

We impact lives on Earth by bringing space closer to home. We develop low power engines that enable satellites to fly closer to Earth and provide impactful high quality data to various market segments such as banking & finance, maritime, aviation, agriculture, energy, security, and defence at an affordable rate.

Our engines are mission agnostic, and while our vision is centred around the very low earth orbit, all types of missions are welcome, in any branch of pace exploration or space economy.

By joining our dynamic and visionary team, you will take part in defining the future of Earth observation and state-of-the-art low power plasma propulsion systems.

Your responsibilities

• Perform the electrical design, simulation and analysis of power electronics circuits and systems to meet technical product requirements. The main focus will be on DC-DC power converters.
• Conduct the electrical debug, test, characterization, and validation of power electronics designs.
• Optimise the Power Processing Unit design for coupling with Aliena’s family of Hall effect thrusters. Understand the interactions between power electronics and plasma devices (internal training provided).
• Cooperate with embedded system engineers to improve the Electronic Control Unit and explore the possibility of an integrated ECU-PPU.
• Support the design of laboratory experiments to test the PPU performance coupled with different Thruster Units and power rails.
• Assist in the environmental testing of PPUs and other Aliena systems (might involve travelling abroad).
• Partner with the operations team in planning for the scale production stage of the propulsion system.
• Document and share best-practices.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience in PCB design and assembly including knowledge of eCAD.

Useful experiences

· Experience in modelling, simulating, and testing of power electronics through tools like PSIM, MATLAB, ORCAD/PSPICE, LTspice, etc..

· Experience in designing and solving technical problems in the area of power and analog circuit design.

If you are not ticking all of the abovementioned qualifications, don’t you worry! We are looking forward to helping you accomplish them together with us!

Ideal profile

• Motivated self sufficient individual, aiming to improve itself as well as the company
• Hands-on approach
• Out-of-the-box problem solver
• Team player

What we offer

• Market competitive compensation
• Personal office computer
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment
• Comprehensive health coverage
• Options under the Employee Stock Option Plan

***Admin note***

Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted directly by Aliena's HR for interviews and further assessment