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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for director aerospace manufacturing manager in Raleigh, NC is $137,911.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,400.00 and $162,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Director Aerospace Manufacturing Manager do?

A Director Aerospace Manufacturing Manager oversees the production processes and operations within an aerospace manufacturing company. They are responsible for ensuring that manufacturing goals are met in terms of quality, safety, and efficiency while complying with industry regulations. This role involves managing teams, optimizing manufacturing workflows, coordinating with engineering and supply chain departments, and implementing process improvements. Additionally, they play a key role in budgeting, resource allocation, and strategic planning for manufacturing operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director Aerospace Manufacturing Manager?

To thrive as a Director Aerospace Manufacturing Manager, you need a deep understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes, quality control, and a relevant engineering degree, often supplemented with substantial leadership experience. Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, lean manufacturing tools, and aerospace industry certifications like AS9100 is typically required. Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and communication skills are crucial for managing large teams and driving continuous improvement. These skills ensure efficient operations, regulatory compliance, and the ability to lead complex projects in a highly technical and regulated industry.

How does a Director Aerospace Manufacturing Manager typically collaborate with engineering and quality assurance teams to ensure project success?

A Director Aerospace Manufacturing Manager plays a key role in cross-departmental collaboration by working closely with engineering teams to translate design specifications into manufacturable products and with quality assurance teams to maintain stringent industry standards. Regular meetings and integrated project management tools are used to synchronize schedules, address production challenges, and resolve quality issues promptly. This collaborative environment fosters continuous improvement, ensuring that manufacturing processes are efficient, cost-effective, and compliant with regulatory requirements. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential to align diverse teams toward shared goals.

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Manufacturing Manager, Bioprocessing

Donaldson Company

Durham, NC • On-site

$120 - $170/hr

Other

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Donaldson is committed to solving the world’s most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Manufacturing Manager, Bioprocessing for Isolere Bio, a division of Donaldson and home to the proprietary IsoTag™ technology—a bioprocessing purification solution that delivers better-than-affinity performance without the chromatography column. The company offers a growing portfolio of purification solutions for a wide range of biologics and other viral particles. This high-visibility role will lead and manage establishing production of IsoTag reagents as well as supporting efforts to scale production. Qualified candidates must be able to work an on-site schedule at our Durham, NC office/facility.

Role Responsibilities
  • Oversee upstream fermentation processes and downstream purification operations including chromatography, tangential flow filtration (TFF), and buffer preparation.
  • Coordinate production activities across manufacturing, quality, operations, and process development functions to meet business objectives
  • Train, develop, supervise manufacturing personnel.
  • Draft, review and approve batch records, deviations, investigations, change controls, and corrective actions.
  • Identify and implement improvements to increase operational efficiency, product quality, and manufacturing capacity.
  • Support technology transfer and process scale-up activities from development to commercial manufacturing by participating in SOP and batch record generation, documentation and training requirements, and other needs for tech transfer.
  • Ensure proper operation, maintenance, calibration, and qualification of manufacturing equipment.
  • Support commissioning and qualification of new manufacturing equipment and process technologies, as well as leading efforts for expansion of capabilities and equipment.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in science, engineering, manufacturing operations, or related field.
  • 5+ years of Bioprocessing experience in biopharmaceutical, industrial biotechnology, or related manufacturing environments.
  • Experience with upstream and/or downstream bioprocessing operations or related bioprocessing manufacturing operations.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 1+ years of leadership or supervisory experience within a manufacturing setting.
  • Experience with fermentation, chromatography, and/or tangential flow filtration (TFF).
  • Strong understanding of process control, batch manufacturing, and production scheduling.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
  • Experience in GMP-regulated manufacturing environments.
  • Experience with scale-up, technology transfer, and process validation activities.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence methodologies.
  • Experience with contract manufacturing or customer-facing production programs.
Relocation and Sponsorship

Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Immigration Sponsorship Not Available: Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.). Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans Employment opportunities for positions in the United States may require use of information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.

Donaldson Company helps solve some of the world’s most complex filtration and contamination control challenges, and is one of the largest global providers of unique filtration technologies and high-quality filters and parts. Our filtration technologies and products are used every day, in a variety of industries and environments, including aerospace, agriculture, construction, food and beverage, manufacturing, mining, power generation, transportation and many more. Key to our success, our 14,000 employees support customers at sales, manufacturing and distribution centers from over 140 locations on six continents. The filtration market continues to grow. Customers' needs for filtration solutions continue to evolve. And the opportunities for our products and our people continue to expand. Learn more at www.donaldson.com.

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