THE ROLE
We are looking for a strategic yet hands-on Senior Production & Assembly Manager to own the lifecycle of our hardware production. This isn't just about managing a factory line; it’s about architecting the entire production ecosystem. You will be the primary interface with our EMS providers, ensuring that our complex, multi-component IoT systems are built, tested, and assembled with surgical precision and economic efficiency.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- EMS Partner Management: Act as the lead negotiator and operational point of contact for EMS providers. You’ll get involved in the "nitty-gritty" of production contracts, yield improvements, and cost optimizations.
- Production & Test Automation: Design and oversee the implementation of automated testing environments. You must define what needs to be tested and how to automate the validation of electronics and device assembly.
- Operational Assembly Coordination: Manage the complex orchestration of multi-component assembly. You will streamline the logistics of bringing disparate parts together into a finished system, identifying areas where manual operations can be replaced by smart automation.
- DFM (Design for Manufacturing): Provide a feedback loop to our hardware and software teams.
- Economic Strategy: You’ll analyze the trade-offs between unit costs, tooling investments, and lead times to ensure our scaling is financially sustainable.
YOUR PROFILE
- Background: Degree in Industrial Engineering (Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen), TUM BWL or Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Experience: Technical experience in hardware production and assembly processes including EOL testing.
- The Negotiator: Excellent interpersonal skills. You can be firm with suppliers on quality and cost while maintaining a collaborative, long-term partnership.
- Systems Thinker: You understand the "logic" of hardware/software interaction—you know how firmware flashing, calibration, and final assembly impact the production timeline.
- Operational Mindset: You are hands-on and come with a "get-it-done" attitude. You enjoy the challenge of coordinating complex logistics and assembly processes.
- Languages: Fluent in English and German (essential for managing local and international supplier relationships).
YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO THIS WITH US
At KINEXON, you will meet people with a similar mindset who are passionate about innovative technologies and love to master new challenges in a team, as well as create great products.
Become part of our team and enjoy the following benefits:
- #Freetime 30 days (DE) / 20 days (US) paid vacation to refuel your energy (for full-time employees)
- #WeCare – take your time off for the family (parental leave etc.)
- #WorkingHours – Early bird or night owl - you can choose your flexible work hours.
- #FlexibleLocation – we work with a hybrid and remote model.
- #OneTeam - We enjoy spending time together at regular team and company events.
- #OnTop - further benefits selected by you annually out of a range of benefits that we offer (mobility, sports, vacation budget, training budget and more)
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ABOUT US
KINEXON is a leader in Physical AI for Manufacturing & Sports, turning real-time location and motion data into actionable intelligence and automation. Our AI and IoT-driven platform supports a wide range of applications, from automated logistics and safety solutions in factories to live player tracking and performance analytics in sports. In sports, 80% of NBA teams rely on KINEXON technology, alongside FIFA and top European football teams and leagues. In manufacturing and logistics, we partner with blue chip companies including BMW, Siemens, Airbus, Continental, and MTU to drive measurable efficiency gains. Founded as a TU Munich spin-off, we are a team of ~250 people headquartered in Munich with a US office in Chicago - and we're hiring ambitious talent ready to shape the future of physical AI.
