Factory Planning and Expansion Lead

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors https://www.skydio.com/solutions/energy-and-utilities to first responders https://www.skydio.com/solutions/public-safety, soldiers in battlefield scenarios https://www.skydio.com/solutions/national-security/tactical-isr, and beyond https://www.skydio.com/solutions. About the role: We are seeking a highly experienced Factory Planning & Expansion Lead to drive the end-to-end planning, factory layout, and support construction of new manufacturing facilities and expansions of existing sites. This role is heavily focused on factory design, layouts, and space planning requiring deep expertise in capital projects, site development, contractor management, and industrial building systems. You will lead complex, large-scale factory design from concept through commissioning, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to operational requirements. How you'll make an impact: Factory Expansion & Construction Leadership - Support as needed all phases of factory expansion projects, including site selection support, feasibility, design coordination, construction, and commissioning - Serve as the owner’s representative for all construction activities, ensuring alignment with business and production goals - Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and capital expenditure plans as it pertains to factory equipment and facility requirements Construction Management - Support as needed general contractors, subcontractors, architects, and engineering firms - Support construction execution, including site development, civil works, structural, MEP (mechanical, electri

Department: Operations; Team: Manufacturing