VP, Manufacturing

Larry Bates

Meet Larry

Larry Bates oversees manufacturing operations at Orbion, leading production strategy, process optimization, and the scaling of high-volume spacecraft propulsion systems. He brings extensive experience in advanced manufacturing environments, with a background that spans precision engineering, supply chain management, and lean process implementation. At Orbion, Larry focuses on building efficient, high-reliability production systems that meet the demanding quality standards of the space industry while driving continuous improvement across the organization.