In this episode, Yaron Alfi, co-founder and CEO of Magenta, discusses his experiences in software and manufacturing at companies like SpaceX and ABL Space Systems. He explains why legacy software can be a limiting factor in manufacturing, the importance of building tailored software solutions, and how Magenta is leveraging AI to streamline manufacturing workflows. Yaron also shares leadership lessons from his time at SpaceX, his approach to building and scaling teams, and the value of trust in both formal and informal leadership roles. The conversation covers challenges in hiring for software roles, managing change, and providing effective support to technical teams in high-pressure environments.