Vice President of Operations

Vice President of Operations – Confidential Aerospace Manufacturer

A leading aerospace and defense manufacturer is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Vice President of Operations (VPO) to oversee OEM and MRO production operations across a high-mix, precision-engineered environment. This is a mission-critical role responsible for operational leadership, team development, and continuous improvement across all production functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize day-to-day production for both OEM and MRO operations
• Drive short- and long-term goals for on-time delivery, quality, revenue, and gross margin
• Implement and evolve operational strategies, processes, and policies to maximize efficiency and minimize risk
• Achieve and sustain 95%+ On-Time Delivery (OTD) and first-pass yield targets
• Lead a team of ~90 employees through five direct reports, fostering a culture of accountability and results
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, quality, supply chain, and finance
• Utilize ERP systems to plan labor and machine resources and adjust schedules as needed
• Oversee operational performance metrics, cost control initiatives, and lean practices
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and ensure smooth handoff from engineering to production
• Represent the operations function in customer meetings and audits
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline (Master’s preferred)
• 5+ years in a senior manufacturing leadership role; aerospace or defense industry preferred
• Demonstrated success leading cost reduction, productivity, and performance improvement initiatives
• Strong understanding of manufacturing engineering, materials, and production planning
• Skilled in ERP systems (Infor preferred) and data-driven decision-making
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Comfortable working in high-mix, low-volume, regulated environments
• Willingness to travel up to 15% domestically and internationally
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Background in robotic automation or machine shop integration
• Hands-on experience in continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
• Strong technical fluency across mechanical and systems design principles
• Aerospace sector experience including FAA, DoD, or NADCAP compliance
  
  

Why This Role?

This is a high-impact opportunity to lead operations at a company where precision, reliability, and innovation are the cornerstones of every product delivered. If you're ready to take the reins of a manufacturing organization that builds mission-critical hardware, we’d love to hear from you.

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