Sr. Director of Operations

San Luis Obispo, CA
Full Time
Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero)
Senior Manager/Supervisor

 

Sr. Director of Operations

Job Summary:

The Sr. Director of Operations leads and manages the following core functions: Planning and Production Control, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering.  The Sr. Director of Operations ensures the efficient execution of all processes associated with Operations, the building of quality products, and meeting the delivery schedule requirements for each of the assigned Business Areas. In addition, one responsible for driving Visual/Lean Factory implementation, MRP Optimization and Metrics-Based Performance Management throughout the factory.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Leadership and management of all personnel within assigned business area’s Operations Department
  • Leadership of Visual/Lean Factory, MRP Optimization and Metrics-Based Performance Management
  • Achievement of annual business area operating performance objectives and KPI metrics
  • Implementation of the key characteristics required to transition products to production
  • Integral part of key suppliers qualifying and ongoing collaborative relationships.
  • Coordinates inputs to and outputs from the business area leadership teams to ensure objectives are met
  • Translate customer requirements into state-of-the-art manufacturing strategies and processes, resulting in cost-effective processing and profitable manufacturing of company product
  • Ensures product quality and delivery schedule requirements are achieved for all customer deliverables of materials, components, parts, subassemblies, manufactured systems, tooling, and equipment
  • Ensures the development of, manufacture of, certification of and maintenance of manufacturing tooling, equipment, and procedures
  • Works closely with Product Line Management and Engineering leadership to develop production documentation (drawings, bills of materials, and assembly and test procedures)
  • Secure and maintain the necessary facilities for supporting manufacturing, for multiple sites across diverse product lines
  • Ensure best-in-class processes/procedures are leveraged across the organization

Required Qualifications and Skills:  

  • Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, mechanical or industrial engineering is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • 15+ years of relevant experience in both Manufacturing/Operations and at least 7+ years of progressive leadership roles
  • Experienced/trained in Lean/Six-Sigma practices
  • Proven experience driving the long-range strategic planning process for operations
  • Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

  • Demonstrates effective leadership skills and experience in a highly technical environment 
  • Exhibits strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficient with MS Office and other office productivity tools
  • Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstances
  • Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees
  • Brings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness and the creation of a shared vision
  • Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change
  • Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationships
  • Assesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunity

Physical Demands:

  • Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (constant)
  • Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Comprehensive Benefits & Perks: 

  • Health & Wellness: Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families. 
  • Paid Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hours accrued plus an additional 40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day off. 
  • Life Insurance: $25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy, with the option to purchase additional coverage for employees and their families. 
  • Supplemental Coverage: Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage. 
  • Health Savings Account (HSA): Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses. 
  • Retirement Savings: 401(k) with a company match to support your financial future. 
  • Paid Holidays: Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year. 
  • Work Environment: A casual dress code, complimentary snacks, and a welcoming company culture. 
  • Ideal Location: Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live, work, and play! 

Company Overview:

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc (ESAero) is a leader in aerospace engineering, product development, and manufacturing, dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective solutions to the industry. We specialize in cutting-edge system design, rapid product development, precision manufacturing, comprehensive testing, and technology demonstrations to support the evolving needs of the aerospace community. Committed to excellence, on-time delivery, and continuous growth, we invest in infrastructure to expand our manufacturing and aftermarket capabilities while maintaining the highest standards of engineering services. 

At ESAero, we don’t just build products, we engineer solutions that propel

the aerospace industry forward.

**This position is fully on-site at ESAero in San Luis Obispo, CA**

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ESAero is an equal opportunity employer.  
E-Verify participation required for employment.  
All ESAero positions require US citizenship or US resident status. 
  
Must be able to pass background check and drug test.    
Hiring Range: $183,501k - $259,875k Salary Exempt     

 

 

 

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