Operations Director

This onsite leadership role is accountable for driving operational excellence across aerospace production and repair activities. The Director of Operations ensures that manufacturing, supply chain, and support functions execute in alignment with customer commitments, regulatory requirements, and business objectives. This position owns the end-to-end operational strategy, focusing on safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance while enabling growth in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.   This role requires deep expertise in investment casting operations, including direct experience with foundry processes and integration with downstream machining, coating, and finishing operations. The role requires close collaboration with planning, supply chain, engineering, finance, and business development teams to deliver an integrated operational plan. This is a critical leadership position for an experienced operations professional capable of leading teams, optimizing processes, and delivering results.   Lead CCTC’s operations to deliver safe, compliant, high‑yield, on‑time production of FAA‑PMA HPT blades and related processes. Own site P&L, SIOP execution, and daily tier management; orchestrate Quality, Engineering, CI, EHS, Finance, HRBP, Customer Solutions, and Regional Purchasing to meet Parts COE goals. Key Responsibilities · Own site P&L, KPIs (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, People), and SIOP cadence across 18–36 months. · Ensure building‑level Production, Planning & Materials, Maintenance/Facilities, and supervisor coverage (EB‑PVD/VPA; EDM/Quality/Machining & Special Processes). · Improve coating/EDM FPY with DOE discipline; reduce rework/strip‑recoat and waterflow fallout; align plans with CCTC casting variability. · manage and align to upstream casting variability, yield drivers, and defect modes originating from investment casting processes. · Partner closely with casting operations (internal or external) to drive end-to-end yield improvement from mold through finished component, ensuring casting quality supports downstream operations. · Ensure AS9100/ISO and FAA PMA compliance and audit readiness; lead escape management and COPQ control. · Deploy digital operations (MES, tier boards) and support enterprise AI yield initiatives with clean data. · Implement TPM Level‑2 on critical assets; drive OEE/MTBF/MTTR and autonomous maintenance culture. · Build talent pipelines (shift coverage, succession), develop front‑line leaders, and expand CI capacity. · Manage capex/service contracts tied to uptime and yield; deliver PPV/COGS and inventory/WIP targets. Success Measures (12–18 months) · TRIR/LDIR world‑class, embedded hazard ID in EB‑PVD/VPA/EDM workcells. · Sustained yield improvements (airflow FPY, EDM hole quality), decreased COPQ and recoat cycles. · OTD ≥ 95%, TAT attainment ≥ 90%, stabilized forecast error via mature SIOP. · Coating qualifications completed to plan; EDM OEE improved; LM6000 transfer milestones met. · MES adoption for eDHR/eBR; AI yield analytics live; TPM Level‑2 standards in place. Qualifications · 10+ years leading complex manufacturing operations; 5+ years site P&L ownership. · Demonstrated success across investment casting value streams and downstream machining/coating (EB‑PVD, VPA, EDM, airflow). · Proven SIOP, Lean/CI toolset, and TPM implementation on critical equipment. · Track record improving OTD/TAT, yield and COPQ using DOE and digital tier boards/MES. · Working knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001 and FAA PMA production/quality systems. · BS in Engineering/Operations (required); MBA preferred.   Core Competencies · Decisive, data‑driven leadership; matrix influence across Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance. · Operational rigor from SIOP to schedule fidelity; strong financial acumen (PPV/COGS, capex ROI). · Culture builder: safety, discipline, CI; communicates with credibility from shop floor to SLT.   Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field 8+ years of experience in operations leadership within aerospace or other highly regulated industries Proven track record in managing production, maintenance, and supply chain functions Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, capacity planning, and operational excellence principles Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies Proficiency with ERP systems (Oracle, AS400, Epicor, etc.) and advanced analytical tools (Excel, Power BI) Knowledge of AS9100 requirements and regulatory compliance Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills