Aerospace & Defense Site Ops Leader (Onsite Mukilteo)

Actalent; Mukilteo (WA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

HSA with company contribution

FSA

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Actalent in Mukilteo, WA is seeking an Engineering Site Manager to lead the engineering and manufacturing site, overseeing programs, operations, and performance, driving cross-functional collaboration and growth initiatives while ensuring reliable, efficient, and profitable execution.

The role focuses on implementing standardized processes, lean practices, and KPIs, optimizing ERP and product flow, hiring and retaining talent, and building relationships with customers and suppliers to sustain

Qualifications

• Experience leading engineering and manufacturing site operations.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and ERP systems.
• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with AS9100 quality standard.

Responsibilities

• Leads site operations to deliver on-time, zero-defect products with strong margins and stable production flow.
• Implements standardized processes, lean manufacturing, and KPIs to improve efficiency and reduce variation.
• Optimizes facility utilization, product flow, and ERP performance to improve planning and throughput.
• Establishes and manages metrics for machine utilization, labor productivity, profitability, and site health.
• Drives organizational change through clear communication and adoption of best practices.
• Builds relationships with customers and suppliers through proactive communication and issue resolution.
• Partners with HR to hire, develop, and retain skilled personnel and long-term talent pipeline.
• Leads growth initiatives by developing sales and business development pipelines.

Skills

Machining background

Profit and Loss

Operational growth

Education

Masters degree

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Actalent in Mukilteo, WA is seeking an Engineering Site Manager to lead the engineering and manufacturing site, overseeing programs, operations, and performance, driving cross-functional collaboration and growth initiatives while ensuring reliable, efficient, and profitable execution.

The role focuses on implementing standardized processes, lean practices, and KPIs, optimizing ERP and product flow, hiring and retaining talent, and building relationships with customers and suppliers to sustain