Aerospace Industrialization Leader

Executive Recruiting Group; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Recruiting Group is seeking an experienced Director of Industrialization to architect and execute the manufacturing strategy for aerospace programs. The role covers the full lifecycle of industrial readiness, integrating manufacturing plans into the supplier ecosystem, establishing test facilities, and standing up a Final Assembly Line with modern digital and Industry 4.0 systems.

The ideal candidate will command 10+ years in aerospace manufacturing with 5+ years in leadership, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Proven experience in aircraft industrialization, new product introduction (NPI), and scaling production.
• Strong understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes, quality systems, and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated success in managing strategic partnerships.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, deploy, and scale advanced assembly strategies, focusing on Final Assembly Lines (FAL) and aircraft integration.
• Define technical requirements and establish development processes for heavy aerospace tooling and turnkey production lines.
• Architect the digital thread with MES implementation and Industry 4.0 production technologies.
• Drive make-or-buy decisions to support ramp-ups and fleet availability in sustainment.
• Steer QMS and certifications to meet aviation standards (SAE 9145, CFR 14, Part 21, Subpart G).
• Lead site selection for large aerospace facilities including test centers and maintenance ops.
• Cultivate supplier networks and government support for investment and regulatory approvals.
• Lead design and management of vendors for facility construction.

Skills

Leadership

Industrialization

Aerospace manufacturing

Strategic partnerships

Cross-functional

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Executive Recruiting Group is seeking an experienced Director of Industrialization to architect and execute the manufacturing strategy for aerospace programs. The role covers the full lifecycle of industrial readiness, integrating manufacturing plans into the supplier ecosystem, establishing test facilities, and standing up a Final Assembly Line with modern digital and Industry 4.0 systems.

The ideal candidate will command 10+ years in aerospace manufacturing with 5+ years in leadership, and