Aerospace Operations Leader: Grow Teams, Drive Performance

Bruce Aerospace, Inc.; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Bruce Aerospace, Inc. is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead aerospace manufacturing operations, drive safety, quality, and on-time delivery, and develop high-performing teams.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong business acumen, and the ability to optimize production planning, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration across Production, Maintenance, Mfg. Engineering, and EHS. Travel ~20% may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive manufacturing operations experience.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing leadership experience, including direct management of supervisors or managers.
• Experience overseeing at least 20 employees with responsibility for multiple operational functions.
• Proven experience managing budgets, improving manufacturing performance, and achieving operational goals.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, ERP systems, manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement.
• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Preferred: Aerospace manufacturing experience; AS9100 knowledge; Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations across Production, Business Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, and EHS to achieve operational and financial objectives.
• Develop and mentor managers and supervisors, fostering accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee production planning, scheduling, staffing, capacity, inventory, and resource allocation to meet customer commitments.
• Develop and manage operating budgets, capital expenditures, and productivity initiatives to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Drive improvements in manufacturing performance, quality, cost, and on-time delivery through measurable KPIs and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, AS9100, and customer quality requirements while maintaining equipment reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to resolve operational challenges, support new product introductions, and execute business strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing Operations

Budgeting

ERP systems

Continuous Improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or Business

AS9100 knowledge

Lean Six Sigma experience

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Bruce Aerospace, Inc. is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead aerospace manufacturing operations, drive safety, quality, and on-time delivery, and develop high-performing teams.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong business acumen, and the ability to optimize production planning, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration across Production, Maintenance, Mfg. Engineering, and EHS. Travel ~20% may be required.