Aerospace Operations Leader — Lean Excellence & Growth

Loar Group; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense manufacturer in the United States is seeking a Director of Operations with over 15 years of experience in manufacturing leadership. The ideal candidate must have expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational execution within highly regulated environments. This role requires strategic leadership, improving productivity, and fostering collaboration across teams to meet organizational goals. Strong proficiency in ERP systems and bilingual abilities (English & Spanish) are preferred. Join a dynamic team committed to driving continuous improvement and growth.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of senior manufacturing leadership experience with deep expertise in operational execution.
• Demonstrated experience leading lean initiatives and improving operational performance.
• Strong knowledge of compliance and risk management principles.

Responsibilities

• Champion the vision and mission for the business that empowers employees.
• Develop and implement business strategies to meet goals.
• Oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations to meet production and quality requirements.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

KPI-based management

Continuous improvement

Aerospace manufacturing experience

Bilingual (Spanish & English)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

MS Office products

ERP Systems (e.g., B7 Sage, SAP, Oracle, Epicor)

Job description

A leading aerospace and defense manufacturer in the United States is seeking a Director of Operations with over 15 years of experience in manufacturing leadership. The ideal candidate must have expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational execution within highly regulated environments. This role requires strategic leadership, improving productivity, and fostering collaboration across teams to meet organizational goals. Strong proficiency in ERP systems and bilingual abilities (English & Spanish) are preferred. Join a dynamic team committed to driving continuous improvement and growth.