Aerospace Operations Leader — Lean, Quality & Manufacturing

LHH; Goldsboro (NC); Sur place; USD 180 000 - 270 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

LHH seeks an experienced Vice President of Operations to lead engineering, manufacturing and associated operations in an aerospace-driven environment. You will drive operational excellence, oversee production planning, quality, and delivery while ensuring compliance with strict aerospace standards.

You will build and mentor cross-functional teams, implement Lean initiatives, and align capabilities with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
• Significant leadership experience in aerospace manufacturing, preferably in a senior operations or executive-level position.
• Strong background overseeing both engineering and manufacturing functions.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex manufacturing operations, production teams, and engineering organizations.
• Proven track record of improving manufacturing efficiency, quality, delivery performance, and operational profitability.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement, and root cause analysis.
• Strong understanding of aerospace quality systems, manufacturing processes, and regulatory requirements.

Responsabilités

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across manufacturing, engineering, production, quality, and related operational functions.
• Oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production schedules, quality standards, delivery commitments, and cost objectives are consistently achieved.
• Lead and develop engineering and manufacturing teams, building a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee manufacturing engineering, process engineering, and production support activities to ensure efficient and reliable operations.
• Drive process improvements, Lean Manufacturing initiatives, and operational efficiencies to increase productivity, reduce costs, and improve overall performance.
• Establish and monitor KPIs related to production, quality, delivery, labor efficiency, and financial performance.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with aerospace industry standards, customer requirements, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Oversee capacity planning, resource allocation, capital equipment investments, and facility requirements to support business objectives.
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Program Management, and Sales to align operational priorities.

Connaissances

Leadership

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Operational excellence

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Operations

Outils

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Root cause analysis

Description du poste

LHH seeks an experienced Vice President of Operations to lead engineering, manufacturing and associated operations in an aerospace-driven environment. You will drive operational excellence, oversee production planning, quality, and delivery while ensuring compliance with strict aerospace standards.

You will build and mentor cross-functional teams, implement Lean initiatives, and align capabilities with business objectives.