Associate Director of Operations

Raytheon-Rafael Area Protection Systems (R2S); Camden (AR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4/10 work schedule

Generous leave package

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Raytheon-Rafael Area Protection Systems (R2S) Camden site seeks an energetic Associate Director of Operations to support the VP of Manufacturing and Enterprise Systems. You will lead daily operations, ensure on-time production, and drive quality and efficiency in a defense manufacturing environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 10+ years in manufacturing, and an active Secret clearance. You will oversee cross-functional teams, manage costs, and ensure compliance with ATF, OSHA, DoD,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field is required.
• 10+ years of manufacturing experience in a related environment.
• Active Secret clearance is required.
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Drive a positive culture emphasizing safety, trust, communication, and transparency.
• Oversee manufacturing operations to ensure on-time production and top quality.
• Develop and implement process improvements to boost quality and capacity.
• Ensure compliance with ATF, OSHA, DoD, and ADEQ requirements.
• Monitor operating expenses and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
• Set performance goals and review progress against targets.
• Maintain relationships with customers and external stakeholders.
• Communicate new policies to staff and report metrics to leadership.
• Participate in strategic planning for Facilities Management.
• Oversee inventory management and warehousing efficiency.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Executive briefing

Security clearance

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business or related field

Job description

Description

Associate Director of Operations

Location

Camden, Arkansas 71701 (relocation support available)

Work Arrangement

On-Site

About This Opportunity

Raytheon-Rafael Area Protection Systems (R2S) Joint Venture is seeking an energetic, self-directed Associate Director of Operations to support the VP of Manufacturing and Enterprise Systems. As a key member of our operations leadership, you will play a vital role in ensuring smooth, efficient, and compliant daily operations of the R2S Camden manufacturing site. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a high-performing team in the defense manufacturing sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive a positive organizational culture that emphasizes Safety, Trust, Communication, and Transparency
• Oversee and manage all manufacturing operations, ensuring products are produced on time and to the highest quality standards
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance production quality and capacity
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory standards including ATF, OSHA, DoD, and ADEQ requirements
• Monitor operating expenses and identify cost reduction opportunities associated with manufacturing operations
• Establish performance goals and review performance against defined targets
• Maintain positive relationships with customers and external stakeholders
• Communicate information about new policies and procedures to staff members
• Report operational performance metrics to R2S Leadership Team
• Participate in strategic planning for Facilities Management
• Ensure accurate inventory management and efficient warehousing operations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
• 10+ years of applicable experience in a manufacturing environment
• Active Secret clearance
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting and briefing executive-level leadership
• 5+ years of experience in a Defense Manufacturing environment

Why R2S?

If you have a passion for learning and entrepreneurial spirit, this is the place for you. The R2S team is in expansion and growth mode, so if you enjoy a highly collaborative environment and not being siloed in a collective effort to see mission success, R2S is the place for you. We offer flexible scheduling (4/10 work schedule), a generous leave package with holiday shutdown, and other competitive benefits. At R2S, you can grow personally and professionally through energizing work in a mission-focused environment where expanding your professional knowledge is encouraged.

More Information

This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

Equal Opportunity

R2S is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.