Executive VP, U.S. Defense Tech Operations

Redwire; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401(k)

Paid PTO

Paid holidays

Medical, vision, dental insurance

Disability insurance

HSA and FSA options

Critical Care Plan

Accident Care Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Redwire Defense Tech in the United States seeks a Senior Vice President to oversee U.S. operations, drive strategic direction across U.S.-based defense tech manufacturing and engineering sites, and lead General Managers.

You will align sites with corporate goals, ensure quality and regulatory compliance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. The role requires extensive experience guiding senior leaders, creating scalable processes, and delivering data-driven

Qualifications

• Senior leader with multi-site defense/aerospace manufacturing experience.
• Experience managing General Managers and cross-site operations.
• Deep knowledge of AS9100, ISO, ITAR/EAR, FAA and DOD rules.
• ERP implementation experience.
• Strong financial and strategic planning skills.
• Ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an integrated U.S. operations strategy aligned with corporate goals and market expansion priorities.
• Establish enterprise-wide operational standards, performance expectations, and cultural values for all General Managers.
• Act as a key advisor to the COO on operational readiness, capacity, risks, and long-term investment planning.
• Lead, mentor, and manage General Managers responsible for individual manufacturing and engineering facilities.
• Ensure operational consistency across sites in manufacturing processes, production planning, supply chain performance, quality systems, and customer delivery.
• Improve cross-site workflows, system standardization, and best-practice sharing among GM teams.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives at all U.S. facilities, targeting efficiency, productivity, cost reduction, and process optimization.
• Oversee site performance evaluations and implement corrective actions where needed.
• Support GM-level improvements to operational plans, workflows, and team effectiveness.
• Ensure adherence to quality and regulatory standards across all facilities, including AS9100, ISO standards, FAA rules, ITAR/EAR, and DOD-related compliance frameworks.
• Lead enterprise quality improvement and certification readiness efforts.
• Promote a strong safety culture and consistent hazard mitigation practices.
• Oversee all U.S. site-level P&L performance and financial execution.
• Guide GMs in disciplined budgeting, cost control, financial planning, and data-driven decision-making.
• Evaluate and implement enterprise-wide cost savings, operational efficiencies, and scalability strategies.
• Partner with engineering, flight systems teams, quality, supply chain, HR, programs, and corporate leadership to ensure seamless operational coordination.
• Support GMs in strengthening collaboration between departments and functions.
• Participate in key customer relationships, program reviews, and strategic partnership initiatives.
• Ensure operational readiness and reliability for customers across all sites.
• Provide coaching, succession planning, and leadership training opportunities.
• Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Deliver thorough, data-driven updates on operational, financial, and strategic performance for all U.S. facilities.
• Identify risks, opportunities, and mitigation plans in partnership with site GMs.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Senior leadership experience

Multi-site operations

Communication & strategic planning

Leadership of GMs

Regulatory compliance knowledge

ERP implementation experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Operations/Business Admin

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Redwire Defense Tech in the United States seeks a Senior Vice President to oversee U.S. operations, drive strategic direction across U.S.-based defense tech manufacturing and engineering sites, and lead General Managers.

You will align sites with corporate goals, ensure quality and regulatory compliance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. The role requires extensive experience guiding senior leaders, creating scalable processes, and delivering data-driven