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Chief Operating Officer

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Job Description - Chief Operating Officer

Operational Leadership



  • Lead day-to-day operations including manufacturing, supply chain, quality assurance, program management, and engineering.

  • Ensure consistent execution across all programs, meeting cost, schedule, and performance requirements.

  • Oversee production planning, inventory control, logistics, and resource management.

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across operations, using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.


Strategic Execution



  • Partner with the CEO and executive team to define and implement corporate strategy.

  • Translate strategic goals into actionable operational plans and key performance metrics.

  • Identify and mitigate operational risks, ensuring compliance with government regulations (e.g., FAR/DFARS, ITAR, AS9100, NIST).

  • Support M&A integration efforts, if applicable.


Program and Contract Performance



  • Ensure effective delivery and performance across multiple government and commercial contracts.

  • Collaborate with program managers to proactively manage schedules, budgets, and customer expectations.

  • Interface with key government and defense customers (e.g., DoD, prime contractors) to ensure alignment and satisfaction.Team Leadership & Culture


Team Leadership & Culture



  • Build, mentor, and lead high-performing operational teams.

  • Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and operational excellence.

  • Develop leadership talent and succession plans across the organization.


Financial and KPI Management



  • Work closely with the CFO to develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial targets.

  • Monitor performance metrics (e.g., OTD, quality, gross margin, cost of goods sold) and implement corrective actions as needed.

  • Support capital planning and investments aligned with growth strategy.


Education:



  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field required.

  • MBA or advanced technical degree preferred.


Experience:



  • 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in operations, preferably within defense, aerospace, or a highly regulated manufacturing industry.

  • Proven track record managing complex programs and teams in a $100M+ revenue environment.

  • Deep knowledge of DoD contracting, DFARS/FAR, ITAR, ISO/AS9100, and cybersecurity (NIST 800-171, CMMC).


Skills & Competencies:



  • Strategic thinker with hands-on execution capability.

  • Strong leadership, communication, and change management skills.

  • Deep understanding of supply chain, manufacturing, and engineering processes.

  • Experience with ERP systems, operational dashboards, and continuous improvement tools.


 

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