VP of Manufacturing

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Vice President of Manufacturing to oversee our vertically integrated aircraft manufacturing plant. This role includes oversight of material handling, machining, quality/inspection, inventory, assembly, and coatings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the latest in aerospace manufacturing techniques and equipment, design for manufacturability (DFM), process planning, team development, and plant layout design.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Management: Provide strategic direction and leadership to the manufacturing team, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Operational Oversight: Manage all aspects of the vertically integrated manufacturing plant, including material handling, machining, quality inspection, inventory, assembly, and coatings.
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM): Collaborate with engineering and design teams to ensure products are designed with manufacturability in mind, optimizing cost and production efficiency.
• Process Planning: Develop and implement detailed process plans for manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with company standards and goals.
• Plant Layout: Work with operations and engineering teams to design and optimize plant layouts, improving workflow and efficiency in manufacturing processes.
• Technology Integration: Utilize Siemens Opcenter, Tecnomatix, and Teamcenter to enhance manufacturing processes, production planning, and execution.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements, implementing robust quality control systems and processes.
• Team Development: Build and mentor a high-performing manufacturing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes, reduce costs, and increase productivity.
• Health and Safety: Promote and enforce a safe working environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications:

• Education: Advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 12 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, with at least 7 years in a leadership role.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of advanced manufacturing processes, aircraft fastening systems, DFM, process planning, and plant layout design.
• Software Skills: Proficiency with Siemens Opcenter, Tecnomatix, and Teamcenter.
• Leadership Skills: Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Project Management: Experience in managing complex manufacturing projects from concept to completion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous involvement in FAA aircraft production, AS9100D, and IMS certification processes.
• Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies, including automation, IoT, and data analytics.
• Certification in lean manufacturing or Six Sigma.
• Experience working within Agile Development environments, especially Jira Agile Sprints and Issue Tracking.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• The chance to work on cutting-edge aerospace projects with a talented team of professionals.