Operations Director

2 months ago


Tehachapi, California, United States Kratos Defense Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Operations Director to join our team at Kratos Defense. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all activities related to operations for rapid prototyping, ensuring operational effectiveness and efficiency of the development operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness
  • Direct and coordinate activities of STS Operations departments
  • Establish production and quality control standards
  • Ensure conformance to the company quality system in accordance with customer and company requirements
  • Manage a well-trained and cross-trained staff in all production departments
  • Coordinate facility changes, including design, layout, personnel planning, training, and equipment needs
  • Develop and manage budgets and cost controls
  • Monitor and mitigate variances in established costs, quality, and delivery commitments
  • Provide guidance on personnel requirements, material needs, subcontract requirements, and facility and equipment needs
  • Coordinate activities with all other functions of the organization and suppliers to optimize production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment
  • Perform administrative activities associated with the effective management of shop operations, including compiling, storing, and retrieving production data for reports
  • Determine responsibilities of assigned organization and staff positions to accomplish business objectives
  • Train and ensure all assigned employees are aware of and comply with company, government, and customer policies, procedures, and regulations and security requirements
  • Work with program office and engineering to ensure conforming products are delivered on schedule
  • Assign lead technicians with daily work load schedule, including completion expectations
  • Develop plans to optimize STS manufacturing facility
  • Develop process improvements through interaction with manufacturing engineers, lead technicians, and shop technicians
  • Provide production time estimates, staffing requirements, and related cost to provide information for management decisions and proposal support
  • Provide visible and effective leadership, motivating and inspiring others to achieve individual and organizational objectives
  • Quickly assess and develop talent to build team and operational bench strength
  • Ensure safety requirements are met
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance/access approval at the appropriate level (Active Clearance Preferred)
Working Conditions
  • Office and/or manufacturing environment
  • Must be able to sit/stand for long periods of time
  • May be required to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with General Safety Training guidelines
  • May work extended hours or weekends
Travel Requirements
  • 0-25% - May be required to travel between Kratos locations

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