Director, Operations

At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you! Job DescriptionLocation: Simsbury, CT Reports to: VP Operations Industry: Aerospace & Defense Experience Level: Site Leader / Director (15+ years)* Partner with Engineering and Program Management on development and production readiness* Support Business Development in proposal reviews and new opportunity evaluation* Align operations with customer requirements and business objectives* Bachelor's degree required (Engineering or related field preferred); advanced degree a plus* 15+ years of operational leadership experience in manufacturing* Proven experience leading a site or large-scale operations organization* Background in aerospace, defense, or other regulated manufacturing environments* Experience in high-mix, low-volume or engineer-to-order production environments* Strong leadership, coaching, and team development experience* Deep experience with Lean / operating systems (EBOS, DBS, or equivalent)* Financial acumen including budgeting, cost control, and capital planning* Ability to analyze data across the value stream and drive systemic improvements* Experience working in cross-functional, integrated product team environments* Energetics experience is a plus J-18808-Ljbffr