Director of Manufacturing

A growing aerospace manufacturing organization is seeking a Site Director to lead the overall operations of a precision manufacturing facility. This role will oversee all site functions including production, engineering, supply chain, quality, maintenance, safety, and administrative operations.The Site Director will be responsible for driving operational performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, meeting customer delivery commitments, and leading continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.Key ResponsibilitiesOperational LeadershipProvide strategic leadership and direction for all site operations.Ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing performance.Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with company objectives.Monitor and drive key performance indicators including safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and financial performance.Manufacturing & ProductionOversee manufacturing activities including machining, fabrication, and assembly.Ensure production schedules meet customer demand and contractual commitments.Optimize workflow, capacity planning, and resource allocation.Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.Quality & ComplianceMaintain compliance with aerospace quality standards including AS9100.Ensure adherence to regulatory environments such as FAA and ITAR.Partner with quality leadership to maintain audit readiness and corrective action processes.Promote a culture focused on quality and operational excellence.Financial & Business PerformanceManage site-level financial performance including P&L responsibility.Develop operating plans, budgets, and capital investment strategies.Identify cost reduction opportunities and operational efficiencies.Provide performance reporting to executive leadership.Cross-Functional LeadershipCollaborate with engineering, supply chain, program management, and sales teams to support customer programs and new product introductions.Work closely with finance leadership on operational planning and reporting.Support customer relationships and business growth initiatives.People LeadershipLead and develop leadership teams across production, engineering, quality, and supply chain.Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability and collaboration.Oversee workforce planning, staffing, and employee development.Promote a safe and positive workplace environment.Continuous ImprovementLead Lean, Six Sigma, and operational improvement initiatives.Drive productivity, quality, and process efficiency improvements across the facility.QualificationsEducationBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field requiredAdvanced degree preferredExperience10+ years of leadership experience in aerospace or precision manufacturingExperience leading manufacturing operations or multi-department teamsExperience working within AS9100-certified environmentsProven experience managing P&L and operational budgetsDemonstrated success leading cross-functional teamsTechnical ExpertiseAerospace manufacturing processes including machining, fabrication, and assemblyAS9100 / ISO quality systemsFAA regulatory environmentsLean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologiesERP and production planning systems