Job Requirements
Gilbert, AZ
Clearance Unspecified Polygraph not specified
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
$210,000 - $235,000
Job Description
Description
Location: Gilbert, Arizona, United States
Salary: $210,000–$235,000 annually, based on experience
Description
Position Summary
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Vice President of Manufacturing provides strategic and hands-on leadership across manufacturing, production, quality, procurement, materials management, and facilities for complex defense and government programs.
This executive oversees end-to-end manufacturing operations, from low-rate initial production (LRIP) through full-rate production, ensuring cost-effective, high-quality, and on-time delivery of mission-critical systems.
The role drives operational excellence, production scalability, automation, financial performance, and regulatory compliance while leading cross-functional teams and supporting the company's expanding portfolio of multimillion-dollar government contracts.
Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing Operations & Production Execution
Lead plant operations, manufacturing engineering, production teams, and multi-shift workforces to meet cost, schedule, quality, and safety objectives.
Oversee production planning, capacity management, manufacturing readiness reviews, and transitions from LRIP to full-rate production.
Coordinate with Program Management, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to align production schedules, material availability, and Earned Value Management (EVMS) reporting.
Financial Performance & Operational Excellence
Manage manufacturing budgets, labor, factory overhead, capital expenditures, and cost-center or P&L performance.
Improve operational KPIs, including on-time delivery, first-pass yield, overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), cycle time, and cost per unit.
Lead Lean Six Sigma initiatives, process improvements, and automation strategies involving robotics, automated testing, and MES/ERP integration.
Procurement, Materials & Quality Management
Direct procurement, supplier performance, sourcing, inventory control, kitting, receiving, shipping, and storeroom operations.
Oversee manufacturing resource planning and procurement systems, including Costpoint MRP and Purchasing, ensuring data accuracy and effective cross-functional integration.
Ensure manufacturing quality, configuration management, process controls, and compliance with AS9100, ITAR, DFARS, CMMC, and customer requirements.
Facilities, Compliance & Leadership
Oversee facilities, maintenance, environmental health and safety (EHS), secure manufacturing areas, and capacity expansion.
Lead manufacturing readiness for DCMA, customer, and third-party audits and inspections.
Build and develop high-performing leadership teams across manufacturing, quality, procurement, materials, and facilities.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
15+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership, including at least 7 years at the Director or VP level overseeing complex electromechanical, electronic, or aerospace hardware production.
Proven experience scaling and automating manufacturing operations supporting large U.S. defense or military contracts, from LRIP through full-rate production.
Demonstrated P&L or cost-center accountability, including labor, overhead, and capital budgets.
Strong knowledge of AS9100, ITAR, DFARS, CMMC, EVMS, and DCMA oversight.
Hands-on experience implementing automation, robotics, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and data-driven process controls.
Experience leading procurement, supplier management, materials operations, inventory control, and manufacturing planning systems such as Costpoint MRP and Purchasing.
Proven ability to lead large, multi-shift teams, including hourly or union workforces.
Must be a U.S. citizen with an active Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Must be able to work full-time on-site in Gilbert, Arizona.
Preferred Qualifications
MBA or Master's degree in Engineering or Operations Management.
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification.
Experience establishing new manufacturing facilities, production lines, or negotiating with contract manufacturers and key suppliers.
Background with defense prime contractors or growing defense technology companies specializing in unmanned systems, Counter-UAS, C4ISR, or missile systems.
Benefits
Salary: $210,000–$235,000 annually, based on experience.
Compensation is determined by factors including geographic location, experience, education, technical expertise, executive leadership responsibilities, and program requirements.
Benefits
Eligible employees (30+ hours/week) may enroll in benefits starting the first of the month after hire. Offerings include:
Multiple Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options
Prescription coverage with mail-order option
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life, and Voluntary Insurance
401(k) with John Hancock (eligible after 6 months)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Wellness and Employee Discount programs
Paid Time Off (2 weeks), 3 Sick Days (prorated), and Paid Holidays, including Winter Break (Dec 24–31)
Semi-monthly payroll (10th & 25th)
Location: Gilbert, Arizona, United States
Salary: $210,000–$235,000 annually, based on experience
Description
Position Summary
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Vice President of Manufacturing provides strategic and hands-on leadership across manufacturing, production, quality, procurement, materials management, and facilities for complex defense and government programs.
This executive oversees end-to-end manufacturing operations, from low-rate initial production (LRIP) through full-rate production, ensuring cost-effective, high-quality, and on-time delivery of mission-critical systems.
The role drives operational excellence, production scalability, automation, financial performance, and regulatory compliance while leading cross-functional teams and supporting the company's expanding portfolio of multimillion-dollar government contracts.
Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing Operations & Production Execution
Lead plant operations, manufacturing engineering, production teams, and multi-shift workforces to meet cost, schedule, quality, and safety objectives.
Oversee production planning, capacity management, manufacturing readiness reviews, and transitions from LRIP to full-rate production.
Coordinate with Program Management, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to align production schedules, material availability, and Earned Value Management (EVMS) reporting.
Financial Performance & Operational Excellence
Manage manufacturing budgets, labor, factory overhead, capital expenditures, and cost-center or P&L performance.
Improve operational KPIs, including on-time delivery, first-pass yield, overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), cycle time, and cost per unit.
Lead Lean Six Sigma initiatives, process improvements, and automation strategies involving robotics, automated testing, and MES/ERP integration.
Procurement, Materials & Quality Management
Direct procurement, supplier performance, sourcing, inventory control, kitting, receiving, shipping, and storeroom operations.
Oversee manufacturing resource planning and procurement systems, including Costpoint MRP and Purchasing, ensuring data accuracy and effective cross-functional integration.
Ensure manufacturing quality, configuration management, process controls, and compliance with AS9100, ITAR, DFARS, CMMC, and customer requirements.
Facilities, Compliance & Leadership
Oversee facilities, maintenance, environmental health and safety (EHS), secure manufacturing areas, and capacity expansion.
Lead manufacturing readiness for DCMA, customer, and third-party audits and inspections.
Build and develop high-performing leadership teams across manufacturing, quality, procurement, materials, and facilities.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
15+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership, including at least 7 years at the Director or VP level overseeing complex electromechanical, electronic, or aerospace hardware production.
Proven experience scaling and automating manufacturing operations supporting large U.S. defense or military contracts, from LRIP through full-rate production.
Demonstrated P&L or cost-center accountability, including labor, overhead, and capital budgets.
Strong knowledge of AS9100, ITAR, DFARS, CMMC, EVMS, and DCMA oversight.
Hands-on experience implementing automation, robotics, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and data-driven process controls.
Experience leading procurement, supplier management, materials operations, inventory control, and manufacturing planning systems such as Costpoint MRP and Purchasing.
Proven ability to lead large, multi-shift teams, including hourly or union workforces.
Must be a U.S. citizen with an active Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Must be able to work full-time on-site in Gilbert, Arizona.
Preferred Qualifications
MBA or Master's degree in Engineering or Operations Management.
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification.
Experience establishing new manufacturing facilities, production lines, or negotiating with contract manufacturers and key suppliers.
Background with defense prime contractors or growing defense technology companies specializing in unmanned systems, Counter-UAS, C4ISR, or missile systems.
Benefits
Salary: $210,000–$235,000 annually, based on experience.
Compensation is determined by factors including geographic location, experience, education, technical expertise, executive leadership responsibilities, and program requirements.
Benefits
Eligible employees (30+ hours/week) may enroll in benefits starting the first of the month after hire. Offerings include:
Multiple Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options
Prescription coverage with mail-order option
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life, and Voluntary Insurance
401(k) with John Hancock (eligible after 6 months)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Wellness and Employee Discount programs
Paid Time Off (2 weeks), 3 Sick Days (prorated), and Paid Holidays, including Winter Break (Dec 24–31)
Semi-monthly payroll (10th & 25th)
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