Head of Production, Imaging
Core
Leading production operations to scale defense imaging systems from prototype to full-rate manufacturing.
Role type
Senior Director, Production Operations
Builds
Defense imaging systems (electro-optical, infrared, sensor data) for U.S. military and allies
Domain
Aerospace and Defense
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Production leadership, NPI management, P&L ownership, workforce management (120+), cross-functional strategy, process improvement, technical engineering collaboration, strategic planning, talent acquisition, data analytics
Preferred skills
Startup experience, discrete production in technical industries (aerospace, automotive, medical), process manufacturing
Technologies
PLM, ERP, MES, QMS
Responsibilities
Own production outcomes (ramp plan, NPI, headcount), drive people and resources for execution, hold cross-functional teams accountable, mature products to full rate production, manage financial/quality/delivery KPIs, implement digital production technologies, partner with SVP of Manufacturing
Seniority
Senior Director, strategic leadership with tactical execution
