VP Operations
Core
Lead and scale the U.S. operational organization for a defense technology company, overseeing supply chain, procurement, production, manufacturing, facilities, logistics, and delivery performance. (via careerplan.io/jobs/85-00A-45-C64-vp-operations-at-xtend)
Role type
VP of Operations (Defense Technology)
Builds
Scalable domestic supplier base, production capacity, and operational infrastructure for defense products.
Domain
Defense & National Security / Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Required skills
Supply chain management, procurement strategy, manufacturing operations, facilities management, logistics, team building, budgeting, capacity planning, defense compliance, risk mitigation, cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
UAS/unmanned systems experience, autonomous systems, robotics, loitering munitions, DoD program support, ITAR/EAR/DFARS compliance, ISO 9001/AS9100, ERP/MRP systems
Technologies
ERP/MRP systems
Responsibilities
Own U.S. supply chain and supplier management; Lead production and manufacturing operations; Manage facilities, warehousing, and logistics; Build and lead the operations organization; Establish operating plans and KPIs; Ensure compliance with defense regulations.
Seniority
Executive (VP), hands-on leadership