VP, Operations– Leading Aerospace & Defense Components Manufacturing – Private Equity

VP, Operations– Leading Aerospace & Defense Components Manufacturing – Private Equity

Our client is a leading private equity backed manufacturer of highly engineered components for defense and aerospace primarily serving large aerospace OEM’s and blue-chip defense contractors. The company is highly regarded for its innovation and engineering capabilities and is currently experiencing significant growth through organic means, with acquisitions playing a key role for future growth. The company is seeking to recruit a dynamic and hands‑on VP, Operations who will wear multiple hats as they drive operational improvements across the organization and scale production and engineering capabilities for growth.

We are seeking a proven operations leader with demonstrated success driving operational excellence through the introduction of best practices and processes within a highly entrepreneurial environment. This individual will have previous aerospace, automotive or medical device manufacturing experience working with OEM’s and prime contractors. Background experience in Lean process improvement, Continuous Improvement, and other systems such as TPS or Six Sigma is a significant asset, as is highly engineered precision machining manufacturing.

This position requires a hands‑on executive who spends time on the shop floor and has the ability to lead transformation with a strong focus on performance improvement, quality, and data‑driven decision‑making.

An attractive compensation package is on offer that will include bonus opportunities and equity participation.