Design and Manufacturing Operations Director

Vee Technologies Incorporated•Atlanta, GA

2d•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a Design and Manufacturing Operations Director to serve as the primary interface between our internal global teams and our clients. This role leads the successful delivery of design and manufacturing across Aerospace, Rocket Propulsion, Automotive, and other related industries. While the role operates in a remote environment, candidates must be based in the Seattle, WA area to support client engagement. You will be accountable for client success, revenue growth, contract execution, schedule adherence, and technical alignment while operating within a high-performance, commercial ecosystem.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering
7+ years of program/project management experience in aerospace or manufacturing
Experience working as a supplier/vendor to major aerospace customers
Proven ability managing complex hardware programs
PMP certification
Experience with production ramp and scaling

Responsibilities

Act as the primary lead for clients and programs assigned
Develop client relationships that provide insights and bid opportunities for the organization
Own program coordination from bid to contract award, including delivery and production phases
Develop and manage detailed program schedules aligned to customer milestones
Coordinate cross-functional execution across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain
Ensure all deliverables meet client technical requirements, specifications, and quality
Lead regular program reviews with client stakeholders
Drive proactive risk identification and resolution
Manage contract scope, change orders, and commercial terms
Oversee supplier and sub-tier vendor performance
Support hardware builds, qualification testing, and delivery readiness
Maintain adherence to compliance requirements (ITAR, export controls)