IT Operations Manager

TAT Technologies Ltd•Tulsa, OK

22h•Onsite

About The Position

TAT Technologies (“TAT”) is a fast-growing, profitable provider of aerospace thermal management, power and actuation products, and repair services. As a global partner to leading aerospace companies, TAT delivers innovative solutions across commercial, defense, OEM, and MRO markets. With over 600 employees and operations in the U.S. and Israel, TAT is recognized for its flexibility, technical expertise, and commitment to customer success. TAT Tulsa Site is a recognized as a world leader in the Aerospace Industry. As the premier choice for Heat Transfer manufacturing and MRO, we provide high value alternatives to Commercial, Regional, and Rotary Aircraft customers worldwide. We are also a trusted partner in the defense sector, offering innovative Heat Transfer Manufacturing and MRO solutions that support military customers across the globe. We are seeking a dynamic, hands-on IT Operations Manager to support our IT infrastructure and strategy. This role blends operational leadership with strategic oversight, supporting both site level and enterprise wide initiatives. The ideal candidate is a strong technical leader with project management capabilities and a continuous improvement mindset. This is a hands-on, working leader role. Even with a small IT team and outside vendors to rely on, the IT Operations Manager stays close to the technology shifting between strategy and execution, often in the same day. A typical week can mean discussing details on our Corporate roadmap, sharing budget needs, then configuring a server, adjusting a firewall rule, modifying an ERP screen, or resolving an end user issue.

Requirements

Bachelor's in Information Technology, Management Information Systems (MIS), Computer Science, Engineering, or a similar field required.
At least 5-10 years of experience in IT leadership within manufacturing and engineering organizations.
Knowledge of defense contractor compliance requirements and processes (GCC High, CMMC, DFARS, ITAR, etc.).
Knowledge of cybersecurity practices and frameworks, threat assessment / detection, incident response, and risk mitigation strategies.
Experience with Microsoft 365 platform and licensing.
Expertise in implementing and managing enterprise-level IT systems, cloud platforms, and data analytics environments.
Proficient with enterprise-wide data management including data analytics, business intelligence, database administration, data integrations and data warehousing.
Expertise with enterprise architecture, system integration, and software package/application development methodologies.
Knowledge of networks, end user computing and help desk processes.
Excellent project management, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Strong interpersonal communication skills across diverse teams and cultures.
Ability to manage multiple projects and lead technical teams effectively.
Hands-on operational approach with strategic vision.

Nice To Haves

MS or MBA is a plus.
CMMC Level 2 – deployment experience a plus.
Applicable professional technical certifications are strongly desired.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the IT strategy and roadmap – sharing your ideas for improvements. Help keep budget aligned with business goals.
Provide thought leadership on emerging technologies and industry trends.
Collaborate with senior leadership to support transformation initiatives and business growth.
Establish governance across IT operations, projects, and compliance efforts.
Assist with design, development, and maintenance of IT enterprise architecture.
Manage installations, upgrades, and configurations of hardware and software.
Maintain and optimize local and cloud-based networks, servers, and systems.
Administer Microsoft Office 365, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, SharePoint (OnPrem), SQL Server, IIS, Hyper-V, Oracle, and Quantum ERP.
Implement robust cybersecurity measures and risk management frameworks.
Ensure compliance with federal and industry regulations (SOX, ISO, GDPR, CMMC, DFARS, ITAR).
Manage data backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity policies.
Maintain infrastructure compliance for audits and government agencies.
Work with a small team of IT professionals and manage outsourced vendor relationships.
Track contracts, software licenses, and vendor performance (e.g., ISPs, telecom providers).
Foster a customer-driven mindset and ensure high levels of internal and external satisfaction.
Perform business analytics, author SQL queries and stored procedures.
Publish reports via SQL Server Reporting Services.
Support enterprise-wide data management, integrations, and business intelligence initiatives.
Write and maintain custom programs using C#, .NET, or Python.
Support end-user computing, help desk operations, and technology training.