Vice President of Operations

Universal Avionics Systems Corporation • Tucson, AZ

287d

About The Position

Vice President, Operations, oversees all of the elements required to introduce new products into an FAA Part 21 Manufacturing and Part 145 Repair Station, develop, monitor and optimize manufacturing and repair processes, manage and optimize the supply chain, and produce products that meet or exceed customer expectations for quality and on-time-delivery. Additional responsibilities may include leading customer support process, such as training, technical field support, technical publications and sales order administration.

Requirements

• A minimum of 10+ years of direct manufacturing experience in an ISO9000 or AS9100 manufacturing electronics environment.
• Low-volume, high mix manufacturing experience in an FAA regulated environment is desired.
• A minimum of 10+ years direct leadership experience with large teams.
• Strong communications skills and experience in Operations is desired.
• Recruitment and retention of high-quality manufacturing & product support talent.
• Experience with Circuit Card assembly and test, final assembly and test, and environmental test.
• Direct leadership of manufacturing/support-focused teams.
• Large- and small-company experience, ideally in product support & leading manufacturing in a rapid-growth environment.
• Planning production/support/scheduling requirements and inventories within an ERP system environment.
• Order fulfillment and transportation.
• Project management experience.
• New product development experience.
• Developing and managing operating and capital investment plans.
• Strategy development and implementation experience.

Nice To Haves

• Training and experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma quality are desired.

Responsibilities

• Manage by Walking Around to develop a work environment of open and honest communications to develop trust in the workforce.
• Lead by example, lead with enthusiasm, develop a sense of urgency.
• Lead with Humility and a positive attitude.
• Work closely with CEO on manufacturing and product support plans, goals, and future product innovations.
• Leader for implementation of Six Sigma Quality and Lean practices including 5S, kaizen and root cause analysis tools.
• Accountable for meeting all key customer and corporate KPI.
• Accountable for controlling scrap, waste and product damage associated with manufacturing or material movement.
• Hiring, development and succession planning of employees, working in close connection with the CEO.
• Management of personal scheduling and practices associated with split shift, staggered hours, night shift, down days and seasonal/contract employees.
• Employee safety.
• Develop and manage budgeting and budget execution with a focus on implementing manufacturing improvements driving tangible cost reduction and quality improvements.
• Direct all daily scheduling, material movement, material staging, shipping and receiving associated with manufacturing and repair.
• Lead all inventory control, purchasing and supply chain management activities to ensure required materials are available to support on-time-delivery, quality and financial goals.
• Pursue cost reduction and process improvements in key product categories.
• Reviews and endorses or revises budget proposals received from direct reports.
• Works with Finance to submit budgets for assigned activities in accordance with the budget procedure and enterprise and financial reporting metrics.
• Approves budget expenses up to authorized dollar amounts.
• Defines and recommends goals and objectives in each area of Operations.
• Develops specific short-term and long-term plans and programs, together with supporting budget requests and financial estimates.
• Keeps employees thoroughly informed on a regular basis as to company/department production plans and progress.
• Ensures that duties, responsibilities, and authority and accountability of all direct subordinates are defined and understood.
• Partner with sales and marketing teams to develop forecasts and lead times to satisfy customer requirements.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits, including medical, vision, dental, PTO, 401k, and much more.
• Strong work-life balance.
• Great company culture.
• Groundbreaking work opportunities.
• Impactful innovation in the avionics industry.
• Passionate & dedicated team members.
• A work environment that supports professional growth and career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree