What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Operations position at Ultra Electronics Group?
We are an AS9100-certified electronics manufacturer specializing in PCB population, box build, and environmental testing for aerospace and defense clients, with an FAA repair station and in-house design engineering. We seek a hands-on Director of Operations to lead our team to deliver high-quality, traceable products that meet strict standards. The ideal candidate brings expertise in lean manufacturing, supply chain management, OSHA regulations, ERP/MRP tools, and electrical theory, with a successful track record in small to mid-sized manufacturing settings.
Key Responsibilities:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email michelle.bowen@ultra-ice.com
We offer medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, health savings accounts, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with a Company match.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email careers@ultra-us-gbs.com
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead supply, manufacturing, and repair operations, including FAA repair station work.
- Enhance efficiency by applying lean manufacturing to reduce waste and optimize workflows.
- Uphold AS9100, ISO9000, FAA, and OSHA standards.
- Develop and enforce policies for quality, safety, and performance.
- Coordinate production planning, inventory, and resources using ERP and MRP systems.
- Analyze data to identify trends, resolve issues, and inform decisions.
- Improve KPIs for production, quality, and delivery, aligning with aerospace standards.
- Deliver performance reports to the Site General Manager, benchmarking against budgets, forecasts, and baselines.
- Supervise facility operations:
- Maintain equipment, grounds, and building.
- Secure the site with safety protocols and security measures.
- Plan for future growth and expansion.
- Direct materials flow and supplier partnerships to meet schedule and cost goals.
- Align manufacturing with design goals through collaboration with engineering and leadership.
- Collaborate with customer accounts to set expectations and improve satisfaction.
- Collaborate with finance to plan equipment investments, craft budgets, and project costs.
- Build a strong operations team, promoting accountability and growth.
- 5 years of experience in Operations Management.
- Proven success leading teams of 20 or more in a hands-on role.
- Deep knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9000 quality systems, with focus on traceability.
- Expertise in lean manufacturing and process improvement.
- Strong grasp of OSHA safety rules and manufacturing practices.
- Skilled in ERP and MRP systems for production and materials.
- Able to analyze data and report performance against budgets and goals.
- Solid understanding of electrical theory for PCB work, box builds, and environmental testing.
- Effective communicator, capable of working with customers and finance teams.
- Thrives in a fast-paced setting with a proactive approach.
- Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
- 7 years managing operations in a manufacturing environment.
- Proven success leading teams of 40 or more in a hands-on role.
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or electronics manufacturing.
- Familiarity with FAA repair station processes.
- Government contract experience
- Background in PCB population, box build, and environmental testing operations.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email michelle.bowen@ultra-ice.com
We offer medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, health savings accounts, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with a Company match.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email careers@ultra-us-gbs.com
