Job Description
Are you an Operations leader ready to lead high-impact operations in a fast-moving aerospace environment?
A leading aerospace and defense supplier is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee key manufacturing value streams at its site near Pasadena, CA—supporting critical systems used across a range of commercial and defense applications.
The Operations Manager will lead and optimize manufacturing value streams, ensuring world-class performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. This role partners cross-functionally to meet and exceed customer expectations while driving continuous improvement using lean principles and business system tools.
What’s on offer for the Operations Manager
- $165-200k – depending on experience.
Key Responsibilities of the Operations Manager:
- Lead day-to-day operations and staff to meet production goals and customer demand
- Oversee product manufacturing to ensure high quality and cost-efficiency
- Collaborate cross-functionally across engineering, supply chain, and facilities
- Drive lean initiatives and continuous improvement—lead Kaizen events and standard work efforts
- Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing, customer-focused team
- Ensure compliance with safety policies and regulatory standards
- Use data to build and execute action plans that improve operational performance
- Define clear roles and expectations to foster team cohesion and accountability
- Provide coaching, development, and feedback to enhance individual and team growth
Minimum Qualifications:
- 7+ years in a manufacturing environment with a strong focus on lean/continuous improvement
- 3+ years leading one or more value streams
- Deep knowledge of lean manufacturing systems, tools, and metrics
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams with a strong customer orientation
- Strong communication, team building, and project management skills
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field
- Previous experience manufacturing Cabin Systems – desirable but not essential
- U.S. Person status required (due to access to controlled data under ITAR)
If you’re a results-driven operations leader looking to take the next step in your career, this is your chance to make a real impact in a fast-paced aerospace and defense environment. Apply now — we respond to all qualified candidates within 24 to 48 hours