President, American Ordnance

President, American Ordnance

Job Location: Middletown, IA 52638 Teams: Operations Req Id: 3350 Posting Start Date: 4/15/26 Job Type: Full-Time Work Type: Onsite

Job Summary: Accountable for achieving the strategic growth objectives of DZMG in the area of GOCO Munitions. Full P&L responsibility for American Ordnance LLC responsible for financial performance and attainment of revenue and net contribution goals and driving a strong safety culture and robust customer relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for American Ordnance LLC, coordinating with Day & Zimmermann goals and standards.
• Develop long-range objectives and business plans that fit the company values and risk profiles.
• Maintain key customer relationships within the US government and the defense industry.
• Direct all division functions including sales, operations, engineering, quality and safety to drive operational excellence and innovation.
• Partner with head of VP, D&Z Operations; SVP, DZMG; and DZMG group staff to develop and implement plans to achieve strategic growth objectives across the division.

KSAs (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities): Leadership skills Financial and business acumen Operations management Contracts and risk management Environmental, health & safety and quality

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Required
• 10+ years Minimum 10 Required Experience in US Government contracting; extensive knowledge of ammunition products Required

Essential Functions:

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery)
• Pushing or pulling (e.g., using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction, or in a dragging or hauling motion)
• Balancing (e.g., maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching etc.)
• Manual Dexterity (e.g., picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses the fingers)
• Stooping (e.g., bending the spine at the waist)
• Reaching (e.g., reaching the arms or legs in any direction)
• Feeling (e.g., perceiving an object's size, shape, texture etc.)
• Climbing (e.g., ascending/descending ladders, stair, scaffolding, ramps, pole etc. using feet and legs or hands/arms to climb)
• Walking
• Hearing
• Repetitive motions of any part of the body
• Talking

Compensation and Benefits: In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $271,135 - $406,703. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees' individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members

Notices to Applicants: For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io, and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.