Director of Manufacturing Operations, AD&S

Director of Manufacturing Operations, AD&SAshville, Ohio, United StatesAnduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century's most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.About The RoleWe're hiring a Director of Manufacturing Operations to oversee all production within our Air Dominance & Strike division, from rapidly maturing prototypes through full-rate production at scale. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a team of highly talented managers, line supervisors, and technicians who manufacture both our current key autonomous products, Fury, Barracuda, and Roadrunner, and our emerging capabilities. This is a highly dynamic role that requires both technical and frontline people management skills. This role is at the forefront of delivering exceptional customer experiences, fostering team development, and overseeing operations at Arsenal-01 and HQ. As a Director in the Air Dominance & Strike Production organization, you must be a technical leader with the expertise to evaluate, qualify, manage, and advocate for an increasing number of sophisticated parallel pursuits. This role is crucial in ensuring that both manufacturing sites and operations align with the division's strategic direction and receives the appropriate resourcing, in addition to balancing innovation with practical execution to drive the business line's manufacturing operational success. Success in this role demands consistent achievement across hardware production, team management, manufacturing operations, and financial goals. The ideal candidate combines technical acumen with effective communication, strong time-management skills, and a passion for leading transformative change. The ideal candidate should be energetic, highly organized, and deeply committed to scaling innovative products. While individual contributions are valued, teamwork is crucial for achieving the highest level of success while maintaining our Anduril culture above all. Please note: This role will be based at Arsenal-01 in Columbus, OH. A successful candidate will be expected to work out of Columbus, OH. Based on eligibility, relocation assistance may be available. There will likely be 25% - 50% travel required for the role.What You'll DoFirst and foremost, deliver outcomes for the Air Dominance & Strike Production organizationCreate a clear vision for Manufacturing OperationsYou are a key leader in supporting and strengthening the vision of AD&S ProductionManage the portfolio of projects necessary to achieve your vision for Manufacturing OperationsCollaborate successfully with leaders across our production organizationLeaders include Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Planning, Quality, and Supply ChainDeliver quality products, on-time and at costOwn attainment for both current and emerging programsOwn the culture on the floorBe a stakeholder in all programs, policies, etc. that affect life on the floorMaximize for what's right both for Anduril's future and maintaining a strong team cultureCoach, mentor and support Manufacturing Operations Managers and Production SupervisorsCreate and maintain a high bar for excellenceClearly communicate up and outProvide consistent and high-quality briefs both up, to Anduril Senior Leadership, and out, to AD&S CustomersIn summary, show up every day with a high level of urgency, ownership, and enthusiasm to get the job doneRequired Qualifications:6+ years experience managing manufacturing and production operations3+ years in a supervisor or production operations management role at the Director level or above3+ years of experience as a manager of managersExperience managing operator / technician workforce of 100+ within direct organizationExperience working directly and communicating with designers and engineersA full understanding of the product life cycle (NPI to scaled production), LEAN manufacturing principles, and change managementExtremely reliable, organized, and detail-oriented with excellent verbal & written communication skillsYou have a passion for employee development and enjoy the process of training and developing both new hires and veteran production staffEligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearancePreferred Qualifications:Bachelor or Master's degree in a technical field (engineering, business, or applied science)Working knowledge of AS9100 standards and OSHA lawsUS Salary Range$190,000 - $252,000 USDThe salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:BenefitsAt Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.Protecting Yourself from Recruitment ScamsAnduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. 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