Director of Operations

DISA Tech is seeking a Director of Operations to lead site and operational execution in Casper, WY campus (primary base). This role owns production and unit delivery end-to-end—from engineering handoff through build, commissioning, and customer support—while directing supply chain, production, technicians, and project management teams. The ideal candidate brings experience scaling equipment manufacturing or industrial technology operations, implementing quality and project control systems, and leading cross-functional teams in a high-growth environment. Reporting closely to the President, the Director will also serve as a strategic thought partner on scaling decisions, own safety and quality culture (with the HSO reporting into this role), and represent operations externally with customers and investors.

IDEAL CANDIDATE DESCRIPTION

The ideal candidate has project management experience in scaling equipment manufacturing or industrial technology operations, managing production/project delivery teams, implementing quality and project control systems, and leading cross-functional execution in a high-growth environment.

BENEFITS

$120k - $180k per year (paid bi-weekly)

401k Matching up to 4%

Excellent Healthcare Benefits

Work Schedule: M-T (7:30am - 5:30pm) and Fri (7:30am to 11:30am)

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Site & Facility Leadership

• Serve as the senior on-site leader for the Casper campus and provide operational oversight for the Westminster, CO facility.
• Accountable for operational budget and performance.
• Lead facility operations, including safety, compliance, security, maintenance, and 5S standards.
• Directly manage Supply Chain, Production, Operations Technicians, Project Management, and Health & Safety teams.
• Oversee team structure, staffing, hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance management.
• Lead regular operational reviews to track performance, coordinate cross-functional activities, and resolve risks.

Production & Unit Delivery

• Manage Engineering-to-Operations handoff, including design release, approved BOM, drawings and specifications, unit configuration, technical deviations, and quality requirements
• Maintain visibility into production schedule/backlog and flag risks early
• Communicate directly with DISA Uranium on unit orders, shakedowns, and repairs; prioritize such unit orders according to internal agreements
• Manage spare parts, repair turnaround, and assist the technical services manager with field service logistics

Project Execution & Controls

• Establish and enforce consistent project execution and project controls practices, including baseline scope, cost, schedule, cash flow, change management, risk tracking, forecasting, and timely escalation of deviations
• Maintain an integrated capacity plan covering labor, shop loading, suppliers, long-lead materials, commissioning resources, field service, and expected unit backlog

Quality Ownership

• Own operational quality systems, including supplier quality, inspection, non-conformance management, corrective action, manufacturing records, factory acceptance testing, and feedback from field failures

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Own the handoff process between Engineering and Operations (design-to-build, BOM accuracy, change orders)
• Work with Engineering on design-for-manufacturability feedback loops
• Coordinate with Project Management around BD/Sales on delivery timelines and customer commitments

External-Facing Responsibilities

• Host tours for investors, customers, and external stakeholders
• Travel to customer sites periodically to audit equipment performance and crew operations
• Serve as an operational point of contact for key customer relationships

Meetings & Reporting

• Participate in weekly all-hands management, production, and engineering meetings
• Provide regular operations reporting/KPIs to leadership (throughput, on-time delivery, safety incidents, headcount)

Supply Chain & Vendor Management

• Own vendor relationships and procurement strategy for production materials/components
• Manage inventory levels and lead-time risk
• Negotiate contracts/pricing with key suppliers (or oversee whoever does)

Support Functions:

• Assist HR and IT with backend and operations/initiatives.