Senior Director, Operations

Strategic Leadership & Operational ExecutionDevelop and execute the operations strategy for SEAKR, ensuring seamless integration of in-house production and external contract manufacturing to meet company objectives.Oversee end-to-end manufacturing operations, including engineering, assembly, testing, and logistics, ensuring high-quality production at scale.Serve as a key advisor to the General Manager, providing operational insights, risk assessments, and solutions to enhance overall business performance.Lead cross-functional collaboration between engineering, production, and supply chain teams to drive efficiency, scalability, and innovation.Drive lean manufacturing principles and process optimization initiatives across all operations, ensuring best-in-class execution.Contract Manufacturing & Supplier ManagementDevelop and manage strategic relationships with contract manufacturers, ensuring alignment with SEAKR’s quality, delivery, and technical requirements.Establish clear performance metrics and governance structures to maximize contract manufacturer efficiency and cost-effectiveness.Work closely with supply chain teams to ensure that procurement, subcontracting, and inventory control support both in-house and outsourced production.Optimize make-versus-buy decisions, balancing internal capabilities with external partnerships to enhance flexibility and scalability.Manufacturing & Production OversightLead SEAKR’s high-mix, low-volume manufacturing operations, ensuring the production of highly complex, custom aerospace electronic payloads.Oversee production test operations, ensuring 24/7 environmental and functional testing meets aerospace-grade reliability standards.Drive process automation and advanced manufacturing technologies to increase efficiency, quality, and throughput.Ensure seamless coordination between engineering and production teams, accelerating time-to-market for cutting-edge aerospace products.People & Organizational DevelopmentRecruit, develop, and mentor a high-performing operations leadership team, ensuring SEAKR has the right talent to support both internal and external manufacturing initiatives.Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement, driving operational excellence at all levels.Partner with Human Resources to align the workforce with business objectives, ensuring the hiring, retention, and development of top-tier talent.Customer & Business EngagementAct as a key operational interface with aerospace prime customers, ensuring SEAKR meets and exceeds customer expectations for quality, delivery, and technical performance.Lead customer experience strategy, ensuring exceptional service, responsiveness, and program execution.Identify and drive business growth opportunities, leveraging both in-house and contract manufacturing capabilities to enhance SEAKR’s position.Compliance & SafetyEnsure adherence to all aerospace industry regulations, quality management standards, and company policies.Partner with Environmental, Health, and Safety leaders to maintain a proactive safety culture and regulatory compliance across all operational functions.