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Director of Manufacturing Operations, AD&S

Anduril· Manufacturing : AD&S MFG Leadership : Manufacturing
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Columbus, OH$190k - $252kfull-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Director of Manufacturing Operations to oversee all production within the Air Dominance & Strike division, from rapidly maturing prototypes through full-rate production at scale, including responsibilities across Arsenal-01 and HQ.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver outcomes for the Air Dominance & Strike Production organization
  • Create a clear vision for Manufacturing Operations
  • Support and strengthen the vision of AD&S Production
  • Manage the portfolio of projects necessary to achieve your vision for Manufacturing Operations
  • Collaborate with leaders across the production organization (Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Planning, Quality, and Supply Chain)
  • Deliver quality products, on-time and at cost (own attainment for current and emerging programs)
  • Own the culture on the floor; be a stakeholder in programs and policies affecting life on the floor
  • Coach, mentor and support Manufacturing Operations Managers and Production Supervisors
  • Create and maintain a high bar for excellence
  • Clearly communicate up and out (briefs to senior leadership and customers)
  • Show up with urgency, ownership, and enthusiasm to get the job done

Qualifications

  • 6+ years experience managing manufacturing and production operations
  • 3+ years in a supervisor or production operations management role at the Director level or above
  • 3+ years of experience as a manager of managers
  • Experience managing operator / technician workforce of 100+ within direct organization
  • Experience working directly and communicating with designers and engineers
  • Full understanding of the product life cycle (NPI to scaled production), LEAN manufacturing principles, and change management
  • Extremely reliable, organized, and detail-oriented with excellent verbal & written communication skills
  • Passion for employee development and training of new hires and veteran production staff
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Skills

Required:Manufacturing leadershipProgram managementLean manufacturingCross-functional collaborationCommunication

Benefits

  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees (health, recovery, and other support as part of comprehensive package)
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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