Director, Operations (Southeast)
SymboticSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, Manufacturing, Operations ManagementIndustries
Requirements
The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field, with a minimum of 10 years of experience in operations leadership, preferably within the aerospace, high-tech, or manufacturing industries. Strong experience in high-volume manufacturing, supply chain management, and ERP system implementation is essential, along with demonstrated expertise in process optimization and quality assurance methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma. Experience with aerospace quality standards (e.g., AS9100) and ISO 9001 is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
As the Vice President of Operations, you will be responsible for leading and scaling the manufacturing, supply chain, and production operations of Solestial, Inc.’s space solar manufacturing facility. This includes partnering with the technology team to scale production, designing and implementing operational strategies, overseeing the deployment of an ERP system, managing factory and production line development, optimizing manufacturing processes, building and managing a global supply chain, maintaining quality systems, managing costs and efficiency, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to ensure reliable and scalable production for commercial and government customers.”} 2024-02-29T17:16:36Z`
Skills
Lean
Six Sigma
Supply Chain Management
ERP System Implementation
Process Optimization
Quality Assurance
Manufacturing
Aerospace Quality Standards
ISO 9001
Solestial
Produces thin, flexible solar panels for space
About Solestial
Solestial, Inc. specializes in ultra-thin silicon solar panels designed for space applications, featuring self-curing radiation damage capabilities and a flexible, lightweight build for minimal degradation over 10 years in LEO. The breakthrough technology allows for mass production at 90% lower costs than existing technologies, addressing the increasing demand for solar power in space.
Key Metrics
Tempe, ArizonaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$10.6MTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
Energy, AerospaceIndustries
11-50Employees