Senior Director, Operations

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US's dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

QinetiQ is seeking a Senior Director of Operations to drive operational departments in an industrial environment to align with customer and corporate imperatives. The Senior Director of Operations will report directly to the Chief Efficiency Officer of QinetiQ US, and is responsible for leading Manufacturing, Production, Quality, Configuration Management, Supply Chain, and Environmental Health and Safety. The Dir of Operations must be a versatile individual connecting with individuals on the shop floor as well as executive leadership, bringing proven leadership and a strong operations background to improve performance with a substantive focus on manufacturing and production operations in the Franklin, MA area. This role will oversee daily operations and ensure cross-department collaboration to drive company goals and objectives and support Engineering and Profit and Loss leaders in the execution of corporate priority requirements. The Dir of Operations must be able to drive the current state, while also collaboratively building the future state of the organization. Duties include:

Lead and drive all Operations departments, including manufacturing, production, quality, configuration management, supply chain, EHS, and other functions to align with strategic objectives.
• Provide leadership and strategy for manpower and resourcing of core operational functions to drive results in support of P&L on time delivery, ensuring Cost, Schedule, and Performance discipline.
• Support P&L performance through integrated product/program teams, corrective action resolution, governance, and program excellence.
• Establish and drive relevant data, metric, key performance indicators, and service level agreements into the business to increase effectiveness and efficiency.
• Work with P&L leaders, Engineering, and Chief Growth officer to develop product road-maps supporting growth initiatives including business plans, business investment cases, and client engagements.
• Identify and maintain inventory of relevant corporate certifications (ISO, AS, CMMI) required by contracts and to support Growth and the P&L leader objectives.
• Oversee relevant budget planning and cost control initiatives across operations.
• Demonstrate strong leadership to manage and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Demonstrate problem-solving and analytical skills, leveraging data-driven insights to guide decision-making.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental and quality standards, and relevant industry requirements.
• Provide strong leadership and mentorship to team and direct reports, including future hiring, building, and development of the team.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations or related field, Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 12 years of progressive leadership experience engineering, operations and manufacturing, with a strong knowledge of the Defense Industry.
• Strong track record of delivering on key financial and operational performance indicators.
• Proven experience driving Continuous Improvement (CI), lean, standardization, EHS, quality, six sigma, Kaizen; in engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record for directing strategic prioritization to achieve requirements within Cost, Schedule, and Performance targets.
• Energy, drive, track record of building high performing teams and developing team members.
• High sense of urgency and ability to successfully manage multiple initiatives with competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and work cross-functionally with multiple groups and leaders.
• Ability and willingness to work on-site in Franklin, MA, with occasional travel to Virginia or other locations.

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.