Director of Operations

Nanowave Technologies is looking for a Director of Operations to join its new Atlanta Georgia U.S. location in Triangle Parkway, Peachtree Corners, called Electromagnetic Sensor Technology (EMST).

The successful candidate will be responsible for the setup and operation of the new manufacturing and development facility. This facility will be focused on electronics for commercial and defense aerospace and space applications. Examples include radar and RF amplifier applications.

Responsibilities:

1.. Layout and fit up of a complete manufacturing facility. Understanding of construction and equipment installation is strongly desired.

1. Lead the transfer, documentation, qualification and scaling of manufacturing and test processes from Nanowave's Toronto facility into the Atlanta operation.
2. Setting, monitoring and achieving quality and operational directives including obtaining AS9100 certification for the facility
3. Hiring of resources as required to meet the operational plan
4. Manage employees and hands-on operations of the manufacturing function, whether in-house or sub-contracted
5. Ensure that as the company grows, manufacturing capabilities meet or exceed all industry and customer requirements for cost and quality responsiveness
6. Work closely with the CEO/ President on manufacturing plans, goals and future product innovations
7. Play an active role in senior level negotiations with client companies and manufacturing partners
8. Direct production control, production process development, quality systems, purchasing and shipping/ receiving activities
9. Partner with sales and business development to meet customers’ expectations for product delivery
10. It is envisioned that this role will change as the facility grows and additional staff are hired. Some travel to Toronto Canada may be required during the initial phase for training and planning purposes.

Education:

5–10 years of experience in a Director or similar leadership role within the electronics industry

BS in Engineering (EE, ME) or other technical degree, preferably with an MBA.

Requirements/ Skills:

1. Previous leadership experience in aerospace, defense, RF/microwave, electronics manufacturing, or other highly regulated technology manufacturing environments
2. Experience in product engineering, manufacturing engineering.
3. Manufacturing in a certified manufacturing organization (AS9100)
4. Experience in materials management with planning through purchasing, and negotiating and administration of procurement agreements
5. Established relationships with full range of subcontractor manufacturers and familiarity with the capabilities, pricing strategies and negotiation tactics
6. Success deploying commercial components into high volume production on time and meeting cost sensitive requirements
7. Self-starter and team player
8. Large and small company experience in leading manufacturing in rapid growth environment
9. US security clearance desired. Must be able to work on ITAR and defense programs
10. Experience operating within, establishing, or supporting CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) compliance frameworks and cybersecurity requirements in aerospace, defense, or government-contracted manufacturing environments.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401K, 15 days PTO, Paid Holidays (10)

Pay: $150,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person