Executive

57149BR

Job Summary:

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

General Atomics Electromagnetics Systems, Inc. (GA-EMS) is seeking leader to serve as the Vice President, Manufacturing located in Tupelo MS.

The Vice President, Manufacturing provides strategic leadership and operational direction for all manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for implementing the organization’s manufacturing vision and direction; leading multi-site operations; and achieving business, technical, schedule, revenue, and profitability objectives. The Vice President, Manufacturing supports business growth through the development of new opportunities, strategic partnerships, alliances, and joint ventures that enhance organizational capabilities.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee multi-site, vertically integrated manufacturing activities to achieve technical, business, schedule, and financial objectives while maintaining a worldwide reputation for technical leadership and excellence.
• Establish annual technical, business, and financial objectives.
• Direct the allocation of technical, financial, and human capital resources to attain or exceed business objectives.
• Oversee implementation of current business objectives and collaborate with senior executives to develop long-range strategic objectives.
• Direct workforce planning, selection, retention, and development to ensure the availability of required management, technical, and production talent.
• Represent the Company in business relationships with customers, suppliers, partners, and global business and non-business communities.
• Identify, evaluate, and support new business opportunities, partnerships, alliances, and joint ventures that enhance manufacturing capabilities and support strategic growth.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, contractual obligations, and other requirements wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

• Extensive manufacturing experience, typically 25 years or more, within a vertically integrated manufacturing environment.
• Technical background and education, including thorough and comprehensive management, planning, and implementation experience supporting new system and equipment development through production.
• Demonstrated experience with large-system fabrication, including welding and machining; high-power electronics; and electronic and electrical assembly and test manufacturing.
• Broad, cross-functional technical expertise related to the Company’s business areas, including manufacturing operations, engineering, quality, supply chain, production, program management, workforce development, and capital planning.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans; establish measurable technical, business, and financial objectives; manage complex resources; and drive continuous improvement.
• Detailed knowledge across most areas in which the Company specializes.
• Strong executive-level leadership, communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-management skills.

Job Category:

Manufacturing

Experience Level:

Executive

Workstyle:

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

Pay Range Low:

0

Pay Range High:

0

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

Yes

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Clearance Required?:

Desired

Clearance Level:

Top Secret

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.