Join Saab as a Senior Director, Site Lead, and play a pivotal role in establishing and managing a new Land Systems Manufacturing Facility. Lead a cross-functional team to meet production demands while fostering a culture of excellence and safety.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the new facility's planning and design
Oversee the construction phase
Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
Secure external funding for manufacturing ramp up
Oversee recruiting and training
Ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and customer expectations
Manage day-to-day operations of the production site
Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
Manage the facility’s budget and financial targets
Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements
Implement Sales and Operations Planning frameworks
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration
Work closely with customers to meet their needs
Develop and enforce Environmental Health and Safety policies
Encourage innovation in manufacturing processes
Lead implementation of advanced manufacturing concepts
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, operations management, or related field
15+ years of progressive leadership experience
10+ years of experience in the arms, ammunition, and explosives industry
Eligibility to obtain a Secret level security clearance
Experience in munitions production
Experience managing Greenfield projects
Proficient in 5S, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in business, engineering, or related field
Knowledge of DoD acquisition process and customer requirements
Experience in obtaining and generating compliant program proposals
Experience with the IFS ERP System
Benefits & Perks
Medical, vision and dental insurancePaid time off including vacation and holidays401(k) with immediate vesting on employer matchTuition assistanceStudent loan assistanceWellness account and employee assistance programsEmployee stock purchase program with employer match