DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
GILBERT, AZ
POSITION SUMMARY
Advanced Technology Systems Company (ATSC) seeks an accomplished, hands-on Director of Operations to lead and optimize performance across its Gilbert, AZ facility. This leader will drive operational excellence, scalable processes, and daily execution in a complex, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has multidisciplinary operations experience supporting advanced technology solutions, particularly C4ISR Systems and Air Delivery Systems, and collaborates effectively with site leadership, Engineering, Program Management, Business Development, government agencies, CONUS/OCONUS customers, and suppliers. Manufacturing and fabrication portfolio: large vehicle and trailered integrated systems; tower/mast systems; shelter construction; electronics and PCBAs; balloon systems; CNC machining; and electro-mechanical systems.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead and refine operational systems that provide visibility, accountability, and execution of business objectives; align decisions with enterprise strategy in partnership with department heads, government agencies, customers, and suppliers.
• Monitor operational metrics and drive on-time, efficient, cost-effective delivery; develop strategies for growth, scalability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, quality standards, and applicable laws; partner with HR to promote integrity, inclusivity, and employee engagement.
• Establish operational goals and performance expectations with senior leadership; improve efficiency through process analysis and cross-functional coordination.
• Partner with Program Management on financial, schedule, and budget plans; assess performance, implement corrective actions, and serve as a key interface for internal and external government/customer audits.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• 10+ years of senior operations leadership in an advanced technology or defense industry environment; demonstrated organizational, communication, and leadership success.
• Broad expertise in finance, production, customer service, supply chain/vendor management, and workforce leadership; proven ability to design and optimize efficient, adaptable processes.
• Knowledge of industry regulations, compliance, and legal requirements; demonstrated subcontractor and supplier performance management and government/customer audit experience.
• Technical familiarity with tactical radios, EO/IR, radar, networking, computing/server platforms, and data links; proficiency in EVMS and ERP systems.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a government security clearance.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
Primarily office-based. Regularly sits, stands, operates a computer, climbs stairs, and communicates effectively; must lift 15–25 pounds, read, write, and speak English fluently, and travel (including potential OCONUS travel) as program needs require.
ATSC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability. We welcome resumes from all interested parties, including women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of senior operations leadership experience in an advanced technology or defense industry environment
- Demonstrated organizational, communication, and leadership success
- Expertise in finance, production, customer service, supply chain and vendor management, and workforce leadership
- Experience designing and optimizing efficient, adaptable processes
- Knowledge of industry regulations, compliance, and legal requirements
- Experience managing subcontractor and supplier performance
- Government and customer audit experience
- Technical familiarity with tactical radios, EO/IR, radar, networking, computing/server platforms, and data links
- Proficiency with EVMS and ERP systems
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to obtain a government security clearance
- Ability to travel, including potential OCONUS travel, as program needs require
- Ability to lift 15–25 pounds
- Fluent English reading, writing, and speaking skills
What We Do
ATSC IES Inc. is a Gilbert, Arizona-based defense technology company, formerly known as Stara Technologies, that develops and deploys specialized systems for defense missions. Its offerings include miniature GPS-guided parachutes, noise-suppressing UAV mufflers and specialized transport containers, as well as integrated base-defense and C5ISR solutions spanning command, control, communications, computing, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. It also provides engineering and technical support for government defense programs.
