Budgeting, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cost Forecasting, Customer Relations, Employee Benefits, Finance, Forecasting, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Onboarding, Operational Audit, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operations Planning, Operations Processes, Organizational Development/Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Policy Development, Product Costing, Product Development, Product Planning, Production Planning, Project/Program Management, Regulatory Requirements, Safety Compliance, Safety Systems, Security Compliance, Space Operations, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, System Integration (SI), Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Video On Demand, Workforce Planning
Executive Vice President, Operations
Voyager is an innovative defense, national security, and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets, leading in the race for technological and operational superiority from the ground to space.
The Executive Vice President, Operations for Space, Defense, & National Security is responsible for scaling end-to-end operations to deliver productsefficiently, on time, and in alignment with company growth objectives.
The position reports to the President, Space, Defense & National Security and is based in the Long Beach, CA OR Denver Metro Area, CO area. This role is onsite.
In this role, the essential functions are:
- Lead and scale core operational functions including production, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, facilities, safety, and enterprise systems.
- Drive operational execution to ensure on-time, on-cost delivery of products, aligning production output with company growth objectives and customer commitments.
- Develop and implement operational strategies, processes, and infrastructure to support rapid scaling, including expansion into new facilities and production capacity.
- Oversee supply chain strategy, including supplier selection, onboarding, performance management, and compliance with applicable national security requirements.
- Establish and track key performance across segment-level operations, ensuring visibility into performance, cost control, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure seamless integration of pertinent enterprise systems within but not limited to manufacturing, supply chain, and other functions to enable accurate planning, forecasting, and execution.
- Partner closely with engineering and program management teams to align production plans with product development, schedules, and delivery milestones.
- Lead operational budgeting, cost management, and forecasting in collaboration with finance to ensure adherence to financial targets.
- Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements, drive implementation and continuous improvement of policies and standards.
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team across operations, including workforce planning, hiring, training, and organizational design for this business segment.
- Support executive leadership on strategic initiatives, including major program bids, partnerships, and customer engagements when necessary.
- Interface with customers, partners, and external stakeholders, including participation in reviews, audits, and operational briefings.
- Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, transparency, and continuous improvement across the operations organization.
Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.
- Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company, and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
- Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 4% to help you build long-term financial security
- Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
- Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
- The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment
Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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