Ceramic Matrix Composites Site Director and General Manager (Onsite)
$186,200–$353,800 year
On-siteCarlsbad, California, United States
Job Summary
Lead the transition of Ceramic Matrix Composites from R&D to Low Rate Initial Production by establishing industrialization strategies and managing the CMC value stream for internal Pratt & Whitney customers. Execute long-term and short-term operational plans to achieve full-rate factory production while partnering with Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, EHS, Quality, and external partners. Drive workforce development, capital planning, and compliance with U.S. government contracting policies, ensuring seamless integration of manufacturing, operations, and quality functions. Champion the Leadership Operating Model to transform culture, streamline workflows, and deliver continuous improvement initiatives. Provide executive-level reporting on performance insights and manage up to 25% travel for stakeholder alignment.
Required Qualifications
- U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
- Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Materials, Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial etc OR Equivalent) from a recognized university
- 14+ years of relevant experience or 12yrs with an Advanced degree
- 5+ years of engineering leadership experience (people, operations, budgets, strategy)
- 5+ years of familiarity with manufacturing and/or supply chain and/or engineering functions
- Conversant with statistical, continuous improvement, and problem-solving tools and techniques
- Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (AS 9100)w/ experience in product integrity, quality systems, and engineering change management
- Experience driving transformation, standardization, and operational excellence with experience in implementation of CORE initiatives
- Travel – up to 25%
Desired Qualifications
- Experience leading large teams (teams of teams)
- Experiences in Aerospace and Defense including EHS/PSM processes and CapEx projects
- Experience in multi-site operations, or industrial environments
- Familiarity with Chemical Vapor Deposition or Chemical Vapor Infiltration
- Travel up to 20-30% domestic and international
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