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Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.\nThis role is part of our Hypersonics and Strategic Missile Defense business, which designs, develops, and delivers highly dependable missile systems for hypersonic and strategic missile defense missions. We provide integrated, mission-ready hardware that brings together multiple technologies into unified systems engineered to perform in demanding operational environments. Our tip-to-tail capabilities include payload protection and deployment systems, propulsion systems, aerodynamic interstage systems, separation systems, missile subsystems, shroud systems, launch systems, and payload integration solutions.\nAs an Operations Manager, you will lead and coordinate operational activities across manufacturing value streams and quality assurance to support efficient execution, organizational growth, and continuous improvement. You will guide teams, oversee resource planning, and drive operational performance to ensure safe, high-quality, and cost-effective production aligned with program and organizational objectives.\nResponsibilities\nOversees and coordinates operational activities across manufacturing value streams to support safe, high-quality production.\nMaintains a safe and compliant working environment and reinforces safety as a core organizational value.\nBuilds and develops strong teams to support current operations and future leadership needs.\nLeads cross-functional initiatives to meet productivity, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.\nMonitors and manages operational budgets, labor utilization, and resource planning.\nManages personnel performance, disciplinary actions, and employee evaluations.\nEnsures staff receive appropriate training and effective work management support.\nPromotes continuous improvement and implements lean manufacturing practices, including 6S.\nRecommends resource, space, and capability enhancements and tracks progress of related capital projects.\nCollaborates across departments to resolve operational issues and maintain program execution.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering, or equivalent experience.\nMinimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience.\nStrong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to work effectively as part of a cross-functional team and provide hands-on support as needed.\nFamiliarity with aerospace materials, components, or specialized manufacturing processes.\nStrong understanding of aerospace quality systems, including Aerospace Standard 9100 (AS9100) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) compliance.\nProficiency with operational management tools and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, including EPICOR, MaintainX, Machine Metrics, and Microsoft Office Suite.\nA current U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one.\nPreferred Qualifications\n4+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing or a related regulated industry.\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to climb up and down stairs.\nAbility to lift up to 35 pounds.\nRegularly sits, stands, and walks.\nSufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.\nOccasional reaching overhead, at shoulder level, and below shoulder level.\nProlonged periods of repetitive movement.The essential functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.\n\nBenefits\nMedical, dental, and vision insurance\n401(k) with company match\nPaid time off\nHealth Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)\nCompany-paid life and AD&D insurance\nShort- and long-term disability coverage\nTuition reimbursement\nKarman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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