Director of Operations

• Lead and build the production team to scale manufacturing from conceptual design through high-rate production, focusing on safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Build high performing engineering teams, including industrial engineering and manufacturing engineering.
• Lead and grow shop floor teams. Drive cross training, efficient operations, and sustained growth.
• Set standards for capacity modeling, manufacturing scaling, and industrial engineering across Ursa Major
• Engage and influence ERP and MES deployment strategy in support of scalability.
• Implement and refine our novel manufacturing method to meet varying customer demand profiles while ensuring responsiveness and flexibility in production.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that ensure industry-leading safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate production requirements from the early design phase through to full-scale manufacturing.
• Collaborate the facilities and logistics to support both development activities and high-volume production, ensuring seamless operation of manufacturing =
• Foster a culture of operational excellence and innovation within the production teams.
• Define and track key performance metrics and daily production metrics to track production performance, cost control, and quality assurance, ensuring goals are met or exceeded.

• 6+ years of experience in scaled production, preferably in aerospace, defense, or related industries.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale, high-volume manufacturing operations, with a focus on safety, quality, and cost-efficiency.
• Experience in manufacturing of energetics or other safety-critical products is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate cross-functional teams in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional problem-solving and process optimization skills, with a track record of implementing innovative production methods.
• Ability to navigate complex supply chains and develop strong supplier partnerships.
• Experience working with government and defense customers
• Start-up mentality combined with the rigor and discipline needed for high-volume, real-world production.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $180,000 - $220,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.

Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)

• Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
• Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
• Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
• EAP Program
• Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match
• Equity Grants in the Company

How To Apply: Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application".

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.