Operations Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Lead the Line on Aerospace Delivery : Operations Lead | Onsite, Windsor Locks, CT

Role Summary & Impact

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to hire an experienced Operations Lead to drive delivery assurance for critical programs. In this highly visible, onsite role, you’ll bridge program management and factory execution—ensuring on-time delivery, resolving constraints on the manufacturing floor, and coordinating recovery actions that keep complex aerospace programs moving.

What You’ll Do (Day-to-Day Responsibilities)

Ensure On-Time Delivery (OTD) to customer request dates for military programs

Obtain and validate delivery commitments

Establish and execute recovery plans

Support delivery assurance activities end to end

Maintain an active presence on the manufacturing floor

Understand material WIP positions and collaborate with supervisors and managers to deliver product

Provide detailed line-of-balance updates with robust action plans for production hardware

Communicate significant delivery risks and issues to Value Stream Leadership, including customer impact

Drive detailed recovery actions with suppliers and internal manufacturing sites to restore delivery schedules

Facilitate burndown of Supplier Requested Information (SRI) and First Article Inspection (FAI) items

Support material substitution or last-time-buy activities to ensure component availability

Provide inputs into the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process

Support Product Value Streams with rate readiness assessments, gap identification, and action plans

Help maintain production capacity alignment (labor, equipment, tooling) with short- and long-term demand

Coordinate closely with Value Stream Leaders, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams

Required Qualifications

Experience in operations, program management, project management, or delivery assurance

Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both factory leadership and customer-facing teams

Experience working directly on or closely with manufacturing operations

Ability to analyze production constraints and drive corrective actions

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and / or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies : 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Associate’s degree

Preferred Qualifications

Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience

Experience supporting military or regulated programs

Familiarity with production planning, supplier coordination, and readiness assessments

Proven ability to lead cross-functional recovery efforts

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, we place operations leaders in roles where execution truly matters. You’ll benefit from :

Competitive pay rate of 38.93 per hour

Long-term consultant opportunity ( 24-month assignment )

Onsite role with direct influence on manufacturing outcomes

Collaboration with experienced aerospace professionals across operations and engineering

A results-driven culture that values accountability, communication, and leadership on the floor

Position Details

Job Type : Full Time; Consultant (24 months)

Location : Windsor Locks, CT 06096 (Onsite)

Schedule : Monday–Friday | 1st Shift, 8 : 00 AM – 5 : 00 PM

Ready to Drive Delivery Excellence? Apply Today

If you’re an operations leader who thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment and wants to make a real impact on aerospace program delivery, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join PDS Tech Commercial and lead the charge on operational execution.

Pay Details : 38.93 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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