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Hera Technologies is a premier contract manufacturer specializing in high-precision metallic and non-metallic solutions for the Aerospace, Defense, and Space sectors. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction has positioned us as an industry leader in the design, manufacturing and maintenance of thermal support systems. Our team is driven by excellence, integrity, and a passion for advancing aerospace technology.

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Hera Technologies is seeking a strategic, hands-on Director of Operations to lead and scale our operational infrastructure in support of rapid business growth. This role is responsible for building the systems, processes, and teams to drive operational excellence within our materials manufacturing, CNC machining, bonding, coating, and assembly operations.

As a key member of the leadership team, the Director of Operations through strong collaboration with supply chain, planning, quality, and program management, will translate our growth strategy into disciplined execution. The ideal candidate is both a forward-thinking strategist and a roll-up-your-sleeves operator who thrives in dynamic, high-growth environments and is comfortable building structure where it does not yet exist.

Hera Technologies is seeking a strategic, hands-on Director of Operations to lead and scale our operational infrastructure in support of rapid business growth. This role is responsible for building the systems, processes, and teams to drive operational excellence within our materials manufacturing, CNC machining, bonding, coating, and assembly operations.

As a key member of the leadership team, the Director of Operations through strong collaboration with supply chain, planning, quality, and program management, will translate our growth strategy into disciplined execution. The ideal candidate is both a forward-thinking strategist and a roll-up-your-sleeves operator who thrives in dynamic, high-growth environments and is comfortable building structure where it does not yet exist.

Key Responsibilities

Proven experience leading end-to-end operations across manufacturing, production planning, supply chain, quality, and logistics with full accountability for cost, quality, and on-time delivery performance.

Demonstrated ability to develop and execute operational strategies aligned with aggressive growth targets, building scalable infrastructure to support commercial expansion and increasing program complexity.

Experience establishing KPIs, dashboards, and data-driven performance management systems to drive accountability, visibility, and continuous improvement.

Strong track record designing and implementing scalable operational systems, identifying capacity constraints, and deploying solutions across process, staffing, capital equipment, automation, and systems.

Ability to translate business development pipelines and revenue forecasts into executable production and operational roadmaps.

Experience leading facility expansions, capital planning initiatives, and operational investment strategies.

Proven expertise establishing and standardizing SOPs, production workflows, procurement processes, inventory controls, and operational governance frameworks that balance structure with agility.

Hands-on experience driving lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to increase throughput, reduce waste, and enhance predictability.

Strong analytical capability with experience leveraging data and metrics to identify inefficiencies and implement measurable performance improvements.

Demonstrated success recruiting, developing, and mentoring high-performing operations leaders and teams, evolving organizational structures to support company growth and increasing complexity.

Ability to build a culture of ownership, accountability, cross-functional collaboration, and entrepreneurial mindset while instituting operational rigor.

Experience leading through organizational change with clarity, decisiveness, and strong executive-level communication skills.

Proven ability to partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Programs, Finance, and Commercial teams to ensure successful customer program execution.

Experience supporting proposal development through capacity modeling, operational costing, risk assessment, and strategic planning.

Ability to serve as a strategic thought partner to executive leadership on growth initiatives, operational investments, scalability planning, and long-term operational strategy.

Required Qualifications

10+ years of progressive operations leadership experience

Experience leading manufacturing operations in aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, or highly regulated environments

Demonstrated success improving operational performance across cost, quality, and delivery metrics

Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning

Experience implementing performance management systems and building KPI-driven cultures

Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage through growth and change

Preferred Qualificiations

Background working in a growing or entrepreneurial organization

Experience scaling operations in a high-growth environment

Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma certification

Experience supporting DoD, aerospace, or government customers

Experience leading ERP implementations or operational system upgrades

Type: Full Time

Business Hours: Core business hours, Monday - Friday

Base Salary Range: $150,000 to $190,000

Base Location: Ontario, CA

Travel: This role will not require travel typically

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Total compensation will also include a comprehensive set of benefits including but not limited to: Company paid employee medical, dental and vision insurance. Retirement plan participation (eligibility required), paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

EXPORT CONTROL REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to US Government export regulations, the applicant must be a (i) US Citizen, (ii) lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (aka green card holder), (iii) protected individual as defined by U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or (iv) eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Canopy A&D is an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment with Canopy A&D is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Operations Director