Operations Manager (DER Or AR)

Job Title: Engineering Operations Manager

SUMMARY OF POSITION

We have an immediate opening for an Engineering Operations Manager to provide direction and mentorship to the engineering activities of the organization with the objective of maximizing growth and profitability.

The Engineering Operations Manager will direct, coordinate, and report on the operation of engineering activities for new and existing products. This position requires exceptional technical communication skills with engineering staff and the ability to collaborate effectively with all departments, customers, and vendors. The role reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and is responsible for ensuring the Engineering Department meets operational objectives related to efficiency, cost, and schedule.

This position will require travel to support company or customer requirements, which may include installation, training, and testing worldwide.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management

• Direct, coordinate, and report on the operation of engineering activities.
• Ensure formal processes are implemented and maintained to support product development in alignment with operational objectives.
• Implement and audit policies, procedures, protocols, and controls for the engineering department (e.g., process flow, time tracking, and task progress audits).
• Support management in developing plans and coordinating programs.
• Assess risks and plan mitigations associated with all engineering deliverables for ongoing programs.

Supervision

• Review and approve time spent by staff on tasks, making adjustments to assignments or scope as needed to maintain project and budget objectives.
• Provide direction, motivation, and guidance to staff, acting as both manager and mentor.
• Offer operational leadership and mentorship to engineering staff to maximize growth and profitability.
• Resolve schedule and/or budgeting conflicts with engineering team leads and program management.

Resource Management

• Support recruitment efforts by defining technical requirements and screening candidates.
• Verify that vendor and third-party contracts meet organizational needs.

Reporting

• Report directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
• Audit and report on the Engineering Department’s performance in achieving operational objectives.
• Audit and report on the quality of engineering deliverables.
• Communicate professionally across all channels, including in-person, phone, email, and digital media.

Administration

• Develop departmental budget for management approval in consultation with the Chief Engineer.
• Assist in hiring staff to meet scheduled commitments.
• Support the CEO in personnel administration and coordination of engineering teams to achieve company goals.
• Assist Business Development in preparing bids, proposals, and resource estimates for new projects.
• Ensure intellectual property rights are maintained and protected in all interactions with customers, vendors, and external agencies.
• Ensure ITAR compliance and maintain tracking procedures.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent credentials.
• 15–25 years of direct engineering experience in the aerospace industry, including project ownership and personnel supervision.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing team expenses within a budget and tasks within a schedule.
• Ability to perform and train personnel in detailed engineering project management methods, including planning, work breakdowns, budgeting, scheduling, and performance tracking.
• Experience establishing contractual relationships with customers, vendors, and third parties.
• Familiarity with ERP and project tracking software such as Oracle Primavera and/or Atlassian JIRA.
• Experience with PDM software such as SolidWorks EPDM and/or Autodesk Vault.
• Ability to evaluate detailed 3D designs, CAD drawings, and related documents.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple demands efficiently.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Proficiency in technical report writing, fluent in English (spoken and written), and skilled in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Teams.
• Experience working with government regulatory bodies such as the U.S. Department of Defense or FAA regarding aircraft design, analysis, and compliance.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience maintaining control over data related to intellectual property rights and ITAR/CG regulations.
• Experience with fabrication and machining of metallic components, polymers, adhesives, structural fasteners, and composites (fiberglass/carbon/sandwich).
• Experience with design work from conceptual stages through full 3D modeling, FEA analysis, hand calculations, and manufacturing.
• Experience with functional and structural testing of aerospace flight hardware.
• Familiarity with structural analysis methods, including hand calculations using resources such as MMPDS, Bruhn, and Roark.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brooksville, FL.

The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $160000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Brooksville,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 6, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $140,000 - $160,000