Chief Operating Officer (Defense Industry)

Chief Operating Officer (Defense Industry) at Premier Staffing Solution Chief Operating Officer (Defense Industry) at Premier Staffing Solution in Winter Park, Florida Posted in 7 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

We're partnering with an innovative organization in the aerospace & defense / advanced simulation space to identify a strategic and execution-focused Chief Operating Officer (COO) . This executive will play a critical role in scaling operations, driving program delivery, and building a high-performance organization across engineering, manufacturing, and customer programs.

What You'll Do:

• Lead day-to-day operations across engineering, manufacturing, program management, supply chain, and quality
• Drive operational excellence, scalability, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of complex, engineered systems
• Partner with executive leadership to improve margins, forecasting, and performance metrics
• Strengthen supply chain operations and manufacturing efficiency in a high-mix environment
• Build and develop high-performing teams while fostering cross-functional collaboration
• Serve as a key executive interface for customers and strategic partners

What We're Looking For:

• 15+ years of leadership experience in aerospace, defense, or complex engineered systems
• Proven success in a senior operations role (COO, VP of Operations, or similar)
• Strong background in program execution, supply chain, and manufacturing operations
• Experience in regulated environments (e.g., ISO, AS9100, FAA, DoD)
• A hands-on, data-driven leader with a strong bias for execution

Why This Role:

This is a high-impact opportunity to shape operations, improve delivery performance, and help scale a growing, technology-driven organization