Vice President of Operations

Company Overview

Aero Products Company (APC) is an aerospace parts manufacturer located in Los Angeles, California. APC was founded in 1973 and has continued to serve the aerospace industry for over 50 years. Our expertise lies in our ability to manufacture a wide variety of products that incorporate materials such as fabrics, metals, plastics, composites, rubbers, and more. APC supplies products for a variety of industrial and commercial customers and continues to supply quality parts to allies around the world. We hold our products to the highest quality standards in the industry and maintain AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 certifications.

Position Overview

The Vice President of Operations is a key executive leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and operational strategy. This role operates at the intersection of executive decision-making and hands-on operational leadership in a highly technical, manufacturing engineering–driven environment.

The ideal candidate brings a balance of strategic vision and practical execution, with the ability to make high-stakes decisions that impact production efficiency, compliance, quality, and long-term business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily operations across manufacturing, engineering, quality, and supply chain functions
• Drive executive-level decision-making related to production strategy, capacity planning, capital investments, and operational risk
• Partner with engineering teams to ensure manufacturability, process optimization, and continuous improvement across complex aerospace components
• Establish and execute operational strategies aligned with company growth objectives and defense industry requirements
• Ensure compliance with all applicable aerospace, defense, and regulatory standards (e.g., AS9100)
• Develop and manage KPIs to monitor performance, efficiency, quality, and delivery timelines
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing cross-functional team in a technically demanding environment
• Collaborate with executive leadership on long-term planning, forecasting, and organizational development
• Identify and implement process improvements and cost-saving initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field (MBA preferred)
• 3+ years of leadership experience in aerospace, defense, or  manufacturing environments (preferred)
• Strong background in manufacturing engineering, including familiarity with machining, fabrication, and assembly of precision components
• Proven experience making executive-level decisions in high-complexity, high-accountability environments
• Cursory understanding of aerospace quality standards and regulatory compliance requirements
• Demonstrated ability to scale operations while maintaining quality and efficiency
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with military, governemnt contracting, or defense-related programs is highly preferred