⚙️ Director of Operations – Lead High-Impact Shipbuilding Projects ⚙️
Vancouver, WA | On-Site Leadership Role
✔️ Must be a U.S. citizen (due to government contract requirements).
✔️ Must live in or relocate to the Vancouver, WA area —this is an on-site leadership role
Are you ready to lead large-scale shipbuilding operations and drive efficiency in a high-impact, high-visibility role?
Our client, a Tier II shipyard in Vancouver, WA , seeks a Director of Operations to oversee engineering, production, safety, and facilities in a mission-critical shipbuilding environment . This role offers the opportunity to define strategy, improve performance, and lead teams in delivering aluminum vessels for the Department of Defense (DoD).
Why This Opportunity?
✅ Lead with Integrity & Purpose – Oversee production, engineering, and operational excellence in a fast-paced shipyard.
✅ Shape the Future of DoD Shipbuilding – Ensure DoD-compliant aluminum vessels are delivered on time, on cost, and to the highest standards.
✅ High-Impact Leadership – Implement Lean/Six Sigma strategies, workforce efficiency targets, and safety compliance measures.
✅ Drive Operational Success – Manage budgets, facilities, logistics, and team development to optimize shipbuilding operations.
✅ Competitive Compensation & Stability – $156K-$196K salary + comprehensive benefits package & long-term career growth.
What You Need to Qualify:
✔️ Bachelor’s or Master’s in Manufacturing Engineering, Naval Architecture, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
✔️ 15+ years of experience leading maritime engineering, shipbuilding production, or large-scale manufacturing operations .
✔️ Strong expertise in DoD 5000.1/5000.2, ABS Rules, Lean/Six Sigma principles, and Value Engineering (VECP).
✔️ Experience implementing Design to Cost (DTC) targets, ERP systems, and production planning.
✔️ Must live in or relocate to the Vancouver, WA area —an on-site leadership role requiring full-time presence at the shipyard.
This is more than a job—it’s a career-defining leadership opportunity in a company known for pioneering aluminum vessel construction and delivering world-class shipbuilding solutions.
This role is moving quickly—let’s talk today! DM me or call 360-445-0400 (available evenings & weekends).