VP, General Manager – Defense Manufacturing

Curtiss-Wright Corporation

VP/General Manager leading defense manufacturing and naval technology at Curtiss-Wright. Responsible for strategic initiatives, operational controls, and customer satisfaction.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeMississauga • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $275,000 - $325,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in managing business operations within the defense industry, focusing on revenue growth, customer satisfaction, and talent development. Proficient in strategic planning, operational controls, and compliance with industry regulations.

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Defense Industry ExperienceBusiness ManagementOperational ControlsCustomer Relationship ManagementRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Business DevelopmentManufacturing Operations ManagementSupply Chain ManagementFinancial Target AchievementProcess Control Knowledge

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationProblem SolvingCoaching

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or BusinessAdvanced Degree in Business Management or Marketing

Industry Keywords

Process IndustryLow Cost EconomyASMEISO 9000APIPEDCSACSQLMachiningAssembly & Test

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the business behind mission-critical naval technology
Work effectively across all functional lines and be a team player who can motivate others
Provide leadership and vision to Indal and manage its business operations
Ensure proper operational controls, procedures, and systems are in place
Accountable for performance objectives including revenue growth, profitability, customer satisfaction, and talent development
Direct strategic and operational initiatives to effectively grow the business
Familiarize with the Business Unit, its activities, customers, and strategies
Identify and engage in key business development activities
Support Applications and R&D engineering activities
Develop and maintain relationships with customers, sales representatives, and third-party providers
Ensure compliance with company standards for revenues, efficiencies, and quality

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business (or equivalent)
An advanced educational degree in Business Management, Marketing, or the equivalent is preferred
A minimum of 10 - 12 years of direct defense industry experience in managing business functions
Understanding of the Process Industry market drivers
Solid understanding of running a complex multi-product and multi-value stream business
Ability to manage and negotiate with an international large supply chain
Experience in acquisition integration is a strong advantage
Exposure to International business and managing a multi-national operational company
Direct experience managing manufacturing operations plus a Sales and Marketing background
Ability to improve working capital position (Inventory, Receivables and Payables)
Solid understanding of operating within Low Cost Economy supply countries, specifically China
Proficient with Regulatory bodies that govern the process control industry: ASME, ISO 9000, API, PED, CSA, CSQL
Conversant with the processes, equipment, and safety issues related to Machining, Assembly & Test environment
Growth-minded and learning oriented
Track record of producing results, meeting financial targets, and leading product development
A career demonstrating increased responsibility and acknowledged as a leader in best practice management
Entrepreneurial and innovative spirit and sense of urgency
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to build and develop effective working relationships
Strong collaboration and partnership skills with experience working across business groups with the ability to listen, solve complex problems, and deal with ambiguity
Able to articulate a vision and prudent risk taker
Proven ability to develop and implement new strategies in a competitive business environment
Ability to attract, recruit, retain, and develop talent – both as individuals and teams with a strong coaching ability
Recognize that Safety and Customer Service are high priority responsibilities.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Opportunity for short and long-term incentives