Design and Manufacturing Operations Director

Vee Technologies

Design and Manufacturing Operations Director leading client engagement in aerospace and automotive sectors. Managing program delivery and client relationships in a remote setting while based in Seattle, WA.

Posted 4/25/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $130,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the primary lead for clients and programs assigned
Develop client relationships that provide insights and bid opportunities for the organization
Own program coordination from bid to contract award, including delivery and production phases
Develop and manage detailed program schedules aligned to customer milestones
Coordinate cross-functional execution across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain
Ensure all deliverables meet client technical requirements, specifications, and quality
Lead regular program reviews with client stakeholders
Drive proactive risk identification and resolution
Manage contract scope, change orders, and commercial terms
Oversee supplier and sub-tier vendor performance
Support hardware builds, qualification testing, and delivery readiness
Maintain adherence to compliance requirements (ITAR, export controls)

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering
7+ years of program/project management experience in aerospace or manufacturing
Experience working as a supplier/vendor to major aerospace customers
Proven ability managing complex hardware programs
PMP certification
Experience with production ramp and scaling
Ability to travel 40% of the time.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

program managementproject managementhardware buildsqualification testingproduction ramprisk identificationcontract managementschedule managementquality assurancechange order management

Soft Skills

client relationship managementcross-functional coordinationcommunicationleadershipproblem-solvingorganizational skillsstakeholder managementproactive approachnegotiationteam collaboration

Certifications

PMP certification