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Lead Talent Partner - Talent Development / Branding and Executives hiring for Curtiss-Wright globally!

Curtiss-Wright is seeking a highly experienced Global Operations Leader to oversee and drive excellence within our Defense Electronics segment across Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Planning and New Product Introduction functions This Leadership role is pivotal to ensuring the integrity, efficiency, and compliance of our mission-critical manufacturing and delivery processes on a global scale.LOCATION: Remote/HybridBenefitsWe Take Care of Our PeoplePaid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *Your ChallengeReporting to the SVP/GM of Defense Solutions, you will have the opportunity to take on a high-impact, mission-critical role with the opportunity to shape the operational backbone of a global leader in the Aerospace & Defense industry. You'll be part of a team driving innovation, ensuring national security, and delivering critical technologies with excellence and integrity.Key ResponsibilitiesGlobal Operations Management

• Build and lead a high-performing global operations team, within a matrix structure of business units, with a focus on technical excellence, accountability, and continuous development.
• Lead global production, logistics, and facility operations to ensure delivery of complex aerospace and defense systems on time, within budget, and to spec.
• Drive operational strategies that align with program execution and customer requirements, including government and military contracts.
• Champion a culture of integrity, safety, compliance, and innovation.

Supply Chain & Procurement

• Direct global supply chain activities including strategic sourcing, supplier risk management, logistics, and lifecycle sustainment planning.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships with a focus on long-term partnerships, resilience, cost containment, and technology readiness.

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards such as AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR, and DFARS.
• Lead and oversee quality management systems to maintain product reliability and customer trust.
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis tools.

New Product Introduction

• Develop and implement scalable manufacturing strategies to support rapid and successful ramp-up of new products across global sites
• Partner closely with R&D, engineering, supply chain, quality, and regional operations teams to ensure seamless product transitions from development to volume production.
• Manage risk assessment and mitigation plans related to NPI, including supply chain constraints, capacity planning, and quality controls

Cross-Functional & Program Alignment

• Partner with engineering, program management, contracts, and finance teams to ensure alignment of operational capabilities with customer and program needs.
• Support the capture and execution of new business by contributing to proposal development, capacity planning, and capability presentations.

Performance & Risk Management

• Define and manage KPIs related to quality, delivery, cost, compliance, and efficiency.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks, including geopolitical, cybersecurity, and supply chain disruptions.

What You BringOur ideal candidate will have deep expertise in regulated environments and a strong track record of leading operations in complex, mission-critical portfolios.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field (Master's degree or MBA preferred).
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in global operations within the Aerospace & Defense industry.
• Understanding of defense acquisition frameworks and export compliance (e.g., ITAR, EAR).
• Proven track record in managing complex supply chains, regulated production environments, and large-scale transformation initiatives.
• Experience in ERP and business systems integration (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Deltek Costpoint, Teamcenter).
• Strong familiarity with FAA, DoD, NASA, or other regulatory agency standards and expectations.
• Security clearance (or ability to obtain) may be required depending on business unit focus.

Preferred Certifications

• PMP or Program Management credentials
• APICS CPIM/CSCP
• Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

Who We AreOur ValuesEnvironmental, Social and GovernanceAt Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions, we have a long and rich history as the trusted, proven leader in rugged, reliable, and secure solutions for the defense and commercial aerospace industries. Our employees are the foundation of that success. To learn more, please visit us: No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.Compliance StatementThis position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information.If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelDirector

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionBusiness Development and Sales
• IndustriesDefense and Space Manufacturing

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