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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in defining and executing enterprise digital manufacturing strategies, leveraging Industry 4.0 technologies and automation to enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive complex digital transformation initiatives in manufacturing environments.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Digital Manufacturing StrategyIndustry 4.0 TechnologiesManufacturing Execution Systems (MES)Automation EngineeringCross-Functional Collaboration
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Hard Skills
Digital ManufacturingSmart Factory TechnologyAdvanced AnalyticsRoboticsIIoT SystemsData-Enabled OperationsFactory AutomationManufacturing Data FlowsComplex Factory ModernizationDigital Transformation Programs
Soft Skills
Leadership CapabilityStrategic PlanningCommunication SkillsStakeholder ManagementInfluencing Skills
Tools & Technologies
Automation PlatformsData Analytics ToolsCybersecurity SolutionsConnected Manufacturing TechnologiesDigital Technology Solutions
Certifications & Qualifications
DoD Secret Security Clearance
Industry Keywords
ManufacturingAerospaceDefenseHigh-Complexity ManufacturingRegulated Environment
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCyber Security
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Define, lead, and execute the enterprise digital manufacturing strategy
- Drive adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, modern factory automation, and data-enabled operations
- Lead a cross-functional team architecting and deploying scalable digital capabilities, including MES, IIoT, advanced analytics, robotics, automation, connected work, and smart factory technologies
- Develop and own the enterprise digital manufacturing strategy aligned with business goals and transformation roadmaps
- Lead selection, design, and implementation of Industry 4.0 platforms and technologies
- Partner with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Digital Technology to deploy integrated factory solutions
- Build and lead a team of digital manufacturing engineers, product owners, solution architects, and automation specialists
- Drive standardization and scalability across sites
- Oversee the digital factory roadmap, maturity model, and multi-year investment plan
- Lead enterprise-wide smart factory initiatives and deliver improvements in productivity, uptime, cycle time, and cost performance
- Use shopfloor and enterprise data to generate actionable insights and accelerate decision-making
- Partner with cybersecurity on secure, compliant connected-manufacturing deployments
- Pilot new automation and Industry 4.0 capabilities, evaluate ROI, and scale successful solutions
- Provide executive-level communication and reporting on progress and operational impact
- Build relationships with suppliers, technology partners, and integrators
Requirements
What you’ll need- University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 years experience
- Direct experience in Manufacturing
- Advanced business knowledge, general management, and leadership capability
- Extensive experience in digital manufacturing, smart factory technology, automation engineering, or related fields
- Deep understanding of Industry 4.0 concepts, MES platforms, IIoT systems, robotics/automation, advanced analytics, and manufacturing data flows
- Proven leadership experience driving complex factory modernization or digital transformation programs across multiple sites
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and ability to influence senior operations leaders
- Demonstrated ability to lead a technical team in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment
- Strong strategic planning, communication, and stakeholder-management skills
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or other high-complexity manufacturing environments preferred
- U.S. citizenship required
- Active and existing DoD Secret security clearance required after day 1; ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance required
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Flexible work schedules
- Employee assistance program
- Employee Scholar Program
- Parental leave
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available