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About PacSci

PacSci is a trusted leader in ordnance and energetic solutions, with over 70 years of innovation supporting aerospace, defense, space, and critical safety applications worldwide. Headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, with additional operations in Hollister, California, our legacy is built on precision, reliability, and a culture of continuous improvement. As part of Ralliant, we combine the stability of a proven industry leader with a growth mindset, fostering innovation, inclusion, and opportunities to advance. We empower our teams to deliver with excellence, ensuring mission success for our customers around the globe.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Head of Operations to lead PacSci’s Chandler, Arizona manufacturing site. This executive will oversee a $100M+ multi-functional operation and a team of 200+, ensuring flawless daily execution while driving long-term operational transformation.

The Head of Operations will be a visible Gemba leader and champion of the Ralliant Business System (RBS)/Lean culture. Accountable for performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC), this leader will also prioritize people development by building organizational capability, cultivating a high-performance culture, and positioning PacSci’s Chandler operations for sustainable growth and continued impact in the aerospace and defense industries.

Key Responsibilities

+ Site Operations Leadership – Lead all aspects of Chandler operations, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy, customer commitments, and regulatory requirements.

+ Operational Excellence – Drive continuous improvement in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) through disciplined daily and visual management.

+ Strategic Transformation – Define and execute a site operations roadmap to modernize manufacturing systems, processes, and technologies, balancing immediate performance with long-term scalability.

+ Lean Leadership – Serve as a champion of RBS/Lean, embedding standard work, problem-solving, and Kaizen-driven culture throughout the site.

+ Cross-Functional Partnership – Collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, and Product Management to enable seamless product lifecycle execution from design to full-scale production.

+ Financial Stewardship – Manage site-level P&L, budgets, and capital investment planning; lead cost optimization and productivity initiatives.

+ People Leadership – Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing leadership team (including Focused Factory Managers), drive succession planning, and foster a culture of accountability, inclusion, and engagement.

+ Change Management & Growth Enablement – Lead change initiatives that enhance agility, integrate new capabilities, and enable expansion in aerospace/defense and adjacent industries.

+ Executive Representation – Serve as a key member of the site leadership team, representing operations in enterprise-level discussions and contributing to broader business decision-making.

Qualifications

+ 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing/operations, with at least 10 years in plant leadership.

+ Demonstrated success managing high-mix, low-volume, high-complexity operations, preferably in aerospace/defense or adjacent industries.

+ Deep expertise in Lean Manufacturing/RBS, Six Sigma, or Toyota Production System methodologies.

+ Strong financial acumen with proven P&L and capital budget management experience.

+ Experience leading operational transformation and turnaround in complex, legacy environments.

+ Excellent communication and relationship-building skills; able to influence and inspire at all levels.

+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

+ Ordnance experience strongly preferred.

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Ralliant Corporation Overview

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we’re building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [email protected].

About PacSci EMC

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a Ralliant Corporation (NYSE: FTV) operating company, makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery, we provide leading-edge energetic materials, devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California, our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First, Quality Every TimeTM. We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis, impacting the lives of military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial airline pilots, astronauts, and oil field operators. For nearly a century, PacSci EMC’s experience and expertise has been relied upon in the times When Milliseconds MatterTM. For more information, go to www.psemc.com.PacSci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. Nonetheless, pursuant to our subcontractor status on highly sensitive national security matters, Mechanical Assemblers and all other floor personnel who frequently shift cell assignments, as well as any personnel directly working with the following contract are subject to the following contractual provision: THAAD PRIME Flowdowns (H-Clauses) H-42 FOREIGN PERSONS, paragraph D., “All employees of all entities that make up the Contractor’s team, whether subcontractors, consultants, or anyone who works with or on behalf of the Contractor will be citizens of the U.S.” Accordingly, only U.S. citizens will be qualified to fill these roles. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. We all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It’s how we achieve more together — for each other, for our customers, and for the world. https://www.Ralliant.com/inclusion-diversity

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [email protected].

Bonus or Equity

This position is also eligible for bonus and equity as part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 139,300.00 - 258,700.00

Is this role subject to ITAR?

The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations. While the company encourages all interested applicants to apply, please be aware that ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.