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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 across the United States. 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 defense, aerospace, and commercial partners nationwide.

Position Summary

We are seeking a General Manager to lead PacSci’s Chandler, Arizona site—one of our flagship U.S.-based manufacturing and engineering operations supporting mission-critical aerospace and defense programs. This executive will oversee a complex, multi-functional organization with full responsibility for site-level Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC), as well as customer success, cultural health, financial stewardship, and long-term strategy.

The General Manager will be a visible Gemba leader and a champion of the Ralliant Business System (RBS)/Lean culture. Beyond operational rigor, the most critical capability for this role is exceptional people leadership—building a strong leadership team, fostering a culture of ownership and accountability, and elevating organizational capability. This leader will set and drive site strategy, lead operational and cultural transformation, and position the Chandler site for continued growth and impact within the U.S. aerospace and defense industry.

Key Responsibilities

+ Lead all aspects of the Chandler site, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy, customer commitments, and regulatory requirements.

+ Drive daily performance across Safety, EHS, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) using disciplined daily management and visual controls.

+ Develop and execute a multi-year site strategy to strengthen capabilities, modernize manufacturing systems, and support future demand.

+ Champion RBS/Lean by embedding standard work, structured problem-solving, Kaizen, and continuous improvement practices across the site.

+ Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, HR, and Product teams to ensure seamless execution from design through production and delivery.

+ Manage the site-level P&L, budgeting, labor strategy, and capital planning; drive productivity and cost optimization initiatives.

+ Build trusted relationships with aerospace, defense, and government customers, ensuring flawless program execution and proactive risk management.

+ Build, develop, and retain a high-performing leadership team; drive coaching, succession planning, and a culture of inclusion, accountability, and engagement.

+ Lead change initiatives that strengthen agility, integrate new capabilities, and support expansion into adjacent aerospace and defense opportunities.

+ Represent the Chandler site in enterprise-level discussions and contribute to broader PacSci and Ralliant strategy and decision-making.

Qualifications

+ 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in aerospace, defense, energetics, or high-reliability manufacturing, with significant experience running a major site, plant, or operations organization.

+ Demonstrated success leading high-mix, low-volume, high-complexity operations within regulated U.S. industries.

+ Proven strength as a people leader with experience building strong teams and leading cultural transformation.

+ Deep expertise in Lean/RBS, continuous improvement, or equivalent operating systems.

+ Strong financial acumen with direct P&L ownership, cost management, and capital investment experience.

+ Experience leading transformation or turnaround within a legacy or mature operations environment.

+ Exceptional communication, influence, and relationship-building skills across all levels of an organization and with key customers.

+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree 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: RAL) 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 208,300.00 - 386,800.00