Director of Operations

Job Description:

About Actuation Rockford
As part of the GBU Actuation within Safran Electronics & Defense, our Rockford site designs, manufactures, and supports advanced flight control systems for major aerospace programs. Recently integrated into the Safran Group, Rockford is in a key phase of transformation to achieve operational excellence and full autonomy within a demanding international context.

Role Overview
We are seeking a senior and autonomous Director of Operations. Reporting directly to the General Manager of the Rockford entity, you will drive operational performance, manage supplier relationships, and build a high-performance Operations organization aligned with Safrans standards. This permanent position offers a unique opportunity to shape and lead the operational future of a strategic Safran site.

Job Requirements:

Main Missions
1. Operational Performance & Supplier Management
•\tLead all operational activities within the site's scope: supply chain management (planning, logistics, inventory), procurement, and performance of suppliers.
•\tManage the performance of main supplier and partner for OE and for afterspanet activity
•\tImplement structured routines, robust daily management, and performance recovery plans to meet program objectives in quality, cost, and delivery.
•\tBuild and nurture trust-based, performance-oriented relationships with key suppliers essential to the success of the site.
2. Industrial Transfer Projects
•\tIn a subsequent phase, oversee the planning and secure execution of industrial transfer projects for products currently manufactured externally, to Safran sites.
•\tEnsure the implementation of effective buffers, risk management strategies, and transparent communication with customers and internal stakeholders to protect operational performance and ensure continuity.
3. Building an Operations Organization
•\tDefine, strategy, structure, and deploy the target Operations organization for the Rockford site, covering all activities within your perimeter.
•\tRecruit, develop, and coach a team focused on operational excellence, autonomy, and capability to drive performance within Safran's global standards.
•\tEstablish clear KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives to embed a culture of accountability, agility, and high standards.

Profile Sought
•\tSenior manager with recognized success in Operations management, including experience in manufacturing, assembly, industrial methods, and supply chain.
- 10 plus Years of Experience in related field.
•\tDemonstrated experience in supplier relationship management and performance improvement in an international, industrial context.
•\tIn-depth understanding of the aerospace industry, its processes, and its high standards.
•\tProven ability to build, motivate, and develop high-performing teams; strong leadership and people development skills.
•\tCapable of building trusted relationships with both customers and suppliers, and representing the company's interests effectively.
•\tMethodical, structured, and data-driven approach—essential for successful supply chain and operations management.
•\tStrong communication and negotiation skills; fluency in English required, French is a plus.

Travel Specificity:
Potential travel between SED Sites- up to 25%.

Job Ident #: 170002

Company Details

Safran

2, Boulevard du General Martial Valin
Paris, Ile-De-France France, International 75724 International
www.safran-group.com

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Job Info

Location

Rockford, Illinois, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Safran

2, Boulevard du General Martial Valin
Paris, Ile-De-France France, International 75724 International
www.safran-group.com