Head of Manufacturing for the Tactical UAV domain

We are looking for

Elbit Aerospace in Karmiel is looking for a Head of Manufacturing for the Tactical UAV domain

This is an opportunity to take part in a meaningful role at the heart of operational and technological activity, lead teams and processes in an advanced multidisciplinary environment, and influence the manufacturing and development of innovative platforms in a leading and evolving defense organization

If people leadership, operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement are part of your DNA — we would love to meet you

In this role you will

Lead the tactical UAV manufacturing domain at the Karmiel site while driving work plans and meeting production and delivery targets

Take full responsibility for the human capital within the department, including onboarding, mentoring, training, employee development, evaluation, and feedback

Manage and lead teams and professional interfaces in a matrix organizational structure

Be responsible for budget execution, cost management, and promotion of engineering solutions

Lead quality forums and promote operational excellence

Implement advanced technologies, Industry 4.0 methodologies, and AI tools within the manufacturing environment

Lead change management, efficiency improvement, and continuous improvement processes

Requirements

Practical Engineer diploma in Electronics or relevant education

B.Sc. degree in Engineering - Advantage

Experience in manufacturing and systems integration

At least 2 years of significant managerial experience

Good English proficiency

Experience leading change and improvement processes in a manufacturing environment - Advantage

Strong interpersonal skills, creative thinking, and system-level perspective

Initiative, personal accountability, high motivation, and strong service orientation

Ability to lead work plans and meet delivery targets in a dynamic and high-pressure environment

Only relevant applications will be answered*

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