Vice President, Operational Programs

About the role

The Vice President, Operational Programs is responsible for driving coordination, alignment, and execution of all operational program activities across U.S. Redwire Defense Tech sites. This role serves as a strategic integrator who identifies cross-site operational gaps, removes barriers, and ensures programs receive the support, resources, and cross-functional collaboration needed for successful delivery. The VP of Operational Programs enhances execution efficiency, strengthens communication pathways, and ensures seamless operational performance across facilities. This leader drives operational cohesion, leads cross-functional problem solving, and ensures programs have the operational support, resources, and coordination needed for success. The VP of Operational Programs ensures the right people, processes, and priorities are aligned across sites to support major production programs, new product introductions, and critical customer commitments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all operational aspects of programs across U.S. facilities, ensuring unified execution and cross-site alignment by working closely with the Programs office and the site VP/GMs.
• Serve as the connective tissue between General Managers, Program Directors, supply chain, manufacturing engineering, and executive leadership.
• Align site readiness, capacity planning, production schedules, and resource allocation for