VP of Operations
About the role
This is a unique opportunity to join a high-growth, venture-backed organization at a pivotal stage and help bring groundbreaking hardware technology from development into safe, reliable, real-world operation.
Why join us?
You'll join a rapidly growing company at the forefront of advanced reactor technology, playing a critical leadership role as we transition from development into deployment. Rather than inheriting established processes, you'll help create them, shaping operational strategy, building high-performing teams, and directly influencing how a first-of-its-kind technology is brought to market.
Job Details
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
Facility Development & Commissioning
Team Leadership
Safety & Compliance
Executive & External Engagement
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline.
8-15 years of progressive leadership experience within hardware, industrial, manufacturing, energy, aerospace, defense, semiconductor, robotics, automation, or similarly complex technical environments.
Experience leading operations for a manufacturing facility, industrial site, testing facility, pilot plant, or technology deployment organization.
Proven success building teams, processes, and operational infrastructure in a fast-paced growth environment.
Strong leadership skills with experience managing technical and cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, startup-style environments.
Experience implementing safety, quality, and operational excellence programs.
Preferred
Experience supporting first-of-a-kind technologies, advanced energy systems, or emerging industrial products.
Background in facility startup, commissioning, operational readiness, or new site launches.
Experience working with government agencies, regulated environments, or highly safety-sensitive operations.
Familiarity with energy generation, defense, aerospace, semiconductor manufacturing, or similar industries.
MBA or advanced technical degree.