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VP Operations • Operations • Tampa, FL Description XTEND is seeking a visionary and high-impact VP Operations to spearhead our U.S. operational infrastructure. As we scale our advanced drone solutions for Defense, Law Enforcement, and HLS, you will be responsible for building and optimizing a world-class operational engine. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will own the end-to-end supply chain, production, and back-office functions, ensuring our U.S. site operates with peak efficiency while maintaining seamless alignment with our Global HQ in Israel. Your Mission: • Strategic Oversight: Lead and optimize all U.S. operational pillars, including procurement, logistics, quality assurance, and production. • Global-Local Bridge: Serve as the critical liaison between the U.S. team and Israel-based global functions (Finance, IT, HR), ensuring a unified organizational culture and operational standard. • Operational Strategy: Design and execute strategies that support rapid scaling, cost-efficiency, and rigorous compliance. • P&L & Performance: Drive operational excellence to meet revenue goals and production milestones. What You’ll Do: • Operational Leadership: Provide executive-level leadership, fostering a culture of accountability and coordination between local teams and Global HQ. • Production Excellence: Implement Lean Manufacturing methodologies and continuous process improvements to maximize output and quality. • Supply Chain Management: Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, ensuring a resilient, cost-effective, and scalable supply chain. • Corporate Alignment: Act as the local representative for global Finance, HR, and IT, ensuring all U.S. activities align with XTEND’s global policies and procedures. • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all operations meet stringent local and international regulations (including ITAR/EAR where relevant). Requirements • Experienced Leader: 10+ years of progressive experience in Operations and Supply Chain Management (with at least 5 years in a leadership role). • Manufacturing Expert: Proven track record in leading and optimizing complex manufacturing and logistics operations. • Strategic Problem Solver: A high-level thinker who can navigate complex operational bottlenecks and deliver scalable solutions. • Effective Communicator: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to manage diverse stakeholders across different time zones and cultures. Bonus Points: • Experience in Aerospace, Defense, or complex Hardware manufacturing – Major Plus. • Deep knowledge of U.S. business regulations and government contracting standards. • Expertise in ERP implementation and advanced supply chain optimization tools. Why XTEND? • Impact: Shape the operational future of a company at the forefront of drone technology. • Growth: Lead a strategic production site during a period of massive global expansion. • Innovation: Work with cutting-edge, life-saving technology in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.