JETCOOL Technologies is seeking a driven VP of Operations to lead the product and hardware operations including purchasing, fabrication, assembly, quality, and shipping & receiving. Successful candidates will possess both the tactical ability to execute and the ability for big picture thinking. Strong preference will be given to those with a proven track record of hardware development and deployment with strong leadership skills and the ability to create an environment that promotes teamwork.

JETCOOL Technologies is a fast-moving startup, and MIT-spinoff, producing game-changing cooling solutions for aerospace, electric vehicles, and data centers. Join us to be part of some of today’s fastest growing industries, while having a positive impact on society through technology.

Responsibilities

Oversee fabrication, assembly, quality, purchasing, and shipping & receiving with hands-on leadership and guidance
Identifies, recommends, and implements new processes, technologies, and systems to improve and streamline organizational processes and use of resources and materials.
Troubleshoots product and/or production failures and sets corrective actions and plans.
Ensures implementation of efficient operations and cost-effective systems to meet current and future needs of the organization.
Collaborates with senior leadership to establish, implement, and communicate the strategic direction of the organizations operations division.
Collaborates with other departments to carry out the organization’s goals and objectives.
Ensures that departmental decisions and project plans such as those for staffing, development, organization, material efficiency, hardware acquisitions, and facilities are in line with the organizations business plan and vision.
Communicates and implements operations-related policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent support and execution.
Reviews and approves cost-control reports, cost estimates, and staffing requirements for projects.

Requirements

B.S. required, advanced degree in a business-related field preferred
7 or more years of experience with hardware manufacturing and complex operations
Exhibits deep understanding and command of each element of the product sourcing, manufacturing, assembly, quality verification, and delivery process
Able to engage with executive stakeholders, including board members and peers at other companies
Data driven with the ability to master complex technical and hardware problems
Excellent project management skills with a proven ability to design and implement strategy that drives business results
Ability to quickly move from high level conversations into detailed operational discussions to drive business execution
U.S. Citizenship is required

Bonus Points!

Two or more years of experience in an operational leadership position
Prior experience in electronics or a hardware industry

Why work at jetcool?

At JETCOOL, we’re producing game-changing cooling solutions for aerospace, electric vehicles, and data centers. Be part of a small team playing an important role in some of today’s fastest growing industries, while having a positive impact on climate change through technology. Some other benefits of being part of our team:

Be an early employee, with a huge impact on the company
Solve real thermal problems on the forefront of new technology
Opportunity to participate in Boston innovation events / community
Direct mentorship by the senior leadership team
Free snacks, coffee, tea, and hot chocolate!
On-site gym/showers, ping pong. and foosball
Less than a 10-minute walk from commuter rail train station
Free parking is always available

This full-time position is based out of our Littleton, MA offices. The position may require travel (<10%) to customers and conferences predominantly within the United States, subject to developments in the COVID-19 pandemic. JETCOOL Technologies Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please send a resume and brief description of your interests to careers[at]jetcool.com to begin the application process.

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