Description
DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing photonic engine technology for government and commercial markets, including defense and security, quantum information sciences, life sciences, and industrial process control. As a laser technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company. Daylight laser solutions span the full spectrum from UV to visible to NIR to mid-IR.
At DRS Daylight Solutions, you will be eligible for competitive pay, great benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, 9/80 work schedule, and Tuition Assistance. Our Daylight family-oriented culture allows you to receive hands-on training, professional development, career advancement and exposure to the latest and greatest technology, where our motto is "To protect with Light". Come join the family!
Job Summary
The Site Lead Director oversees all operations at the Madison QCL semiconductor and manufacturing site, ensuring excellence in engineering, manufacturing, EHS, supply chain, and local staff functions including program finance, HR, and security. This role provides hands-on leadership to deliver on-site performance goals while aligning with business unit and corporate strategy.
Job Responsibilities
• Lead all site operations, ensuring performance in employee engagement, quality, safety, delivery and cost.
• Direct engineering, manufacturing, and technical operations to drive innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee EHS compliance and foster a proactive safety culture focused on prevention and accountability.
• Manage supply chain, procurement, and materials to support production continuity and cost effectiveness.
• Drive program management and execution to meet project scope, schedule, and budget goals.
• Partner with business unit teams in finance, HR, and security to maintain compliance, talent development, and site readiness.
• Manage site budgets, forecasts, and capital projects to ensure operational sustainability.
• Build and maintain a cohesive, high-performing team and a culture of transparency, collaboration, and integrity.
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, core values and culture of the organization.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical or Optical) required; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership in semiconductor or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, and support functions.
• Strong strategic, financial, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence across levels.
• Demonstrated success building culture, driving performance, and managing change in a dynamic environment.
• This is an onsite position located in Madison, WI. This position is not eligible for hybrid or remote work arrangements.
U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD Secret-level security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LI-SF1 #INDDAY
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