Vice President Operations - Electronics Manufacturing

Our client, a privately backed electronics manufacturing platform, is being established to deliver a focused alternative to traditional Tier 1 EMS models, combining advanced manufacturing capabilities, controlled‑environment production, and high‑reliability execution within a more agile, specialized operating structure.

Targeting complex, regulated, and mission‑critical applications, the platform is designed to meet and, where appropriate, outperform the standards established by global EMS leaders, particularly in areas where precision, environmental control, traceability, and supply chain security are paramount.

Operating from a fully established 37,000 sq. ft. facility, including a 10,000 sq. ft. cleanroom, the organization is purpose‑built to support high‑mix, high‑complexity PCBA and system‑level assemblies across prototype, NPI, and scalable production.

We are seeking a Vice President of Operations to build and lead the operational execution of a next‑generation manufacturing platform designed for customers who require more than traditional EMS delivery models can provide.

This platform is intentionally positioned to address the gaps often experienced in large‑scale EMS environments, including:

• Greater operational focus on high‑reliability, low‑to‑mid volume, high‑complexity programs, rather than volume‑driven manufacturing models
• Deeper integration between engineering, manufacturing, and customer programs without the constraints of large organizational silos
• Enhanced agility in decision‑making, process implementation, and customer responsiveness
• A purpose‑built infrastructure designed specifically for regulated, mission‑critical applications rather than generalized manufacturing.

For leaders from organizations with a distinct competitive position in the electronics manufacturing segment, this represents an opportunity to apply Tier 1 discipline in a more controlled, higher‑impact, and less diluted operating environment.

The platform delivers a full product realization model, including engineering collaboration and DFX engagement, structured NPI and industrialization processes, advanced PCBA across SMT, high‑density and multi‑layer assemblies, system integration including complex box‑build and electromechanical assembly, and comprehensive test and validation strategies.

Where it differentiates is in its intentional technical focus, including cleanroom‑based manufacturing for contamination‑sensitive and high‑specification assemblies, vacuum soldering processes enabling void‑free interconnects critical to reliability in aerospace and defence applications, advanced environmental containment and controlled material handling systems aligned with stringent regulatory requirements, and infrastructure built to IPC Class 3 and other high‑reliability standards.

The result is a precision‑manufacturing environment designed for zero‑defect expectations rather than throughput optimization alone.

The VP of Operations will build and scale a disciplined, execution‑driven manufacturing organization responsible for day‑to‑day operations, including SMT, controlled‑environment production, system integration, quality systems, and supply chain. This includes;

• establishing best‑in‑class process control, traceability, and compliance frameworks
• driving certifications such as ISO 9001 and the Controlled Goods Program (CGP)
• building a resilient and secure supply chain
• enabling a seamless transition from NPI through production
• developing a high‑performance team capable of delivering complex customer programs.

The role requires balancing technical depth, operational rigour, and hands‑on execution leadership to ensure the platform delivers at a level consistent with larger EMS providers, while maintaining its differentiated positioning.

The platform is aligned with industries where traditional EMS models are often challenged by complexity, regulation, or performance requirements, including aerospace and defence systems, advanced computing and communications, industrial and automation technologies, medical and life sciences devices, and semiconductor…