Director Operations (all genders)

Drive the strategic development and operational management of the project delivery and service organization in alignment with the company strategy and Ambition 2030

• Hold end-to-end accountability for the successful execution of integration projects and programs, ensuring delivery excellence in terms of quality, cost, schedule, and resource management.
• Lead, develop, and continuously enhance the delivery and service organization, ensuring a high-performing, scalable, and customer-focused operating model
• Drive transformation and operational excellence initiatives to continuously improve processes, methodologies, and governance structures
• Establish, monitor, and optimize key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure transparency, operational efficiency, and sustainable business success
• Foster a high-performance, collaborative culture while supporting the development of leaders and employees across the organization
• Identify, assess, and manage strategic risks, ensuring regular reporting and recommendations to executive management
• Actively contribute as a member of the executive leadership team and support strategic decision-making across the organization

Successfully completed university degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, or a comparable discipline; additional management qualifications (e.g., MBA) are considered an advantage.

• Several years of leadership experience in a comparable operations, delivery, or senior management role.
• Proven track record in leading complex international project and service organizations, including the successful execution of large-scale transformation programs.
• Industry experience in aviation, defense, software, or information technology is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in building and developing scalable delivery and service organizations, as well as designing efficient processes and operational excellence initiatives.
• Strong strategic and entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on scalability, sustainable growth, and operational excellence.
• Authentic and inspiring leader with a strong execution focus, a proactive “can-do” attitude, and a willingness to support teams pragmatically and hands-on, even in challenging situations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to successfully develop people, teams, and organizations.

Our Offer

• Flexible, family friendly working hours
• Lively, open culture
• Permanent employment contracts
• International career opportunities
• Company gym
• Offices with max. 4 people
• Rooftop terrace
• Free beverages Corporate events Easy access to public transport Home Office

Your individual salary is based on your professional experience and qualifications and is part of our attractive total package.