Executive Vice President of Operations and Program Management

Role Responsibilities:

• Drive operational strategy and establish business rhythms to support the CEO’s 1-, 2- and 5-year vision, with measurable outcomes such as achieving growth milestones, meeting project timelines, and ensuring resource optimization.
• Lead the development and execution of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and reporting processes, targeting specific metrics like budget adherence, productivity improvements, and strategic initiative success rates.
• Collaborate with the senior leadership team to implement strategies, operational playbooks, and procedures, ensuring alignment with key performance indicators (KPIs) such as revenue growth, operational efficiency, and team satisfaction scores.
• Interface with the iSpace Holdings company leadership to drive global efficiencies, foster collaboration, and coordinate the creation of U.S. materials for Board of Directors meetings, ensuring clarity and alignment on priorities.

• Establish a centralized Program Management Office (PMO) and develop processes to drive program success and business scalability.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure effective execution of New Product Introduction programs, including budget approvals and variance reporting.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration to build and maintain dashboards, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and reporting systems to track performance.

• Own and drive the strategic Objectives and Key Results process to align teams and measure progress (We call it our Business Performance Review).
• Manage executive team operations, including facilitating strategic initiatives and organizational priorities.
• Oversee external communications, ensuring consistent and effective messaging that aligns with company goals, challenges, and progress. Lead the communications team, fostering collaboration and alignment with organizational priorities while representing the company’s vision externally.
• Coordinate and create U.S. materials for global Board of Directors meetings, ensuring clarity and alignment on key priorities and challenges.

• Provide leadership to develop talent, address gaps, and ensure robust succession plans for critical functions.
• Analyze internal operations and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability while promoting iSpace’s values and vision.

Key Compentencies:

• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and influence at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity and establish order in rapidly evolving environments.
• Adept at aligning operational processes with strategic priorities to foster innovation and growth.
• Strong communication skills, with experience presenting to Boards of Directors and senior leadership.
• Experience with FAR/DFAR’s and US Government contracting.

Minimum Requirements:

• 15+ years of professional experience with demonstrated leadership in complex, engineering-driven environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or management field (e.g., Engineering, Business, or related disciplines).
• 5+ years of executive leadership experience in high-growth or highly regulated industries.
• Proven track record of managing and scaling operations within complex enterprises, delivering results in highly technical or aerospace environments.
• U.S. citizenship is required (must be eligible to obtain security clearance).

Preferred Attributes:

• Advanced degree (MBA or technical master’s/PhD) is a plus.
• Experience in space, aerospace, defense, or related high-complexity industries preferred.
• Expertise in building centralized PMOs or similar frameworks in scaling organizations.
• Ability to lead with vision and inspire cross-functional teams to achieve ambitious goals.
• Strong skills in data analysis, strategic planning, and performance management.