Location: Doha
Job Type:
Permanent
Closing Date:
2025-10-15
About vacancy
mselect is looking to hire a Manufacturing Director for an Aerospace & Defense manufacturing client in Doha, Qatar. Candidates must have a minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing leadership, with at least 10 years specifically within the defense industry.
Job Purpose
The organization is seeking an accomplished and strategic Manufacturing Director to lead and oversee all manufacturing operations for advanced defense products. This pivotal role requires a leader with a proven background in armaments production, exceptional supply chain expertise, and an in-depth understanding of the global defense landscape. The Manufacturing Director will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and security throughout the end-to-end manufacturing process.
Key Responsibilities
Requirements
*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.
Job Purpose
The organization is seeking an accomplished and strategic Manufacturing Director to lead and oversee all manufacturing operations for advanced defense products. This pivotal role requires a leader with a proven background in armaments production, exceptional supply chain expertise, and an in-depth understanding of the global defense landscape. The Manufacturing Director will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and security throughout the end-to-end manufacturing process.
Key Responsibilities
- Operational Leadership: Direct and manage the entire manufacturing lifecycle for defense products, including arms, ammunition, and precision systems (e.g. unmanned aerial vehicles/drones)
- Supply Chain Management: Oversee the end-to-end defense supply chain, from strategic sourcing of raw materials to final product delivery, ensuring resilience, security, and compliance with stringent international standards
- Production Excellence: Drive manufacturing excellence by implementing world-class processes, Lean principles, and advanced technologies to optimize productivity, reduce costs, and ensure impeccable quality control
- Supplier & Market Intelligence: Manage relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers
- Maintain a deep understanding of competitor activities, market dynamics, and emerging technologies within the global defense sector
- Compliance & Security: Ensure all manufacturing activities and supply chain logistics adhere to the highest levels of regulatory compliance, national security protocols, and ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) equivalent standards
- Budget & Strategy: Develop and manage the manufacturing budget, forecast operational needs, and contribute to the long-term strategic growth of the division
- Team Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of engineers, production managers, and technical staff
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field; A Master’s degree is highly preferred
- Minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing leadership, with at least 10 years specifically within the defense industry
- Must-have expertise in manufacturing Arms, Ammunition, and/or Precision defense products (e.g. drones, guided systems, electronic warfare)
- Proven mastery of managing a complex, end-to-end defense supply chain
- Demonstrated knowledge of the global defense market, including key Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers and competitors
- Strong preference for candidates with experience in Asian or Eastern European defense markets
- Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and strategic planning skills
*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.
