Director, Business Operations

AeroVironment

Base: $148,000 - $217,875; bonus/equity: not speci...
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15+ years relevant experience
7+ years leadership role
P&l driven business management
** AeroVironment is seeking a Director of Business Operations to lead strategic and operational efforts for its Directed Energy programs. This senior role requires extensive experience in finance, program execution, and cross-functional governance to drive financial outcomes and growth strategies. **

Job Summary

  • The Director serves as the principal operational and strategic partner to the Vice President, Directed Energy, shaping portfolio performance and long-term growth strategy.
  • This role requires driving financial performance, proposal management, and enterprise alignment while providing portfolio-wide visibility into trends and risk posture.
  • The company offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K matching, a 9/80 work schedule, and a paid holiday shutdown.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** AeroVironment is seeking a Director of Business Operations to lead strategic and operational efforts for its Directed Energy programs. This senior role requires extensive experience in finance, program execution, and cross-functional governance to drive financial outcomes and growth strategies. **

Salary

Base: $148,000 - $217,875; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, 9/80 schedule, paid holiday shutdown

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15+ years relevant experience
  • 7+ years leadership role
  • P&L driven business management
  • Annual Operating Plan (AOP) development
  • Executive-level customer engagement
  • Cross-functional program integration

Nice-to-have

  • M&A activity support experience
  • Advanced degree or MBA preferred
  • Strong analytical critical thinking skills
  • Culture of quick adaptation champion
  • Persuasive written and verbal communication

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in finance or engineering required
  • Minimum 15 years of relevant experience
  • Minimum 7 years in a leadership role
  • Demonstrated P&L management experience
  • U.S. person status under ITAR regulations required

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. person (citizen, green card holder, refugee, or asylee) per ITAR

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