The Director of Operations – Turbine Systems** is responsible for the end-to-end execution of manufacturing, assembly, installation, and commissioning of gas and steam turbine systems used in marine propulsion and onboard power generation. This role ensures operational excellence across all phases of turbine system delivery—from OEM production or refurbishment to shipyard installation—while upholding schedule, cost, quality, and compliance targets.
Oversee all operational aspects of marine turbine system production, including component manufacturing, system assembly, testing, packaging, and shipping.
Lead cross-functional teams to manage installation, alignment, and commissioning of gas/steam turbines in shipyard or retrofit settings.
Develop and execute production schedules and capacity planning to meet project timelines across naval and commercial platforms.
Ensure compliance with ABS, DNV, MIL-SPEC, ISO, and OEM standards related to quality, documentation, and safety.
Monitor and optimize shop floor operations, including machining, rotor balancing, casing assembly, auxiliary integration, and FAT procedures.
Oversee execution of welding, NDT, pressure testing, and vibration diagnostics during system assembly and installation.
Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement programs to increase operational efficiency and reduce rework.
Lead coordination between engineering, procurement, quality, and logistics for smooth execution of large-scale turbine programs.
Direct root cause analysis and corrective actions for mechanical failures, misalignments, or test non-conformities.
Represent the operations function in executive reviews, customer audits, and regulatory inspections.
Ensure workforce readiness through skill development, tooling investments, and adherence to safety protocols.
End-to-End Operations Execution
– From OEM fabrication to final integration aboard ships or platforms.
Project Delivery and Field Readiness
– Coordinating factory operations with shipyard timelines and sea trial requirements.
Quality and Regulatory Compliance
– Adhering to international classification, naval specs, and internal QA benchmarks.
Lean & Strategic Operations Leadership
– Driving cost control, efficiency gains, and talent development in high-complexity environments.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
12+ years of experience in turbine system manufacturing, shipyard operations, or OEM turbine programs, with at least 5 years in a senior operations leadership role.
Proven track record in managing large-scale projects involving gas turbines, steam turbines, or combined propulsion systems.
Strong knowledge of rotating machinery assembly, mechanical tolerancing, and alignment protocols.
Familiarity with marine codes and certifications (e.g., ABS, DNV, USCG, MIL-S-901D, ISO 9001).
Demonstrated success in applying lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen methodologies in a production or shipyard setting.
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills in a high-mix, high-tech environment.
Proficient in ERP systems, maintenance planning tools, and operations dashboards (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Maximo).
Experience working in marine OEM turbine manufacturing, major naval shipyards, or EPC environments for defense/commercial vessels.
Knowledge of digital manufacturing, predictive maintenance, or AI-enabled operations analytics.
Certifications in PMP, Six Sigma Black Belt, or Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE).
Eligible for security clearance, if working on defense or government programs.