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Information Technology (IT) Director

Job Description

Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world’s aviation leaders. We specialize in precision engineering, MRO, and innovative solutions that address parts at risk of obsolescence. Serving more than 1,500 customers across the commercial, civil, and defense aerospace spanets, Ontic employs over 1,300 people across seven sites and four time zones. Since 2019, we have more than doubled in size and continue to grow at pace.

Our Creedmoor, NC site is home to several specialist businesses within the Ontic Group, including Firstspan, Twin Commander, and Metro Merlin, forming a key hub of expertise and operational excellence.

Our team is looking for an Information Technology (IT) Director to join them. You will report to the Global IT Director and will have a hybrid work schedule in Creedmoor, North Carolina.

To be considered for the IT Director opening, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you: 

• 7+ years of progressive experience in IT solutions delivery, including leadership responsibility
• Demonstrated experience with Epicor ERP systems preferred
• Strong background in cybersecurity strategy and risk management
• Experience supporting IT operations within a manufacturing environment
• M&A integration experience preferred

As the IT Director, you will: 

• Manage Technical Implementations & Application/Infrastructure Support Team(s) (ServiceDesk, End User Computing support, system admin and application development) in delivering service and projects with the constant focus on maximizing value to the organization.
• Design technical solutions and integrations, ensure success of software implementations, and provide ongoing support.
• Coach and lead a team of technical infrastructure/service delivery and software implementation & support specialists (full-time and contractors) in accordance with Agile, ITIL and TOGAF methodology.
• Serve as a cross-functional business partner to identify and prioritize product enhancements, third-party integrations, and upgrades.
• Manage key vendor relationships, product development, invoicing, and escalations.
• Conduct buy vs. build analyses.
• Defines end user technology requirements by working with business sponsors and key users ensuring requirements deliver a value creation business outcome.
• Travel both domestically and internationally approximately two times per year

Our Benefits: 

• Comprehensive medical insurance 
• Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave 
• Company 401K plan with up to 4 matched contribution 
• Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance) 
• 9/80 schedule
• Paid volunteering opportunities 
• Access to mental health champions across our sites 
• Commitment to development 
• Employee referral program 

 LI-Hybrid

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. 

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran 

Compensation Pay Range

$170-200K

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Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran
Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This position must meet export control compliance requirements.  To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person ” as defined by 22. C.F.R. 120.15 is required.  “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee.