About Pelico

At Pelico we are creating the factory of the future where disruptions are avoided processes synchronized and value captured. Our factory operations management platform enables factory teams to be more agile and resilient in a world where supply chain disruptions occur every 16 minutes. Pelico empowers users to identify bottlenecks avoid problems and focus on innovation instead of firefighting. Since our foundation in 2019 weve partnered with industry leaders across aerospace industrial equipment and luxury watchmaking revolutionizing factory operations in over 15 countries. Esteemed clients include Airbus Safran Cartier Daikin and Eaton.

Our Team

With a dynamic team of over 130 professionals across the US and France Pelico is a melting pot of toptier talent from Tech Data Science and Manufacturing domains.

Our collaborative environment fosters innovation and excellence driving us to solve complex challenges and shape the future of manufacturing.

Our work has been recognized by Safran (Digital Transformation Award) and Microsoft (scaleup of the year)





As the Head of Defense Operations for North America you will spearhead Pelicos expansion within the defense sector. Initially you will lead the handson deployment of our platform at defense manufacturing sites ensuring seamless integration and immediate impact. Over time you will transition into a leadership role building and managing a dedicated team to drive operational excellence agility and resilience for defense Responsibilities

1. HandsOn Deployment Leadership: Directly manage the initial implementation of Pelicos platform at defense manufacturing sites ensuring seamless integration and immediate operational benefits.
2. Strategic Account Management: Establish and maintain relationships with key defense sector customers ensuring Pelicos solutions enhance their operational capabilities and support mission success.
3. CrossFunctional Collaboration: Work closely with sales engineering marketing product and support teams to tailor solutions specifically for the defense industry ensuring seamless execution and maximum impact.
4. Operational Excellence: Oversee the successful implementation of Pelicos platform at defense manufacturing sites focusing on improving efficiency mitigating risks and solving complex challenges.
5. Team Leadership and Growth: Recruit train and manage a highperforming operations and success team within the defense sector preparing for a transition from handson deployment to strategic leadership.

What Were Looking For

• Experience: A minimum of 7 years in defense operations or similar highstakes environments with a strong background in managing defense customer relationships.
• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of defense industry operations technology and challenges.
• Leadership Skills: Proven experience in leading crossfunctional teams particularly in advanced manufacturing or supply chain operations.
• Communication Abilities: Exceptional leadership and communication skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders both internally and externally.
• GrowthOriented Mindset: Ability to lead change and innovate within a complex and evolving sector with a focus on continuous improvement.
  
  
  What we offer
  Join an exciting adventure with a lot of challenges at all levels!
  
  • Healthcare Insurance coverage ( choose across 4 robust plans)
  • PTO: 20 days 10 bank holidays
  • Stock options
  • Remote flexibility & 6 weeks of Work from Anywhere
  • Trips to France to connect with the teams (Paris)
  • up to 4% of the 401(k) plan
  • Quarterly team events