VP of Engineering, UAS/Defense Production Lead (Tampa)

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ascend recruiting partnersTampa (FL)

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About the role

Ascend Recruiting Partners seeks a hands-on VP of Engineering to build and lead the U.S. engineering organization in Tampa, FL. This leader will bridge U.S. customers, Business Development, Operations, and the global engineering team to ensure a seamless transition from development to production. The role focuses on adapting existing UAS and autonomous platforms for U.S. defense customers, supporting production readiness, regulatory compliance, and rapidly changing program needs.

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