Head of the ORS Upgrades and R&D Group
Elbit Systems
Posted on Mar 16, 2026
Elbit Systems’ site in Haifa is looking for a Head of the ORS Upgrades and R&D Group to join the Operational Requirements and ConOps Specialist Directorate, Engineering and Development Department, Aircraft Division
This is a key leadership role in shaping and driving operational concepts across all projects and activities, collaborating with several Engineering Solution Lines and Business Units (such as Advanced Airborne Solutions & Strategic Programs, Helmet Mounted Systems, and R&D), within a dynamic and innovative aerospace environment
In this role you will
Lead operational characterization activities and the formulation of operational concepts for all relevant projects and domains in the division
Manage the professional discipline including the development of methodologies and work practices
Recruit, mentor, and develop professional staff and lead the human capital in the domain
Drive and implement processes to promote professional excellence, knowledge preservation, innovation, and continuous improvement
Collaborate closely with Solution Line managers on current projects and roadmap development
Be part of the directorate’s management team and lead collaborations both within and outside the organization
Requirements
Background in one of the operational domains — Aircrew experience Advantage
Managerial experience in the Operational Requirement field — Advantage
Strong leadership, employee engagement, and coaching capabilities
System-wide vision and ability to work in a multi-interface environment
Engineering degree or Industrial Design degree — Advantage
Only relevant applications will be answered
#Haifa
This is a key leadership role in shaping and driving operational concepts across all projects and activities, collaborating with several Engineering Solution Lines and Business Units (such as Advanced Airborne Solutions & Strategic Programs, Helmet Mounted Systems, and R&D), within a dynamic and innovative aerospace environment
In this role you will
Lead operational characterization activities and the formulation of operational concepts for all relevant projects and domains in the division
Manage the professional discipline including the development of methodologies and work practices
Recruit, mentor, and develop professional staff and lead the human capital in the domain
Drive and implement processes to promote professional excellence, knowledge preservation, innovation, and continuous improvement
Collaborate closely with Solution Line managers on current projects and roadmap development
Be part of the directorate’s management team and lead collaborations both within and outside the organization
Requirements
Background in one of the operational domains — Aircrew experience Advantage
Managerial experience in the Operational Requirement field — Advantage
Strong leadership, employee engagement, and coaching capabilities
System-wide vision and ability to work in a multi-interface environment
Engineering degree or Industrial Design degree — Advantage
Only relevant applications will be answered
#Haifa