L3Harris Technologies · 2 hours ago
Operations Program Manager
Ashburn, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$106K/yr - $198K/yr
6+ years expL3Harris Technologies is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent in defense tech. The Operations Program Manager will represent Production Operations, ensuring cost and schedule commitments are met while serving as the primary interface between Operations and the Program Management Office.
CommercialInformation TechnologyNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Primary conduit between program office and the Operations organization for development, production and/or spares/repairs activity on assigned programs, driving overall program plan and day to day results
Has authority and accountability for the technical, cost, risk/opportunity, and schedule performance of all Operations scope on the assigned program
Demonstrated understanding and practice of Earned Value Management, serving as the Control Account Manager (CAM) responsible for managing and reporting on cost and schedule of Operations scope on assigned programs
Frequent collaboration with multiple functions (e.g., Engineering, Quality, Contracts, Manufacturing, etc.) and the program office to promote successful action planning and execution
Support overall Program by contributing schedule inputs and changes into the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), maintaining timely and effective change management processes and procedures
Monitor RAIL (Rolling Action Item List) performance and ensuring that issues are addressed immediately and corrective actions and recovery plans are implemented expeditiously
Plan and coordinate activities to support verification and validation of new processes and product improvements
Support multidisciplinary program reviews and presentations throughout the different phases of development, certification, and production readiness with internal and external stakeholders
Project Management
Ensure all Mfg and Production Readiness Reviews are performed on assigned programs as applicable
Facilitate Operations, Manufacturing and Quality participation in design development to identify and address manufacturability, testability and inspectability issues
Support the organization in the development and implementation of operating philosophies and business strategies
Develop, implement and sustain success metrics, incorporating best practices, and effectively communicating improvements and promoting Lean initiatives that drive cost savings
Effectively manage performance and key deliverables across a matrix organization
Up to 10% travel may be required
Other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field and a minimum of 6+ years of prior relevant experience in leading a multi-functional, technically oriented, Integrated Product Team in an operations environment
Master's Degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field and a minimum of 4+ years of prior relevant experience in leading a multi-functional, technically oriented, Integrated Product Team in an operations environment
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10+ years of prior relevant experience in leading a multi-functional, technically oriented, Integrated Product Team in an operations environment
Working experience with execution of earned value management (EVM)
Experience in creating and managing budgets for both operational and capital expenses
Experience in manufacturing; preferably experience in Shop Operations - Operations Planning, Quality Assurance, Continuous Improvement also desirable
Prior experience in the deployment and use of Lean and 6 Sigma manufacturing tools/methods
U.S. citizen
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance
Preferred
Masters degree in relevant engineering field or related field and/or equivalent experience desired
Experience and knowledge of manufacturing methods, specifically in composites, metals, and electronics
Experience leading small teams
Prior experience in using computer based project management tools associated with resource planning, scheduling and cost monitoring is desirable
Experience with technical writing, specifically work instructions and process documentation
Experience in aviation or military systems manufacturing
Experience with creating and presenting performance metrics
Experience with Capital Equipment justification and BOEs
Experience using Microsoft Office products
Excellent people skills to include collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation)
Experience with Power BI or data analytics
Experience/certification in lean practices; 5S, six sigma, etc
Benefits
Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
EAP
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays
Company
L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies provides platform management system solutions for armed forces.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.25B2024-03-27Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Tania Hanna
Vice President Government & Customer Relations
Chip Teets
Senior Director, International Programs, Products & Technology
Recent News
Company data provided by crunchbase