RTX · 9 hours ago
Senior Manager, Operations Platform Lead (Onsite)
US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
7+ years expRTX is seeking a Senior Manager, Operations Platform Lead to play a critical leadership role in their ISR & Space Systems mission. The role involves overseeing program operations activities, ensuring alignment with customer commitments, and leading a team of Program Operations Managers to drive execution in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
AerospaceManufacturingSecuritySensorTelecommunications
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead a team of operations POMs to drive program deliverables that ensure safety, quality, cost, and schedule are met upon delivery to the customer
Accountable for and oversees all program operations activities and execution of the program within the platform through a matrix structure
Responsible for effective utilization of assigned manpower resources to ensure adequate and prompt support of program needs
Accountable for material procurements and end item on time completion to meet contracted dates
In charge of on time completion and accuracy of proposal labor and material Basis of Estimates for Operations related work
Effective and accurate Cost Account Management of assigned program budget
Ensure effective communication (written and oral) via status reports to program, customer and functional management in accordance with program communication plan and processes methodologies
Drive use of leading/lagging metrics in the monitoring of progress against plan and evaluation of root cause and implementation of corrective actions in support of a continuous improvement culture
Strategic planning of manpower and material to support factory level loading and tactical planning daily to maximize labor and equipment utilization
Facilitates and directs scheduling activities to ensure smooth operations and optimal use of facilities as required
Will require frequent interface with various customers and will be the Operations point of contact for assigned programs in program status meetings with executives and customers
Entails a candidate with strong leadership skills and the ability to convey effective direction using strong written and verbal skills
Mentors and coaches team members while performing professional and management work regularly across multiple manufacturing disciplines
Expected travel 10%
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
Previous experience leading and developing teams
Previous aerospace manufacturing exposure or experience
Preferred
Prior experience in an operations organization or in interfacing with operations organization on a recurring basis
Experience in aerospace industry
Experience in financial, manufacturing, material planning, Earned Value Management (cost account management)
Strong analytical skills required for accurate material and manufacturing planning Systems (EVMS) and government programs are key traits
Familiar with SAP/ Solumina or other MRP systems
Experience driving Continuous Improvement projects - CORE, 6 Sigma and other Lean Manufacturing processes
Experience in Microsoft Project/Scheduling
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, or Technology
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
And more!
Company
RTX
RTX is comprised of three market-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – working as one to answer the biggest questions and solve the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.2MKey Investors
LIFT Ecosystem Accelerator
2024-02-22Grant· $0.2M
2019-06-09Acquired
2010-01-14Grant· $3M
Leadership Team
Daniel Conroy
Chief Technology Officer - Digital
Kevin DaSilva
Corporate Vice President & Treasurer
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