Operations Program Manager

Leonardo DRS; Menomonee Falls, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Health savings account

401(k) savings plan

Flexible work schedules

9/80 program

Community service hours

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking an Operations Program Manager in Menomonee Falls, WI to support manufacturing operations and cross-functional execution in a fast-paced environment.

The role focuses on driving operational efficiency, coordinating complex manufacturing activities, and partnering with engineering, supply chain, quality, and production teams to deliver key business initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field is required.
• 5+ years in project management, manufacturing operations, or production support.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Communicate program technical, safety, or performance issues to the Operations Manager and PM for resolution.
• Highlight risks/opportunities to update the risk register and program plans.
• Perform CAM duties including status updates, EAC reviews, and schedule/budget adherence.
• Ensure clear directions and priorities for manufacturing at the start of each day.
• Coordinate material shortages and ensure work instructions are provided before assembly.

Skills

Project management

Manufacturing ops

Cross-functional

Stakeholder mgmt

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

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Operations Program Manager

Location: Menomonee Falls, WI, US, 53051

Job ID:114436

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Job Summary

At DRSNaval Power Systems, we deliver mission-critical technologies that power and protect naval platforms around the world. We are seeking a driven and collaborative Operations Project Manager to support manufacturing operations and cross-functional execution within a fast-paced, highly regulated production environment.

This role is ideal for a project management professional who thrives on driving operational efficiency, coordinating complex manufacturing activities, and partnering across engineering, supply chain, quality, and production teams to ensure successful execution of key business initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

• Communicate to the Operations Manager and Program Manager (PM) about all program technical, safety, or performance issues for collective resolution.
• Communicate risks and opportunities to the Operations Manager and PM for inclusion or update in the program risk and opportunities matrix/register.
• Execute Operations Control Account Manager (CAM) role for assigned programs, completing status sheet updates, EAC reviews, and overall schedule/budget changes/adherence.
• Maintain overall accountability for the tactical execution of operations activities in support of the manufacturing schedule, from initial assembly releases through proper hardware shipment to the customer.
• Ensure that the Manufacturing team has clear direction and priorities at the start of each day in support of the Manufacturing schedule.
• Communicate any material shortages on jobs based on Planning material short list; ensure appropriate work instructions are provided to the manufacturing team, as appropriate, for the material shortage on the issued job before the assembly start date/time.
• Ensure that the manufacturing team has the proper shop documentation and tools prior to start of the assembly build start date. Configuration control of all documents is paramount.
• Maintain accurate manufacturing status of open non-conformance rework required on program (this includes manufacturing assembly, FAT, and final assembly).
• Schedule and adhere to inspection events with internal quality assurance; coordinate, in collaboration with Quality Assurance, final inspection events with the customer ensuring all documentation and hardware is ready, prior to the event, for the inspection.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• 5+ years of project management, manufacturing operations, or production support experience
• Experience supporting manufacturing or industrial operations in a regulated environment preferred
• Strong organizational, planning, and multitasking skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional projects and competing priorities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing processes preferred

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

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Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

• Integrity
• Agility
• Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Community & Respect
• Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.