Operations Project Management Lead

AeroVironment, Inc.; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K with company match

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. seeks a Manager of Operations Project Management to lead a team, deliver projects on time and within budget, and align operations with strategic goals.

You will oversee cross-functional collaboration across procurement, manufacturing, and quality to ensure execution excellence. The role requires a bachelor’s degree, 8+ years of experience, and strong PM skills; aerospace/defense background is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• MBA or MS degree preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 3 years in a leadership role.
• Aerospace/Defense experience preferred.
• Proficient with ERP/MES and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Operations Project Management team performance.
• Develop and implement project plans with timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (procurement, manufacturing, quality).
• Manage vendor/supplier activities within budget.
• Analyze processes and drive cost reductions.
• Allocate resources to meet schedules and priorities.
• Lead risk management and contingency planning.
• Provide technical and operational guidance to staff.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

8+ years exp

Leadership experience

ERP systems

MES

Data analytics

Project management

ISO 9001

Cross-functional teamwork

Process improvement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Manufacturing/Engineering

MBA or MS preferred

Tools

ERP systems

MES

Data analytics platforms

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. seeks a Manager of Operations Project Management to lead a team, deliver projects on time and within budget, and align operations with strategic goals.

You will oversee cross-functional collaboration across procurement, manufacturing, and quality to ensure execution excellence. The role requires a bachelor’s degree, 8+ years of experience, and strong PM skills; aerospace/defense background is preferred.