Senior Manager Operations

Leonardo DRS

Menomonee Falls (WI)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 170,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) company contribution

Flexible 9/80 program and generous PTO

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking aSenior Manager, Operations to lead manufacturing and operational execution at the Menomonee Falls facility. You will guide cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑performance naval power products for the U.S. Navy and allied customers.

You will drive safety, quality, cost and schedule, apply Lean and Six Sigma, and develop frontline leaders to sustain growth with strong execution.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in operations management, engineering, business, supply chain or related field.
Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production planning processes.
Defense, aerospace, marine, or similarly regulated environments preferred.
Lean manufacturing and operational-performance metrics experience.
Capability to lead through change and build cross-functional alignment.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day manufacturing and operational performance for the product line.
Develop frontline leaders and coaching to build a strong talent pipeline.
Drive safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery of complex naval power products and programs.
Establish operating plans to improve throughput, capacity, labor utilization, and schedule attainment.
Apply Lean, Six Sigma and other operational-excellence tools to reduce waste and improve yield.
Align production readiness, resource plans, and customer commitments with PM and engineering.
Use data-driven performance management to identify risks and resolve constraints.
Ensure compliance with quality systems, export controls, EH&S, and defense standards.
Communicate priorities and performance to senior leadership and stakeholders.
Foster a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Executive presence

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in operations management, engineering, business, supply chain

Advanced degree preferred

Lean Six Sigma certification

ERP/MRP systems experience

Defense/government program experience

ISO/AS9100 familiarity

Job description

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Senior Manager Operations

Location: Menomonee Falls, WI, US, 53051

Job ID:115492

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

We are seeking an accomplished, hands-on Senior Manager, Operations to lead manufacturing and operational execution of a Product Line at our Menomonee Falls, WI facility. In this highly visible leadership role, you will guide teams that produce reliable, high-performance power and energy solutions supporting the U.S. Navy and allied defense customers.

This is an opportunity to lead in an environment where quality, schedule, cost, and mission assurance matter every day. You will bring strategic operational leadership and a continuous improvement mindset to build a safe, accountable, and high-performing organization capable of delivering complex products at the speed and standard our customers expect.

What You Will Do

As the Senior Manager, Operations, you will lead day-to-day manufacturing and operational performance while building the capabilities needed for sustained growth. You will:

Lead and develop cross-functional operations teams across manufacturing, production control, materials, quality, engineering, and supply chain partners.
Drive safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery of complex naval power products and programs.
Establish and execute operating plans that improve throughput, capacity, labor utilization, inventory performance, and schedule attainment.
Champion a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other operational-excellence tools to eliminate waste, reduce cycle time, and improve first-pass yield.
Partner with program management and engineering to align production readiness, resource plans, and customer commitments.
Use data-driven performance management to identify risks, resolve constraints, and deliver measurable improvements.
Ensure compliance with applicable quality systems, export controls, environmental health and safety requirements, and defense-industry standards.
Develop frontline leaders and build a strong talent pipeline through coaching, performance management, and succession planning.
Communicate operational priorities, performance, and risk clearly to senior leadership and key stakeholders.

Education & Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in operations management, engineering, business, supply chain, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
Significant progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, operations, production, or supply chain - preferably in defense, aerospace, marine, industrial, or other highly regulated environments.
Demonstrated success leading complex manufacturing operations and delivering improvements in safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity.
Strong experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational-performance metrics.
Proven ability to lead through change, solve complex problems, and build alignment across functions.
Strong business acumen, communication skills, and executive presence.
Experience working with ERP/MRP systems, production planning, capacity management, and materials flow.
Experience supporting U.S. Navy, Department of Defense, or other federal programs.
Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent continuous-improvement credentials.
Experience with earned value, program execution, or government-contract manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with ISO, AS9100, or comparable quality-management systems.

At our Menomonee Falls operation, your work will have a direct impact on systems that help power and protect naval missions around the world. You will join a collaborative team that values technical excellence, operational discipline, and people leadership - and gives leaders the visibility and authority to make meaningful improvements.

If you are a mission-focused operations leader who thrives on building strong teams and delivering results in complex environments, we invite you to apply.

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.

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.

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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: