Senior Manager, Operations Management

L3Harris Technologies; Camden (AR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Camden, AR is seeking a Senior Manager of Operations to lead casting operations and final assembly for multiple product lines. You will drive cost optimization, quality, on-time delivery, and customer satisfaction through strategic staffing and robust processes.

This role reports to the Operations leadership and guides a team of 4–6 direct reports. Expect a dynamic, high-impact environment with multi-million-dollar budgets and capital projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 12+ years of related experience or Graduate Degree with 10+ years.
• In lieu of a degree, 16+ years of related experience may apply.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams and manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 4–6 direct reports in casting operations and final assembly.
• Oversee manufacturing engineering, quality, and supply chain activities.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize cost, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement and safety protocols with 5S+1 and VSM.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Cross-functional leadership

Process optimization

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Senior Manager, Operations Management

Job Code: 44487

Job Location: Camden, AR

Job Schedule:

4/10 Mon – Thur Work Schedule: Employees work 10 hours per day, 4 days a week

Job Description

L3Harris Technologies is excited to invite a seasoned leadership professional to join our Camden, AR team as a Senior Manager of Operations. With over a decade of experience, you will drive our mission to exceed operational excellence and spearhead transformative initiatives. This is an opportunity to lead the strategic direction of the organization’s manufacturing and production planning efforts, ensuring seamless operation and alignment with business goals. Join an empowering environment where you will develop, implement, and evaluate success metrics to foster continuous innovation and operational prowess.

Why Join Us?

As a Manager of Operations, you will play a critical role in leading high-impact projects and managing multimillion-dollar budgets and capital expenditures. You will have the unique opportunity to oversee and innovate across multiple pillars of our production operations, including manufacturing engineering, quality, and supply chain activities.

Essential Functions

• In this role, you will inspire and manage a talented team of 4-6 direct reports, guiding them through casting operations and final assembly processes for both established and exciting new product lines. Your leadership will be pivotal in developing and implementing robust strategies aimed at optimizing cost, enhancing quality, ensuring on-time delivery, and exceeding customer satisfaction. Through continuous improvement and innovative thinking, you will:
• Develop a world-class operations team fostering growth through strategic staffing, rigorous training programs, and dynamic talent management.
• Drive employee engagement with a strong focus on operational excellence through initiatives such as Factory Gemba walks, quality improvement strategies, and comprehensive safety protocols.
• Champion best practices by maintaining a well-organized workspace with 5S+1 methodologies and deploying Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to streamline processes.
• Responsibility for succession planning and organizational development to cultivate a resilient and forward-thinking team.
• Effectively manage performance and deliver key results across a dynamic matrix organization, showcasing your exceptional problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

Requires broad management and leadership knowledge to lead cross-department project teams or manage across the function. Typically has mastery within a specific technical area or broad expertise across multiple related job areas. Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 12 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Exceptional problem-solving capabilities and a metric-driven mindset to drive performance across all functions.
• Demonstrated experience in quickly identifying and addressing performance issues.
• Versatility and strong communication skills to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to build cohesive, high-performing teams and inspire followership across all organizational levels.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.