Space Electronics Operations Program Manager

TRIDENT SYSTEMS LLC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

TRIDENT SYSTEMS LLC seeks an Operations Program Manager to lead day-to-day operations for Space Electronic Systems. You will report to the SVP of Operations in Chantilly, VA and guide cross-functional teams to meet timelines and budgets.

Responsibilities include planning programs, monitoring KPIs, budgeting, and driving continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma methodologies. On-site role requiring extensive collaboration with production, quality, and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, business or related field.
• 9+ years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree (7+ with graduate degree).
• Experience in engineering, operations, program management within design or manufacturing.
• Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional programs.
• Proficiency with Lean, Six Sigma, and process improvement methods.
• Familiarity with Space Flight products, ERP systems, project management software, and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and oversee multiple operational programs.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across production, supply chain, quality, and engineering.
• Develop and monitor KPIs; report status to senior management.
• Manage budgets and resources to meet objectives.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement and Lean/Six Sigma initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

ERP systems knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field

Master's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or MBA

Tools

ERP systems

Project management software

Data analysis tools

Job description

TRIDENT SYSTEMS LLC seeks an Operations Program Manager to lead day-to-day operations for Space Electronic Systems. You will report to the SVP of Operations in Chantilly, VA and guide cross-functional teams to meet timelines and budgets.

Responsibilities include planning programs, monitoring KPIs, budgeting, and driving continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma methodologies. On-site role requiring extensive collaboration with production, quality, and engineering teams.