Sr Manager, Operations

Who We Are We are Textron Systems, best known for innovative defense technologies and services. We are a part of Textron Inc, one of the world’s leading multi-industry companies, recognized for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat and many more. Our company leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative products and services. But our business is all about people – the customers who rely on us and the exceptional team that brings our mission to life. We%27ve been in the industry for more than 50 years and embraced the unique capabilities that come with being a mid-sized player. We bring the agility of a small business to meet our customers%27 most urgent requirements and empower our team members to push past possible. We can scale quickly to solve the big problems, working across functions, sites, and business lines to make it happen. We’re comprised of 7 domains specializing in Air, Sea, Land, Weapons Systems, Electronic Systems, Propulsion, and Testing and Training Simulations. Start your career in a big way by joining Textron Systems. We are here to provide necessary and life-changing services and products to our customers. We are right where the real work happens. By joining our team, you will gain exciting and versatile experiences from day one to fuel your growth. Talent development is a big part of who we are. Don%27t just start your career - go big. Visit TextronSystems.com to read more about who we are and the products we make! Job Summary We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for: The Senior Manager of Operations will lead entire cross-functional team of technicians and support personnel (inclusive of manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, inspection & material planning) to execute deliveries and drive Transition-to-Production Maturation across the site. This position leads individual contributors, salaried and non-salaried personnel across a variety of advanced manufacturing technologies to include: electro-mechanical assembly, drone, hypersonic, advanced materials, and precision guided weapons systems. This role is expected to grow and will require the applicant to support business development opportunities. This position reports to the Vice President of Operations based out of Wilmington, MA. About This Role Responsibilities: Drive cross-functional collaboration amongst touch labor, scheduling & planning, manufacturing engineering, machine shop, quality engineering and inspection teams to achieve contractual deliveries. Drive team and process growth across Manufacturing Engineering, Planning & Production Control & Logistics to enable Manufacturing Readiness maturation. Drive the material transition of programs into the ERP system. Represent Weapons Business Unit interests at relevant Supply Chain meetings. Manage across boundaries to influence others. Exert influence in the development of overall objectives and long-range goals of their respective team. Effectively conduct Performance Management when required. Develop subordinate leaders and work with the Vice President of Operations to enable significant growth in manufacturing capability. Work with executive leadership, program and business development teams to author proposals and support onsite customer visits to capture business. Lead team to drive day-to-day operations and prioritization within assigned work functions. Responsible for defect reporting and interruptions to flow, with Root Cause and Corrective Action problem solving. Develop, plan, organize and assign the workflow of a department (s) and ensure that projects are completed on schedule and within budget. Represent assigned operations areas at program operations meetings. Responsible for staffing of their team to meet program needs, and the assessment and development of skills and certifications to meet demand requirements. Interact with other managers to support program priorities. Recommend and justify capital equipment, facility renovations and tooling expenses required to meet departmental and program needs. Assist with writing procedures, forecasts and manpower plans, while assessing planned vs. actual performance standards. Ensure the group assigned to work under this role can pass compliance and regulatory audits relevant to their work area. Working Conditions: This position is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. This position is subject to a variety of physical and atmospheric conditions: This position may require the use of Personal Protective Equipment if the employee is exposed to noise, dust, fumes or chemicals or any other situation that would require the use of Personal Protective Equipment. This position is subject to working conditions peculiar to this position (e.g., travel to satellite sites, suppliers and subcontractors if required). Who We Are We are Textron Systems, best known for innovative defense technologies and services. We are a part of Textron Inc, one of the world’s leading multi-industry companies, recognized for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat and many more. Our company leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative products and services. But our business is all about people – the customers who rely on us and the exceptional team that brings our mission to life. We%27ve been in the industry for more than 50 years and embraced the unique capabilities that come with being a mid-sized player. We bring the agility of a small business to meet our customers%27 most urgent requirements and empower our team members to push past possible. We can scale quickly to solve the big problems, working across functions, sites, and business lines to make it happen. We’re comprised of 7 domains specializing in Air, Sea, Land, Weapons Systems, Electronic Systems, Propulsion, and Testing and Training Simulations. Start your career in a big way by joining Textron Systems. We are here to provide necessary and life-changing services and products to our customers. We are right where the real work happens. By joining our team, you will gain exciting and versatile experiences from day one to fuel your growth. Talent development is a big part of who we are. Don%27t just start your career - go big. Visit TextronSystems.com to read more about who we are and the products we make! Job Summary We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for: The Senior Manager of Operations will lead entire cross-functional team of technicians and support personnel (inclusive of manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, inspection & material planning) to execute deliveries and drive Transition-to-Production Maturation across the site. This position leads individual contributors, salaried and non-salaried personnel across a variety of advanced manufacturing technologies to include: electro-mechanical assembly, drone, hypersonic, advanced materials, and precision guided weapons systems. This role is expected to grow and will require the applicant to support business development opportunities. This position reports to the Vice President of Operations based out of Wilmington, MA. About This Role Responsibilities: Drive cross-functional collaboration amongst touch labor, scheduling & planning, manufacturing engineering, machine shop, quality engineering and inspection teams to achieve contractual deliveries. Drive team and process growth across Manufacturing Engineering, Planning & Production Control & Logistics to enable Manufacturing Readiness maturation. Drive the material transition of programs into the ERP system. Represent Weapons Business Unit interests at relevant Supply Chain meetings. Manage across boundaries to influence others. Exert influence in the development of overall objectives and long-range goals of their respective team. Effectively conduct Performance Management when required. Develop subordinate leaders and work with the Vice President of Operations to enable significant growth in manufacturing capability. Work with executive leadership, program and business development teams to author proposals and support onsite customer visits to capture business. Lead team to drive day-to-day operations and prioritization within assigned work functions. Responsible for defect reporting and interruptions to flow, with Root Cause and Corrective Action problem solving. Develop, plan, organize and assign the workflow of a department (s) and ensure that projects are completed on schedule and within budget. Represent assigned operations areas at program operations meetings. Responsible for staffing of their team to meet program needs, and the assessment and development of skills and certifications to meet demand requirements. Interact with other managers to support program priorities. Recommend and justify capital equipment, facility renovations and tooling expenses required to meet departmental and program needs. Assist with writing procedures, forecasts and manpower plans, while assessing planned vs. actual performance standards. Ensure the group assigned to work under this role can pass compliance and regulatory audits relevant to their work area. Working Conditions: This position is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. This position is subject to a variety of physical and atmospheric conditions: This position may require the use of Personal Protective Equipment if the employee is exposed to noise, dust, fumes or chemicals or any other situation that would require the use of Personal Protective Equipment. This position is subject to working conditions peculiar to this position (e.g., travel to satellite sites, suppliers and subcontractors if required). Qualifications: Knowledge of industry wide practices and procedures in manufacturing. Technical knowledge of mechanical assemblies, electro-mechanical assemblies. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of software, specifically working with spreadsheets and analyzing large data outputs. Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems. Experience in Oracle is desired. Knowledge of military and commercial quality specifications (AS9100 Stds). Knowledge of statistical techniques and applications. Knowledge of the SIOP process and material risk mitigation. Effective written and oral communication and presentation skills. Ability to analyze complex specifications, drawings, procedures and schematics. Ability to apply analytical skills to problems. Ability to plan and organize. Ability to effectively resolve manufacturing issues across organizations. Ability to effectively communicate complex problems to upper management. Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance as needed. Thorough knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and concepts. Six Sigma and Lean certifications are preferred. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 8 years’ experience in manufacturing and 5 years in a leadership position to demonstrate the ability to successfully perform the job duties. Engineering Bachelor%27s degree required. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering is highly preferred. Graduate degree in Engineering or Business Management is preferred. How We Care At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences and unique perspectives. Our company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples! Flexible Work Schedules: Enjoy compressed work week schedule that varies by allowing for additional days off such as 9/80 and 4/10s, leading to additional Fridays off work! Paid Time Off: Enjoy over 6 weeks of total paid time off (PTO) that consist of 120 hours of vacation, 56 hours of illness/personal time and 80 hours of holiday. Tuition Reimbursement: We believe in investing in the progress and growth of our employee’s. Receive up to %2410,000 for relevant graduate degrees per calendar year. Dress for Your Day : No day is the same, so we don’t think you should dress like it. Dress smart for an important meeting, wear jeans for a casual day at the office or on the shop floor. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Choose plans that fit your lifestyle- 3 medical plans, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, additional life insurance coverage. Company paid benefits include basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability and employee assistance program. Comprehensive wellness incentive plan and annual fitness reimbursement program. Future Savings: Receive a company contribution to your 401k up to 9% of your salary! The earlier you start your career with us, the more you save. Employee Discounts: We provide a one-stop-shop for access to exclusive offers and deep discounts from over 30,000 merchants and millions of products such as Bose, Apple, FitBit, HP, At&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, travel discounts and more! Many More Benefits: Textron Systems offers additional benefits such as service awards, cell phone retail discounts, travel and gym membership discounts, emergency travel assistance, home and auto discounts, adoption assistance and more! Are you a Military Veteran? Textron%27s products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company. Qualifications: Knowledge of industry wide practices and procedures in manufacturing. Technical knowledge of mechanical assemblies, electro-mechanical assemblies. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of software, specifically working with spreadsheets and analyzing large data outputs. Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems. Experience in Oracle is desired. Knowledge of military and commercial quality specifications (AS9100 Stds). Knowledge of statistical techniques and applications. Knowledge of the SIOP process and material risk mitigation. Effective written and oral communication and presentation skills. Ability to analyze complex specifications, drawings, procedures and schematics. Ability to apply analytical skills to problems. Ability to plan and organize. Ability to effectively resolve manufacturing issues across organizations. Ability to effectively communicate complex problems to upper management. Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance as needed. Thorough knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and concepts. Six Sigma and Lean certifications are preferred. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 8 years’ experience in manufacturing and 5 years in a leadership position to demonstrate the ability to successfully perform the job duties. Engineering Bachelor%27s degree required. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering is highly preferred. Graduate degree in Engineering or Business Management is preferred. How We Care At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences and unique perspectives. Our company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples! Flexible Work Schedules: Enjoy compressed work week schedule that varies by allowing for additional days off such as 9/80 and 4/10s, leading to additional Fridays off work! Paid Time Off: Enjoy over 6 weeks of total paid time off (PTO) that consist of 120 hours of vacation, 56 hours of illness/personal time and 80 hours of holiday. Tuition Reimbursement: We believe in investing in the progress and growth of our employee’s. Receive up to %2410,000 for relevant graduate degrees per calendar year. Dress for Your Day : No day is the same, so we don’t think you should dress like it. Dress smart for an important meeting, wear jeans for a casual day at the office or on the shop floor. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Choose plans that fit your lifestyle- 3 medical plans, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, additional life insurance coverage. Company paid benefits include basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability and employee assistance program. Comprehensive wellness incentive plan and annual fitness reimbursement program. Future Savings: Receive a company contribution to your 401k up to 9% of your salary! The earlier you start your career with us, the more you save. Employee Discounts: We provide a one-stop-shop for access to exclusive offers and deep discounts from over 30,000 merchants and millions of products such as Bose, Apple, FitBit, HP, At&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, travel discounts and more! Many More Benefits: Textron Systems offers additional benefits such as service awards, cell phone retail discounts, travel and gym membership discounts, emergency travel assistance, home and auto discounts, adoption assistance and more! Are you a Military Veteran? Textron%27s products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

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