Program Operations Manager (Onsite)

Location: US-FL-LARGO-382SS ~ 7887 Bryan Dairy Rd. ~ BLDG 100

 Position Role Type: Onsite

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

 Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

 Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.   Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.    This position will directly support a Program Management Office (PMO) in leading manufacturing strategy for programs in development.  This role is responsible for making and driving decisions for Manufacturing Strategy, Planning and Execution. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Manufacturing and / or Product Development Operations in the defense industry and must have experience leading New Product Introduction activities.  The Candidate will support classified & unclassified programs within a technically diverse portfolio of complex products.    This is an onsite role in Largo, FL.

Oversee and coordinate the execution aspects of ongoing projects and services as liaison between program management team and support functional organizations. General Management and/or Creation of artifacts for Manufacturing strategy planning, Proposals, early Gates Reviews, Financials, Infrastructure/Capital Projects, Appropriation Requests (ARs), etc. Develop / Manage Operations content in Proposals (Recurring and non recurring Basis of Estimate) and Program EACs. Identify, monitor, and report on Program risks and opportunities and support Program Risk Review Board for new products. Engagement in Product Development, Producibility, Testability and how/where to “Make” Product. Kickoff Operations Program planning at Gate 5 for new Programs and assure manufacturing readiness Engage with engineering and supply chain on requirements flow down for Operations and Supply Chain partners. Engage in Program Test and Manufacturing Readiness Reviews (TRR/MRR) and ensure alignment to manufacturing plan and support of factory requirements. Support creation / execution of hardware maturation plans. Ability to work with Engineering and Influence product designs to achieve cost and schedule targets through Design for Manufacturing & Cost workshops, producibility/affordability studies, Transition To Production (TTP) planning and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) implementation.   Report on Program Contract On-Time Delivery (OTD) Performance for both CMC and non-CMC products. Support Gate 11 activities at close of Development/EDM /Production contracts. Travel will be required (10 - 20%)   Qualifications you must have: Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience Experience in manufacturing operations and product development, with a proven track record of transitioning products from development to production, including Manufacturing