Enterprise Applications Manager

AeroVironment-posted 2 months ago

$136,807 - $194,040/Yr

Full-time • Manager

Simi Valley, CA

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The Enterprise Applications Manager is a working manager responsible for leading a team while serving as the hands-on Oracle Fusion PLM subject matter expert (SME). Approximately 15% of the role is people management and 85% is tactical, hands-on application work. This individual will work in close partnership with the current Oracle Fusion PLM lead and administrators, stepping in to provide expert-level support in areas where the team is still developing proficiency. A key responsibility is to design and implement skill development plans for team members to ensure the group quickly achieves self-sufficiency and reduces reliance on external consultants. The role also oversees the broader engineering applications portfolio (e.g., GitLab, JIRA, SolidWorks, CAD/PDM, and license management) while driving continuous improvement, system compliance, and cross-functional support across IT, Engineering, and other business units.

Lead and manage the Enterprise Applications Analyst team responsible for Oracle Fusion PLM and the broader engineering applications portfolio.
Oversee staffing, recruiting, workforce planning, professional development, and foster a collaborative, accountable team culture.
Serve as the Oracle Fusion PLM SME, closing knowledge gaps and leading configuration, administration, integration, compliance, and extension work while mentoring PLM admins.
Partner with PLM and Engineering leadership to deliver stable, scalable, and compliant solutions and to reduce consultant dependency.
Step in as a technical contributor on critical projects, especially during new business rollouts and phased PLM deployments.
Oversee and guide engineering applications management, ensuring license compliance, system health, and timely delivery of upgrades, enhancements, and process improvements.
Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, Engineering, and other business units to design enterprise solutions aligned with strategic objectives.
Act as a trusted advisor to business units, building strong relationships, defining technology roadmaps, and managing the demand pipeline.
Promote digital enablement and business value, focusing on process optimization, risk mitigation, continuity, and capability maturity.
Lead requirements and solution delivery, gathering business needs, defining feasible designs, managing change requests, and ensuring post-implementation adoption.
Monitor and improve performance, establishing KPIs for system uptime, data quality, and team productivity.
Communicate effectively at all levels, producing executive-ready reports, presentations, and dashboards.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline.
Minimum 12 years of experience in enterprise applications administration, with deep expertise in Oracle Fusion PLM.
5+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience in technical or engineering environments.
Hands-on experience managing projects and leading teams in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with engineering applications such as GitLab, JIRA, JAMA, SolidWorks, etc.
Demonstrated knowledge of service and application delivery, as well as successful service level agreement accomplishments.
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
Strong project management skills managing pipelines, demand generation, deadlines, prioritization, and cross-functional teams.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and productivity/reporting tools.

Project management certification (PMP, CAPM, or equivalent) preferred.
Oracle Fusion PLM and/or Configuration & Data Management certifications a plus.
Extensive knowledge of conducting business requirement workshops.
Big picture mindset to act tactically but think strategically.
In-depth understanding of day-to-day operations and business needs of business unit(s).
Highly skilled in negotiation and problem-solving techniques.
Ability to positively influence others and to break down organizational silos.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to apply principles of logic to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
Demonstrated ability to be organized and work both independently and within a team.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401K with company matching.
9/80 work schedule.
Paid holiday shutdown.

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