Senior Operations Program Manager
EchoStar•Germantown, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
Hughes Network Systems, a global leader in broadband satellite technology based in Gaithersburg, MD, seeks an Operations Program Manager (OPM) reporting directly to the SVP of Operations. The Operations Program Manager will be responsible for facilitating new product introductions and managing each stage of the product development life cycle.
Requirements
- Extensive background leading complex NPI build activities and managing full product lifecycles
- Advanced proficiency in operational risk mitigation, program strategy, and cross-functional leadership
- Strong analytical ability to evaluate BOM structures, manufacturing cost targets, and distribution strategies
- Practical AI Application literacy to streamline workflows, enhance forecasting accuracy, and monitor project performance
- Exceptional communication, executive stakeholder management, and collaborative problem-solving expertise
- Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related field
- Minimum Experience: 5+ years of related work experience in operations program management
- 5+ years of experience managing NPI processes and product lifecycle build activities
- 5+ years of experience managing product structures, BOM reviews, and manufacturing readiness
- 5+ years of experience leading cross-functional project teams across engineering, procurement, and operations
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related discipline
- Proficiency in SAP enterprise software along with advanced MS Office skills
Responsibilities
- Organize daily operational activities while initiating, executing, and closing complex NPI projects
- Drive cross-functional alignment across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Procurement to achieve product goals
- Develop production tooling, budgets, forecasts, cost targets, and sourcing strategies to optimize lifecycle builds
- Analyze product structures and Bill of Materials (BOM) to ensure manufacturing accuracy; leverage AI-driven predictive tools to optimize schedules
- Mitigate potential risks, troubleshoot operational challenges, and present regular progress updates to executive leadership
Benefits
- Versatile health perks
- Flexible spending accounts
- HSA
- 401(k) Plan with company match
- ESPP
- Career opportunities
- Flexible time away plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
