Operations Program Manager

Viasat, Inc. • Duluth, GA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are thrilled to announce an opening for an Operations Program Manager to join our dynamic VGOV Aviation team in Duluth, GA! The Operations Program Manager (OPM) leads multi-functional production and aftermarket program teams and acts as the single point of accountability. They are a critical bridge between engineering, operations, and the business area to ensure the seamless transition of innovative products from concept through launch and sustainment. They focus on delivering world-class, high-visibility products on time, at scale, and of the highest quality. This role is a unique and rewarding position, combining aspects of production manufacturing, product engineering, depot repair, material control, and program management. Qualified candidates who are results driven, problem solvers, good communicators, and work well in a team-oriented environment should apply.

Requirements

• 4+ of experience in roles such as program management, operations management, or engineering (a mix of these in a hardware focused environment is highly preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain & Operations, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, or similar); advanced Excel skills for data analysis; ability to influence multi-functional teams via outstanding communications skills.
• US Citizenship is required.
• Must be able to work onsite in our Duluth, GA office 3 days a week minimum

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with aerospace products or RF components is a significant plus.
• Ability to partner with engineering to influence product design, focusing on manufacturability, testability, cost, and scalability.
• You don’t need a roadmap; you build one. You are comfortable making decisions, taking ownership, and driving projects forward with minimal supervision.
• Data-Driven Approach: You enjoy digging into data to find patterns and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Financial Literacy: You are experienced with managing budgets and are aware of operational levers and methods that ensure financial success.
• Risk Management: Experience with identifying risks and generating recovery plans.
• Complete Under Pressure: Proven ability to work under pressure, navigate ambiguity, and consistently deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• PMP, CSCP, CPIM, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher)

Responsibilities

• Provides day-to-day direction to a multi-functional team including representatives from manufacturing, test engineering, sourcing, production planning, and quality assurance.
• Leads and directs regular core team meetings while attending and reporting at executive program business reviews.
• Translates product line forecasts into an operational build plan.
• Manages schedule and product updates or adjustments.
• Plans labor forecasting and manufacturing capacity.
• Completes essential performance metrics.
• Ensure we are building/delivering and repairing/returning to our contractual commitments on our customer’s behalf.
• Responsible for defined budgets that must be well controlled to ensure program profitability.
• Identifies opportunities to apply lean methodologies to our production manufacturing and repair stations aimed at improving throughput, cost, and quality that are inclusive of up and downstream operations.
• Responsible for overseeing the entire PLM including production readiness, production execution, product updates & engineering change orders, obsolescence management, and aftermarket sustainment.

Benefits

• range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered
• comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level