Principal Operations Program Manager

Mercury Systems•Torrance, CA

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

In this role, the Senior Principal Operations Program Manager (OPM) will have responsibility for multiple programs, some which may be executed in sites across the U.S. In this role, you will apply your existing knowledge of operations, material requirements planning, manufacturing and business acumen within a matrixed organization. You will be responsible for developing and executing operational program strategies/plans for a program, overall ownership program performance related to materials/operations, supply risk and opportunity management and communication of customer flow-through requirements such as FAR/DFARS, ITAR, offset, public law, quality, warranty, etc. You will be the conduit for the Program regarding all Operations and Materials. The OPM will support proposals by developing and leading material and operational proposal activities including task descriptions and basis of estimates. This work will be performed in conjunction with Factory Operations, Supply Chain, and Procurement functions. Candidate must have excellent written and oral communications skills to influence and communicate effectively across multiple areas outside of one's own job function as well as with parties external to the organization. This job may have limited direct reports, however it does require your ability to influence others outside of your immediate work area to explain and gain alignment on plans, policies, practices, and procedures. This is an on-site position in Torrance, CA with some hybrid availability based on discussions with the hiring manager.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor's and a minimum of 8 + years prior relevant experience in functional areas of Supply Chain, Operations (including Production Control), Program Management, or technical Project Management.
Experience providing inputs into and reviewing EACs, along with development of business cases
Experience in review and understanding of statements of work (SOW) and project requirements (technical and commercial)
Demonstrated strong analytical and prioritization skills
Experience leading teams with direct and indirect reports.
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation), leadership abilities, and the ability to work in an IPT environment
Critical Thinking skills

Nice To Haves

A self-starter, capable of achieving organizational and program objectives, and able to interface with all levels of internal management and external stakeholders.
Ability to succeed in the high stress, fast paced developmental environment.
Excellent time management skills and the ability to assign the appropriate priorities to the many tasks that need to be performed.
Knowledge of US Government acquisition laws and regulations (FAR).
Proficient in ERP/MRP business systems
Knowledge of MRCY-type products
Knowledge of EVMS
Knowledge of Space Programs

Responsibilities

Operations focal for the Program IPT; accountable for Operational aspects of the program (operations, materials, issue resolution)
Capacity Planning Strategy
Operations inputs to Customer proposals (BOM costing, Operations hours/costing, tooling/jigs, and full Operations BOE generation)
Support Estimates at Complete (EAC) and monthly Earned Value reporting
Support and present Operations metrics and data through Program Reviews (both internal and external) to Mercury and Customer leadership
Supplier risk and opportunity management to include obsolescence management, reporting, and improvement actions
Maintaining/Assessing the integrity of your programs' schedule
Champion efforts to meet readiness requirements throughout a NPI stage-gate process
Change leader, helping to drive Mercury’s strategy, structure, and values
This is a hand-ons position, supporting a large and complex program coupled with long-term improvements and initiatives
Strategic thinking coupled with ROI / business case development