Sr. Manager, Program Performance Operational Excellence (Onsite)
About The Position
The Sr. Manager, Performance Operational Excellence, Strategic Military Development, drives organizational efficiency and supports successful execution of strategic initiatives across military development programs. The role serves as a trusted advisor to the Executive Director and a central integrator for cross-functional teams, aligning resources, priorities, and communications to support program goals. The position partners with executive and program leadership on the military development strategic agenda; coordinates planning and execution of initiatives; supports cross-functional integration and Integrated Program Management Team (IPMT) operating rhythms; and provides analysis, decision support, communications, and process-improvement leadership. It also coordinates internal stakeholders and external partners, supports workforce planning and talent development, and maintains awareness of Department of Defense priorities and acquisition pathways. This is an onsite U.S.-based role in East Hartford, Connecticut. An active, transferable Secret security clearance and U.S. citizenship are required before the start date.
Requirements
- Typically requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, finance, business, political science, or a related discipline and at least 10 years of experience in aerospace, defense, military programs, or government contracting; alternatively, an advanced degree and at least 7 years of relevant experience.
- Experience in program management, operations leadership, or strategic planning roles.
- Experience with Department of Defense procurement processes, military customer environments, and development/acquisition lifecycles.
- Experience using financial, scheduling, and performance management tools.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead cross-functional teams.
- Active and transferable U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance required before the start date.
- U.S. citizenship required because only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree such as an MBA, MS, MPA, or related field.
- Experience supporting senior leaders or serving as a chief of staff in technical, defense, or government environments.
- Experience in change management, organizational design, or enterprise-level process optimization.
- Familiarity with workforce planning and talent development initiatives in a military or defense context.
Responsibilities
- Partner with executive and program leadership to develop, communicate, and manage the military development strategic agenda.
- Lead and coordinate planning, execution, and monitoring of initiatives aligned with business objectives.
- Facilitate cross-functional integration across engineering, program management, operations, supply chain, finance, and government relations.
- Manage IPMT operating rhythms, including staff meetings, business reviews, governance forums, and strategic planning cycles.
- Support senior-level communications, including presentations, customer briefings, internal communications, and executive reports.
- Provide decision support through analysis, scenario planning, and synthesis of complex information.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational performance and organizational effectiveness.
- Coordinate internal stakeholders and external partners, ensuring timely issue resolution and escalation.
- Support workforce planning, organizational health activities, and talent development initiatives within Military Development.
- Maintain awareness of Department of Defense priorities, acquisition pathways, and emerging military needs to inform strategy and program direction.
- Perform IPMT administrative tasks, including calendar management, meeting agenda preparation, and logistics coordination.
- Manage incoming and outgoing communications efficiently and confidentially, ensuring timely responses and appropriate action.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Flexible work schedules
- Employee assistance program
- Employee Scholar Program
- Parental leave
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
