LTAMDS Program Operations Manager

Program Operations Manager(s) (POM)

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Raytheon has an immediate need for a Program Operations Manager(s) (POM) for our Land and Air Defense programs in Andover, Massachusetts on the LTAMDS Product Line. This position will provide professionals with opportunities to grow their skills in operations management, technical operations, business communications, and leadership.

This individual will be responsible for coordinating with the LTAMDS Integrated Product Team (IPT), Manufacturing Work Centers, and other Functional Partners to ensure successful on time integration of the material and labor efforts necessary to support manufacturing and contract schedules. This position involves direct support of manufacturing activities and requires spending time in and around Andover factory areas. The ideal candidate will possess the demonstrated skills and experience necessary to perform technical, program, and manufacturing leadership roles. Successful candidates will drive overall management and participation in all phases of program development from capture and proposals through development, execution, and close-out.

Duties also include, but are not limited to : primary interface across all operation value streams, lead Operations role for implementing engineering change orders, presenting reports to the Customer and Directors representing his / her IPT team and operations performance, the overall management and coordination of recurring and non-recurring manufacturing resources to support program requirements, lead Operations through IPDS Gate processes and developing Manufacturing Plans, and supporting quarterly EAC's.

Managing the coordination and execution of program schedules with Global Supply Chain Management, Subcontracts, Engineering, and other functional areas.

Support Manufacturing Operations strategy and utilize CORE / R6Sigma best practices.

Lead the effort to develop and implement cost reduction initiatives for both recurring efforts and new business opportunities.

Coordinate Operations bids for new development and production proposals.

Generate production plans, make / where plans, and write manufacturing sections of technical proposals.

Typically requires : A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Previous leadership position in a fast paced technical or manufacturing environment that included multiple working organizations; this includes extensive experience building strong cross-functional teams with proven results.

Ability to lead collaborative teams on tactical and strategic discussions to drive results and breakdown barriers.

Understanding of manufacturing tool sets and how to leverage information from material receipt through Program close out within a defense contracting organization.

Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) / Material Resource Planning (MRP) systems, including but not limited to SAP, Kinaxis, PRISM / CMES.

Experience in capital planning (development), MRL (Manufacturing Readiness Level) Assessments, Make / Buy / Where process.

Knowledge of using IPDS (Integrated Product Development System) and create and manage a complex IMS using Microsoft Project processes.

Experience with Technical Data Package (TDP) reviews and approval via common Product Data Management (PDM).

Strong management skills including the ability to make decisions with minimal supervision, goal setting, delegation, coaching, and motivating.

Experience with transition of programs from design to manufacturing.

EVMS L2 Certification or ability to learn.

CORE / Six Sigma experience.

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value : Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.