Operations Program Manager

Overview As an Operations Program Manager, you drive the end-to-end operations for space hardware programs in a high-mix, low-volume setting. You lead cross-functional teams across design, manufacturing, and test to ensure on-time delivery of spaceflight hardware. You shape manufacturing readiness, cost and schedule oversight, and continuous improvement initiatives. This high-visibility role values proactive problem-solving, leadership, and collaboration to deliver complex opto-mechanical assemblies. Compensation / Benefitshealth and disability insurance401(k) matchflexible spending accountsEAPeducation assistanceparental leave ResponsibilitiesLead planning and execution for operations across design for manufacturability, production planning, facilities, test, quality, and supply chainDirect operational functions in assembly and integration of opto-mechanical and electrical assembliesProvide program-level status on cost, schedule and delivery to program managersAlign plans with Integrated Product Team leaders to ensure feasibilityEstimate and track operational costs and drive Continuous Improvement to reduce wasteIncorporate DFMAT, APQP, and Lean concepts from design through build and deliverySupport design engineering, analysis, program management, process development, and proposalsCreate and present materials for Peer Reviews, MMRs, and customer reviewsProvide capacity planning and lab space layout support for new programsServe as technical leader, advisor, and mentor to the teams Key requirementsBachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of relevant experience; or Graduate Degree with 4+ years; or 10+ years in lieu of a degreeAbility to obtain secret clearanceExperience leading teams or programs in a production environmentManufacturing engineering, supply chain, or related operational experienceExperience with complex electro-mechanical and optical assembliesLean certification (Green Belt/Black Belt)Familiarity with AS9100/ISO9001 standardsExperience with Optical systems and NPIProven track record solving complex engineering problems in manufacturingproblem-solving capabilitystrong people skillspresentation capabilities for internal/external stakeholdersdesign for manufacturability (DFM)APQPLean manufacturing