Operations Program Manager II at AeroVironment

Petaluma, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Manufacturing Management, or Engineering related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Minimum 2–5 years of experience in Operations and/or Project Management
  • Demonstrated collaborative problem-solving skill set
  • Experience in a technical environment
  • Knowledge of Project Management methods, tools, and processes
  • Ability to interface effectively with internal teams
  • Basic familiarity with use and application of export licenses for the export of military products to foreign countries
  • Qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR (U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or person approved for export license)
  • Ability to work in an office environment (constant), sit/stand for long periods (frequent), talk/hear/use hands/fingers (frequent), lift up to 10 lbs. (occasional)

Responsibilities

  • Management of the Operations portion of the program throughout the program's life cycle
  • Working with Sustaining Engineering and the Program Manager, ensures alignment and understanding of requirements
  • Development, implementation, and management of controls and success criteria to provide and status a performance measurement baseline
  • Identify, analyze, and report on technical, quality, and schedule Risks & Opportunities
  • Coordinates and aligns project teams and their inter-dependencies
  • In conjunction with Planning and the Factory Managers, establishes, communicates, and reports factory priorities
  • Aligns and informs stakeholders of program's status hardware (delivery) status
  • Coordination of flight acceptance testing (test, transport, after-actions)
  • Participate in Failure Analysis and Corrective Actions
  • Working with Supply Chain, ensures the proper flow down of technical and schedule requirements to critical subcontract and purchased part suppliers
  • Understanding and maintenance of product requirements
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills

Program Management
Operations Management
Project Management
Supply Chain Management
Production Planning
Risk Management
Manufacturing
Quality Assurance
Failure Analysis
Corrective Actions
Engineering Coordination
Performance Measurement

AeroVironment

Develops autonomous robotic systems for defense

About AeroVironment

AeroVironment develops and sells autonomous robotic systems that can perform various missions without human intervention. These systems are designed to enhance operational efficiency, reduce risks to personnel, and provide valuable data to users. The company primarily serves government agencies, defense organizations, and commercial clients, focusing on the defense and aerospace sectors. AeroVironment stands out from its competitors by emphasizing sustainability and environmental responsibility in its business practices, which not only helps the environment but also builds loyalty among employees and customers. The company's goal is to lead the market in intelligent robotic systems while promoting sustainable practices and creating new business opportunities.

Monrovia, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1971Year Founded
$20.3MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, Aerospace, DefenseIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health, Dental, & Vision
Health Savings Account
401(k) Account
Alternative Work Schedule
Educational and Tuition Assistance Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Sick Leave Donation
Time Off
Travel Assistance
Company Sponsored Events

Risks

Competition from European drone companies like Parrot may impact market share.
US-China trade tensions could disrupt AeroVironment's supply chain.
BlueHalo acquisition poses integration risks and management distraction.

Differentiation

AeroVironment specializes in unmanned aircraft systems for defense and commercial markets.
The company focuses on sustainability and innovation in autonomous robotic systems.
AeroVironment's acquisition of BlueHalo enhances its defense technology capabilities.

Upsides

Increased demand for Western-made drones boosts AeroVironment's market share.
BlueHalo acquisition enhances AeroVironment's competitive edge in defense technology.
Customizable AI UAVs attract new military contracts with enhanced adaptability.

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