Senior Operations Program Manager
US-MD-Germantown
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Req #: 100842
Type: Fulltime-Regular
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Overview: Hughes Network Systems, a global leader in broadband satellite technology based in Gaithersburg, MD, seeks an Operations Program Manager (OPM) reporting directly to the SVP of Operations. Responsibilities: The Operations Program Manager will be responsible for facilitating new product introductions and managing each stage of the product development life cycle. What Success Looks Like (Objectives): * Organize daily operational activities while initiating, executing, and closing complex NPI projects * Drive cross-functional alignment across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Procurement to achieve product goals * Develop production tooling, budgets, forecasts, cost targets, and sourcing strategies to optimize lifecycle builds * Analyze product structures and Bill of Materials (BOM) to ensure manufacturing accuracy; leverage AI-driven predictive tools to optimize schedules * Mitigate potential risks, troubleshoot operational challenges, and present regular progress updates to executive leadership Qualifications: Core Skills and Competencies (What you'll bring): * Extensive background leading complex NPI build activities and managing full product lifecycles * Advanced proficiency in operational risk mitigation, program strategy, and cross-functional leadership * Strong analytical ability to evaluate BOM structures, manufacturing cost targets, and distribution strategies * Practical AI Application literacy to streamline workflows, enhance forecasting accuracy, and monitor project performance * Exceptional communication, executive stakeholder management, and collaborative problem-solving expertise Additional Qualifications: * Master's degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related discipline * Proficiency in SAP enterprise software along with advanced MS Office skills Minimum Requirements: * Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related field * Minimum Experience: 5+ years of related work experience in operations program management * Required Technical Skills: * 5+ years of experience managing NPI processes and product lifecycle build activities * 5+ years of experience managing product structures, BOM reviews, and manufacturing readiness * 5+ years of experience leading cross-functional project teams across engineering, procurement, and operations Visa sponsorship not available for this position #LI-JZ2
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