Operations Program Manager Security Clearance

Position: Operations Program Manager with Security Clearance
A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring an Operations Program Manager (OPM). Position Type:
Full time Contract, Possible Temp to Direct
Duration: 06-12 Months

Location:

Philadelphia, PA 19116 (Onsite) As an Operations Program Manager (OPM), you will:

• Represent Production Operations as the primary point of contact for program execution, cost, and schedule performance.

• Lead coordination between Operations and PMO, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Finance.

• Resolve shop floor priority conflicts and ensure alignment with program objectives.

• Serve as Control Account Manager (CAM) for Earned Value Management (EVM), maintaining labor baselines and assessing risks & opportunities.

• Develop and execute manufacturing program plans, staffing strategies, and production schedules.

• Drive problem resolution efforts and lead cross-functional teams to meet program goals.

• Coordinate make/buy decisions and capital expenditure planning to support program needs.

• Support proposal development for new business and scope changes.

• Contribute to site capacity planning and collaborate with Master Scheduling to maintain accurate manufacturing/test schedules.

• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance cost and schedule performance.

Essential Functions:

• Own technical scope, schedule, and cost for assigned programs.

• Collaborate with IPT Leads and functional managers to ensure successful execution.

• Maintain and update Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) inputs and change management.

• Monitor and resolve issues via Rolling Action Item List (RAIL).

• Support verification and validation of new processes and product improvements.

• Participate in multidisciplinary reviews across development, certification, and production phases.

• Facilitate design for manufacturability, testability, and inspect ability.

• Develop and implement successful metrics and business strategies.

• Coach and manage cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.

Preferred Experience &

Skills:

• MS in Engineering Management / Industrial Engineering or MBA.

• Proven leadership of multi-functional Integrated Product Teams.

• Experience across all phases of manufacturing and program lifecycle.

• Hands-on experience in shop operations, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.

• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Skilled in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and present to executive leadership. The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.

• Working Knowledge of GDMT
• General understanding of IPC Standards

• Strong background in Earned Value Management and budget control. Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines. ASK ME HOW. Thank you!
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PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range*: $90-$100 per hour

* Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. Benefits:
Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following:
Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal &  protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP). ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS:
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global…