We are seeking a Director of Manufacturing & Production Planning to join our growing facility in Camden, Arkansas. This role will work with Camden Site Leadership and Program customers.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

Our growing Camden, AR site has the newest, state-of-the-art large solid rocket motor facility in the nation to produce rocket motors that support our nation's most important next generation national security programs, like the Sentinel (Ground Based Strategic Deterrent), hypersonics and missile defense targets. Camden is also where we produce solid rocket motors and warheads critical to the nation's defense, like THAAD, Standard Missile, Tactical Tomahawk, Javelin and the Patriot Missile System. Check out this short YouTube video featuring our Camden site: Successful test of Aerojet Rocketdyne's eSR-73 advanced large solid rocket motor

You're not just "doing a job" at Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company. The work you perform makes significant contributions to national security and space exploration.

Inspiring Company Culture - Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation's aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers | L3Harris
• Paid Time Off- Accrue 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 4/10 schedule providing longer weekends. Plus 90 hours of paid holidays on average throughout the year.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness programs. Want to know more? Check out: Benefits | L3Harris
• Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match
• Professional Development - Tuition assistance, free professional development training through Rocket University and Energetics University, employee recognition, and leadership development programs
• Employee Resource Groups - Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs

20% - Provide leadership and management for the Camden, AR operations for production of Energetics, production of Rocket Motors, Warheads and other related ordinance.

20% - Provide leadership to a diverse team and mentor the team in achieving operational excellence.

20% - Lead interactions with external customers and government officials that visit the site.

20% - Ensure compliance to both safety and QA regulatory offices. Ensure that both commercial and government QA certification are maintained through site compliance.

20% - Lead all site activities to ensure that products are produced to schedule and budget. Interface with Program Managers to ensure alignment of resources and capabilities to meet business demands.

Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 14 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience leading production operations in a DOD energetic operation.

May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level. Requires U.S. Citizenship. Must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience managing a DoD compliant Earned Value Management budget system needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 8 to 10 years of demonstrated use of LEAN principles leading production operations.
• Thorough understanding and demonstrated use of ERP systems desired.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in standard manufacturing and office settings and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit and to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 15 pounds; may require minimal walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. Requires the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.