Drive Operational Excellence in Aerospace: Program Office & Operational Execution Support (Hybrid)

Role Summary & Impact

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to hire a Program Office and Operational Execution Support professional who will play a key role in production planning, manufacturing readiness, and operational execution. This hybrid position supports critical aerospace programs by ensuring production plans are aligned, risks are proactively managed, and cross-functional teams stay focused on on-time delivery.

What You’ll Do (Day-to-Day Responsibilities)

Support production planning, manufacturing readiness, and the review and generation of production plans

Develop and maintain baseline production plans aligned with program lifecycle requirements

Analyze manufacturing readiness levels, capacity, throughput, and continuity of supply

Perform gap analysis and deliver monthly progress and status reporting

Support cross-functional special project planning and execution across operations and manufacturing teams

Act as a direct liaison to the program office for operational execution and issue resolution

Monitor and track manufacturing processes and material positions for overdue or at-risk products

Support and report on recovery plans to bring production back on schedule

Assist with cost reduction project planning and execution

Use SAP to analyze production order status, demand allocation, and part shortages

Perform part shortage analysis and clearly communicate risks and mitigation plans

Required Qualifications

Operations management or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment

Experience with standard operations management and production planning activities

SAP experience to assess production orders, material shortages, and demand/part allocation

Experience performing part shortage analysis

Strong communication skills with the ability to interface across multiple operations groups and factory teams

Strong data analytics and Excel skills

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.                                               
 

Preferred Qualifications

Manufacturing experience, particularly with mechanical components

Experience supporting recovery plans, capacity planning, or cost reduction initiatives

Degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent work experience

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect operations-focused professionals with industry-leading aerospace partners where execution matters. You’ll benefit from:

Competitive pay rate of $39.88 per hour

Full-time consultant opportunity (6-month assignment)

Hybrid work environment, with flexibility and onsite support when hardware is flowing

A collaborative culture that values accountability, communication, and problem-solving

Exposure to high-visibility aerospace manufacturing and operations programs

Position Details

Job Type: Full Time; Consultant (6 months)

Location: Windsor Locks, CT 06096 (Hybrid)

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 1st Shift, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (flexibility expected)

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today

If you bring hands-on operations or supply chain experience and want to support complex aerospace programs from planning through execution, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join PDS Tech Commercial and help keep aerospace production moving forward.

Pay Details: $39.88 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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