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Operations Manager II - Aircraft Modification

Sierra Nevada Corporation · Hagerstown, MD

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Level
Manager
Team
Production
Base pay
$113k–$156k
Degree
Required
Experience asked
9+ years
Industry
Aerospace & defense
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A management production role at Sierra Nevada Corporation (aerospace & defense) in Hagerstown, MD. You will lead strategic initiatives to drive efficiency and effectiveness across multiple areas within operations.

They ask for
9+ years · degree required
Tools it names
Lean, Six Sigma, MES, EHS / safety
Base pay
$113k–$156k

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Production Engineer roles in Maryland: typical posted base $113k–$156k. This one lists $113k–$156k.

Median of the low and high ends of 5 live postings that list pay, out of 11 production engineer openings in Maryland, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 10 other live production postings in Maryland.

Experience asked
More than usual (9+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ EHS / safety 36%
  • Automation 27%
  • ✓ Team leadership 27%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Lean, Six Sigma, MES, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 9+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Lifts up to 25 lbs

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This plant: Sierra Nevada Corporation in Hagerstown

1 other open role at this site.

Full description from Sierra Nevada CorporationAs posted on their careers site.Show

Responsibilities

  • ◆Oversee and manage complex manufacturing operations, production control, and inventory control activities.
  • ◆Lead and implement advanced process improvement initiatives with cross-functional teams.
  • ◆Develop and execute manufacturing strategies to meet customer

requirements

and business objectives.

  • ✓Prepare, manage, and optimize budgets for operational departments.
  • ✓Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
  • ✓Develop and enforce comprehensive operational policies and procedures.
  • ✓Foster cross-functional collaboration to drive operational excellence.
  • ✓Identify and implement new technologies to enhance manufacturing efficiency.

You Must Have

  • ✓Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Operations, Business, Logistics, or related field of study .
  • ✓9+ years of operations management experience with at least 2+ years in a leadership role.
  • ✓Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of related experience is required.
  • ✓Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
  • ✓Extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes, inventory management, and regulatory compliance.
  • ✓Ability to cultivate a safety-first culture and maintain high levels of technical workmanship.
  • ✓Thorough understanding of and experience with the practical application of production/manufacturing principles, techniques, and best practices.
  • ✓Ability to understand and interpret moderately complex technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications.
  • ✓Progressive experience with materials management systems.
  • ✓Previous supervisory experience; the ability to recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.

Essential Functions

  • ◆Ability to work on a computer for the majority of the work shift.
  • ◆Hand/finger dexterity for data entry and document handling.
  • ◆Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
  • ◆Ability to stand or walk for extended periods.
  • ◆Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
  • ◆Ability to travel occasionally as required.
  • ◆Ability to read detailed operational documents, reports, and computer screens.
  • ◆Ability to inspect operations and facilities, potentially in different lighting conditions.
  • ◆Ability to navigate large facilities, including climbing stairs or ladders if necessary.
  • ◆Ability to drive or operate a vehicle for site visits or other work-related travel.
  • ◆Ability to perform fine motor tasks such as adjusting small controls or tools during inspections or demonstrations.
  • ◆Ability to hear and understand spoken communication in noisy environments such as manufacturing floors or during team meetings.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more .

Show full description ↓

Are you looking to advance your career and flex your leadership and manufacturing operations expertise in a fast-paced and rewarding organization? Join us! As an Operations Manager II, you will lead strategic initiatives to drive efficiency and effectiveness across multiple areas within operations. This mid-level management position involves overseeing manufacturing, production control, engineering, and materials functions. You will ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards, and develop operational plans, budgets, policies, and procedures.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.

We Prefer

  • •Professional certification in Lean manufacturing processes, implementation or Six Sigma.
  • •Advanced proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) software and data analysis tools.
  • •Familiarity with Lean, Six-sigma, and/or Theory of Constraints Manufacturing Principles.
  • •Understanding of Assembly, Integration, and Test practices.
  • •Understanding of airworthiness principles, safety programs, and operational readiness expectations.
  • •Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.

Important notice

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. Learn more

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