Principal Business Operations Analyst

Textron
Any Location, MD
Job Description
Role Overview

The Principal Business Operations Analyst serves as the senior architect for designing and governing the foundational systems, data structures, and operational workflows that enable effective execution across the Weapons Operations organization. The position leads development of resource and planner codes, Oracle ERP frameworks, bill-of-process models, and digital process mappings that ensure accurate system inputs, full cross-functional alignment, and seamless integration with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Program Management. By establishing core operations metrics, standardized workflow, and future-state operational roadmaps, this team member drives transformation initiatives that strengthen data integrity, improve planning accuracy, and optimize end-to-end business flow.

What You Will Do

The responsibilities of the Principal Business Operations Analyst include serving as the senior operational architect responsible for developing, implementing, and governing new resource codes, planner codes, and Oracle system structures across the emerging Weapons Operations organization. The position also involves establishing standardized operational workflows, defining and implementing core operations metrics, and leading the creation of Operations data models, bill-of-process structures, and digital process mappings.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, planner activities, and the operational data required to support effective production execution. They will also have the ability to lead cross-functional operational transformation initiatives with measurable business impact and exceptional communication skills to influence leadership, guide operational teams, and translate business requirements into scalable processes.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations Management, or related discipline
  • 12+ years of experience in business operations, production planning, supply chain, or ERP-driven manufacturing environments
  • Deep expertise with Oracle ERP—particularly in resource code creation, planner code structure, routing/BOM integration, and execution system logic
  • Proven experience building operational frameworks, business metrics, and enterprise data flows for large-scale or multi-site organizations
  • Ability to lead cross-functional operational transformation initiatives with measurable business impact
  • Advanced competency with data analysis, metric development, dashboarding, and establishing performance indicators for operational health
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence leadership, guide operational teams, and translate business requirements into scalable processes
  • Experience developing standard work, process flows, and command media for complex aerospace or defense operational environments
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance; U.S. citizenship required

Benefits

  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Education Assistance
  • Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
  • Career Development & Training Opportunities
  • Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
  • Paid Parental Leave
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