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Manager Operations

Frederick, MD · On-site

Job ID: 115034 The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and ... Manage the development, and monitor execution, of manufacturing schedules * Develop budgets and ...

Leonardo DRS

Manager Operations

Frederick, MD

Job ID: 115034 The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and ... Manage the development, and monitor execution, of manufacturing schedules * Develop budgets and ...

Leonardo DRS

Fabrication Operator

West Plains, MO · On-site

$17.25 - $20/hr

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of ... guidelines and the basic operation of tools within Fab area, in specific large and small ...

Leonardo DRS

Fabrication Operator

West Plains, MO

$17.25 - $20/hr

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of ... guidelines and the basic operation of tools within Fab area, in specific large and small ...

Leonardo DRS

Associate Planner

West Plains, MO · On-site

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of ... Drive consistent communications between planning, project accounting, and project management for ...

Leonardo DRS

Associate Assembler - Temporary

High Ridge, MO

$14.50 - $17/hr

For more information on Leonardo DRS, visit www.leonardodrs.com, and for details on our Commercial/Industrial operations, see www.marlocoil.com. Job Responsibilities * Responsible and accountable for ...

Leonardo DRS

Associate Assembler - Temporary

High Ridge, MO · On-site

$14.50 - $17/hr

For more information on Leonardo DRS, visit www.leonardodrs.com, and for details on our Commercial/Industrial operations, see www.marlocoil.com. Job Responsibilities * Responsible and accountable for ...

Leonardo DRS

Project Engineer

Germantown, MD · On-site

$134K - $181K/yr

Job ID: 114170 DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar ... Interact with technical management, other professionals, technicians and support personnel to ...

Leonardo DRS

Subcontracts Manager

High Ridge, MO · On-site

... Leonardo DRS, visit www.leonardodrs.com, and for details on our Commercial/Industrial operations ... Obtain management approval prior to issuance to the subcontractor * Participate in subcontractor ...

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Do workers at Leonardo DRS get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
73% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Does Leonardo DRS pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
80% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

At Leonardo DRS, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
74% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and August 2026.

Is the health insurance from Leonardo DRS affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
89% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Leonardo DRS?

Most people get paid time off work.
94% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 57% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 29% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 14% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and December 2025.

Do workers at Leonardo DRS worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
94% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do Leonardo DRS workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
37% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

How easy is it for Leonardo DRS workers to change shifts?

Most people find it hard to change shifts.
73% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and March 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Leonardo DRS?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
83% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do Leonardo DRS managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
90% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do jobs at Leonardo DRS spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
19% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Leonardo DRS?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
95% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Is a Leonardo DRS job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
100% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Is working at Leonardo DRS good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
85% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Leonardo DRS feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
78% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Leonardo DRS get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
85% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Leonardo DRS?

Some people feel stressed out here.
63% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Leonardo DRS enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
86% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Leonardo DRS recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
50% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Leonardo DRS?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
44% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Leonardo DRS?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 49% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people think Leonardo DRS’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
81% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Leonardo DRS is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
70% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.
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Senior Manager Operational Excellence

Leonardo DRS

Bridgeton, MO

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Leonardo DRS rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

114th of 537 rated manufacturers

Job description

Job ID: 113966 

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 5 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.  

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Senior Manager of Operational Excellence for our West Plains, MO location.  APEX (Always Performing for Excellence) is the Leonardo DRS Operational Excellence program designed to drive our culture, our way of life to a new level as the team strives for excellence in pursuit of top performance.  The Senior Operational Excellence Manager supports the Business Unit on Operational Excellence initiatives and is viewed as a Subject Matter Expert and business partner.

Job Responsibilities
  • Guide, maintain and monitor the operational excellence program and activities, ensuring integration and coordination with the Operational Excellence leadership
  • Manage opportunities identified for improvement using Operational Excellence principles and methodologies
  • Oversee process improvement events, define and monitor performance metrics, foster culture, and mentor quality team
  • Provide subject matter expertise in structured problem solving & root cause analysis, leading complex investigations and teaching/coaching others in problem solving methodology
  • Conducts briefings with and provide technical guidance for senior leadership and top executive management
  • Establishes processes and ensure that these processes conform to the organization's and/or corporate policies and procedures, values, and federal, state, and local regulations
  • Lead cross-functional teams in defining and scoping charters for continuous improvement projects
  • Provide advice and assistance to other departments as required
  • Establish and utilize dashboards for KPI's, track performance of Operational Excellence Cost Savings and Project goals
  • Manage execution in support of 5S, Visual Controls, Risk Management, Change Management, and Strategy Deployment
  • Develop and maintain integrated project plans
  • Effectively communicate with team members, senior leaders and key stakeholders on the status, objectives, risks, and mitigation plans associated with projects, as well as ensure team members are aware of integrated project timelines
  • Manage the Quality and Lean Six Sigma strategy to facilitate continuous production of products consistent with established industry standards, government regulations and customer requirements
  • Ensure OE standards (e.g., DMAIC, Lean, Root Cause Analysis) are being used for problem solving (tools and methods) and daily continuous improvement.  Champion use of KPI / metric management for data-based decision making.  Identify and support individuals with interest in OE leading to development/certification of future Yellow/Green/Black Belts
  • Improve overall business operations focusing on material flow, line balancing, lineside material presentation, and on deployment, and other lean manufacturing principles and practices
  • Provide training in support of operational excellence objectives and the execution of chartered projects
  • Support and drive Corrective Action Request responses and share best practices
  • Manage budget, cost, schedule and rate of return for operational excellence activities
  • Communicate clearly (written and oral) with customers, people and partners
  • Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
  • Attend appropriate customer or business meetings
  • Other responsibilities, as needed by the organization
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 5 years experience focused in Lean Practice and Problem Solving or Operational Excellence 
  • 7+ years of relevant experience
  • Industry certification in Lean Principles and/or Six Sigma
  • Proficient technical expertise with demonstrated application
  • Excellent interpersonal, leadership, negotiation, communication and writing skills
  • Willing and able to travel up to 40% as needed

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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