Enterprise Applications Manager

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

Summary

The Enterprise Applications Manager is a working manager responsible for leading a team while serving as the hands-on Oracle Fusion PLM subject matter expert (SME). Approximately 15% of the role is people management and 85% is tactical, hands-on application work. This individual will work in close partnership with the current Oracle Fusion PLM lead and administrators, stepping in to provide expert-level support in areas where the team is still developing proficiency. A key responsibility is to design and implement skill development plans for team members to ensure the group quickly achieves self-sufficiency and reduces reliance on external consultants.

The role also oversees the broader engineering applications portfolio (e.g., GitLab, JIRA, SolidWorks, CAD/PDM, and license management) while driving continuous improvement, system compliance, and cross-functional support across IT, Engineering, and other business units.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Enterprise Applications Analyst team responsible for Oracle Fusion PLM and the broader engineering applications portfolio (e.g., GitLab, JIRA, SolidWorks, CAD/PDM). Oversee staffing, recruiting, workforce planning, professional development, and foster a collaborative, accountable team culture.
• Serve as the Oracle Fusion PLM SME, closing knowledge gaps and leading configuration, administration, integration, compliance, and extension work while mentoring PLM admins to build long-term capability.
• Partner with PLM and Engineering leadership to deliver stable, scalable, and compliant solutions and to reduce consultant dependency. Step in as a technical contributor on critical projects, especially during new business rollouts and phased PLM deployments.
• Oversee and guide engineering applications management, ensuring license compliance, system health, and timely delivery of upgrades, enhancements, and process improvements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, Engineering, and other business units to design enterprise solutions aligned with strategic objectives, balancing business needs and technical constraints.
• Act as a trusted advisor to business units—building strong relationships, defining technology roadmaps, and managing the demand pipeline and business cases for new initiatives.
• Promote digital enablement and business value, focusing on process optimization, risk mitigation, continuity, and capability maturity.
• Lead requirements and solution delivery, gathering business needs, defining feasible designs, managing change requests, and ensuring post-implementation adoption.
• Monitor and improve performance, establishing KPIs for system uptime, data quality, and team productivity while tracking enhancement opportunities from production issues.
• Communicate effectively at all levels, producing executive-ready reports, presentations, and dashboards to drive alignment and decision-making.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in enterprise applications administration, with deep expertise in Oracle Fusion PLM (Product Development and Product Data Hub).
• 5+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience in technical or engineering environments.
• Hands-on experience and proven experience managing projects and leading teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with engineering applications such as GitLab, JIRA, JAMA, SolidWorks, etc. and their licensing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of service and application delivery, as well as successful service level agreement accomplishments.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams to success.
• Strong project management skills managing pipelines, demand generation, deadlines, prioritization, cross-functional teams, and process.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and productivity/reporting tools.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Project management certification (PMP, CAPM, or equivalent) preferred.
• Oracle Fusion PLM and/or Configuration & Data Management certifications a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of conducting business requirement workshops
• Big picture mindset to act tactically but think strategically
• In-depth understanding of day-to-day operations and business needs of business unit(s)
• Highly skilled in negotiation and problem-solving techniques
• Ability to positively influence others and to break down organizational silos
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, experience working with cross-functional teams, and presenting to leadership
• Ability to apply principles of logic to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Demonstrated ability to be organized and work both independently and within a team, with strong attention to detail and strong project management skills
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Special Requirements

• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
• Will be required to travel mostly within the Continental U.S.

The salary range for this role is:

$136,807 - $194,040

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment's business requirements. A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:

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Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we've been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world's most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution's permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company's hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship required