Manager, Planning & Operational Excellence

**Overview**

Element is seeking a **Department Manager (Planning & Engineering)** to lead planning, scheduling, and program execution for aerospace testing operations in Huntington Beach. Guided by our mission of “Making tomorrow safer than today,” this role enables safe, accurate, and on time delivery of complex test programs. You’ll lead a team of planners and collaborate cross functionally with Engineering, Lab Operations, Sales, and Quality to translate customer requirements into executable plans in a fast paced, high impact environment.

Salary: $95,000 - $115,000/yr DOE

**Responsibilities**

Planning & Scheduling Leadership

+ Lead the planning function to ensure efficient scheduling, resource allocation, and on-time execution of customer work.
+ Own end-to-end planning processes from work order creation through project completion.
+ Monitor workflow, capacity, and work-in-process (WIP) to proactively identify and resolve bottlenec...