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Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Enterprise Applications Analyst – Operations to lead the implementation, enhancement, and support of Oracle Fusion Cloud applications supporting enterprise operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong functional expertise across Inventory Management, Manufacturing, Procurement, Supply Chain Planning, Cost Management, and related operational processes, with the ability to translate complex business needs into scalable Oracle Cloud solutions.

This role will partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Finance stakeholders to optimize end-to-end business processes, improve data integrity, and deliver solutions using Oracle Fusion Cloud. The analyst will lead business process analysis, solution design, configuration, integration coordination, testing, user enablement, and production support. Familiarity with Oracle Redwood UX, reporting and analytics, and emerging AI-enabled capabilities is desirable.

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver, effective communicator, and trusted business partner who can collaborate across business units, drive standardization, and continuously improve operational efficiency and system adoption.

Position Responsibilities

Partners with business units and ensures every business decision is seen from the lens of our customer.

• Partner with Operations stakeholders to understand business requirements, identify process gaps, and recommend Oracle Fusion best practices.
• Design and support scalable Oracle Fusion Operations solutions with an emphasis on standard functionality, data integrity, and minimal customization.
• Drive measurable improvements in inventory accuracy, material flow, production execution, procurement effectiveness, and operational productivity.

Acts as the subject matter expert (SME) for designated partner business units.

• Serve as a functional subject matter expert for Oracle Fusion Operations applications and end-to-end business processes.
• Lead discovery workshops, process walkthroughs, fit-gap assessments, and solution design sessions.
• Provide functional expertise in Inventory, Manufacturing, Cost Management, and related operational integrations.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Planning, Purchasing, Warehouse Operations, Finance, and IT teams to resolve cross-functional issues.
• Troubleshoot production issues, analyze root causes, and identify sustainable process and system improvements.

Defines business requirements for designated business units

• Gather, analyze, document, and prioritize operational requirements, including business process flows and acceptance criteria.
• Configure Oracle Fusion Operations solutions, validate master data and business rules, and prepare functional design documentation.
• Support Conference Room Pilots (CRP), System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), cutover, and production deployments.
• Partner with integration, reporting, technical teams, vendors, and Oracle Support to resolve defects and deliver enhancements.

Collaborates with peers and project managers to balance BU and enterprise level optimization

• Collaborate across business units to deliver integrated enterprise Operations solutions and balance local requirements with enterprise standards.
• Promote standardized operational processes, governance, master data quality, and consistent system configuration across business units.
• Support production operations, incident resolution, enhancement delivery, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop documentation, train users, and share knowledge of Oracle Fusion Operations capabilities and best practices.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or equivalent experience.
• 10–15 years of Oracle enterprise applications experience.
• 8+ years of functional experience supporting supply chain, manufacturing,  inventory, or related operations applications.
• 3+ years of hands-on Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM implementation, configuration, or production support experience.
• Strong functional expertise in multiple Oracle Fusion Operations areas, including Inventory Management, Manufacturing, and/or Cost Management.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end plan-to-produce, inventory-to-fulfillment, and related master data processes.
• Experience in requirements analysis, business process design, application configuration, integrations, testing, and production support.
• Experience troubleshooting complex Oracle Fusion issues and working with Oracle Support and implementation partners.
• Strong analytical, root-cause analysis, stakeholder management, and communication skills.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM or Manufacturing certification is preferred.
• Experience with Oracle Quality Management, Maintenance, Service Logistics, Product Lifecycle Management, or mobile warehouse solutions is a plus.
• Experience with Oracle Redwood User Experience (UX), OTBI, operational reporting, and AI-enabled Oracle Cloud capabilities is desirable.
• Familiarity with operational analytics, exception management, workflow automation, and AI-assisted process improvements.
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
• Experience leading business workshops, user training, and knowledge transfer sessions.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment with a continuous improvement mindset.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office environment.
• Ability to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods.

Clearance Level

 

The salary range for this role is:

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 § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits:  AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, and flexible work schedule options. Depending on your business unit, role, and customer contract requirements, select programs may offer a 9/80 work schedule and paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply.  NO agencies please.

About AV:

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.

If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

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.

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