Director of Logistics

Job Description
You don’t see it, but it’s there. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too.

Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The World ™.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with us.

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, working onsite a minimum of 3 days per week.

We are seeking an experienced Logistics leader for a newly formed core logistics team within the Electronic Systems sector, reporting directly to the VP, Supply Chain. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing logistics strategies that optimize operations, improve performance, and reduce costs. This is a critical leadership role that will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business growth, improve customer satisfaction, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. This individual will lead a team of approximately 170 employees and contractors in the defense portion of our business, with additional dotted line relationships to the logistics teams in the commercial portion of our business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive logistics strategies that align with business objectives, as it pertains to shipping, receiving, and inventory controls
• Lead a team of logistics professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and development opportunities to ensure a high-performing team
• Collaborate with program management, operations, and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of logistics activities with program requirements
• Develop and manage functional budgets, ensuring cost-effective operations and identifying opportunities for cost reduction
• Implement and maintain logistics processes and procedures that ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including ITAR, EAR, and the FAR
• Foster strong relationships with sector stakeholders, suppliers, carriers, and other logistics partners to ensure reliable and efficient operations
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure logistics performance, including on-time delivery, inventory turns, and transportation costs

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Minimum 12 years of experience in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field, with at least 5 years of experience in a leadership role
• Proven track record of success in developing and implementing logistics strategies that drive business growth and improvement
• Strong knowledge of logistics principles, including supply chain management, transportation management, and inventory control
• Experience with defense manufacturing logistics, including compliance with regulatory requirements such as ITAR, EAR, and the FAR
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex logistics problems and develop effective solutions

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Professional certification in logistics, such as CLTD or CSCP
• Experience with logistics technology systems, including transportation management systems, warehouse management systems, and supply chain visibility tools
• Knowledge of lean principles and experience with process improvement initiatives
• Experience with government contracting and compliance with federal regulations such as FAR and DFARS

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $135556 - $230444

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

Salary : $135,556 - $230,444