What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Program Specialist II position at BAE Systems?
Job Description
The role of the Operations Specialist II is to help manage the programs/projects within Operations responsibility. They serve as a liaison amongst the various functional groups within Operations and POC between Operations as a whole and the balance of the company. The Ops Specialist II aids in preparing project execution plans identifying the technical and business resources needed, managing schedules, preparing and presenting status of projects, assessing issues, and developing resolutions. As a member of the program operations team, the OPS has the ultimate responsibility for cost, quality, and delivery on their assigned programs.
This role will be primarily supporting the EPAWSS program in the TacAir product line. The focus of this person will be supporting the production team by setting and communicating program priorities, actioning material constraints, supporting strategic debug efforts, conducting data analysis, and supporting affordability initiatives. This OPS will be an integral member of a critical production program.
Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and the requirement to perform most work onsite due to the nature of this role, it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.
Have the ability to:
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $77809 - $132275
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.
The role of the Operations Specialist II is to help manage the programs/projects within Operations responsibility. They serve as a liaison amongst the various functional groups within Operations and POC between Operations as a whole and the balance of the company. The Ops Specialist II aids in preparing project execution plans identifying the technical and business resources needed, managing schedules, preparing and presenting status of projects, assessing issues, and developing resolutions. As a member of the program operations team, the OPS has the ultimate responsibility for cost, quality, and delivery on their assigned programs.
This role will be primarily supporting the EPAWSS program in the TacAir product line. The focus of this person will be supporting the production team by setting and communicating program priorities, actioning material constraints, supporting strategic debug efforts, conducting data analysis, and supporting affordability initiatives. This OPS will be an integral member of a critical production program.
Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and the requirement to perform most work onsite due to the nature of this role, it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.
Have the ability to:
- Assists the Operation Program Manager on Operations performance against the baseline program plan by monitoring quality, schedule, and cost performance of all Operations functions.
- Gather and interpret Operations data and schedule status and present it in a clear and concise manner to Operations Management, Program Management, and/or Engineering Management.
- Actively participate in project/team meetings providing clear direction to the various functional areas.
- Understand and interpret corporate policy and procedure, insuring program compliance.
- Good interpersonal skills required at all levels of the team, various levels of management.
- Review of project performance against established metrics and support development of "return to green" plans when required.
- Assure the accomplishment of programs goals through the efficient and effective utilization of operations resources.
- Interface with the appropriate organizations within Operations to ensure any changes which will impact assigned tasks have been appropriately communicated and addressed.
- Supports operations functions in a manner consistent with the statement of work negotiated with the customer and applicable management directives and practices.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Secret security clearance
- Bachelor's Degree and 2 years work experience or equivalent experience
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
6 Years with HS
4 Years with AA
2 Years with BS
4 Years with AA
2 Years with BS
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $77809 - $132275
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 : $77,809 - $132,275
