SFFS Operations Program Management IV

Job Description
See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. 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 mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) has technology, engineering and program teams that educate and mentor colleagues to deliver leading Electronic Warfare capabilities. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, want to drive fielding velocity, and have the passion to bring the warfighter home safe.

This Operations Program Manager Lead will oversee and manage the Operations project(s) and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management in the Small Form Factor Solutions (SFFS) product line. Prepares project execution plan and identifies technical and business resources needed. Reviews status of projects and budgets, manages schedules and prepares status reports. Assesses issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. Provides technical and analytical guidance to project team. Assesses team capabilities and ensures all team member have paths for future growth. Mentors team members on Operations and Programmatic execution.

Other duties include:

• Leading the operations team by working with Manufacturing management, Supplier quality management, Supply Chain management, Procurement, and Logistics to drive problem resolution.
• Partnering with multiple factories across the country to remove roadblocks and provide leadership support to overcome stops on the manufacturing floor.
• Driving down (HPU), Defects, unit production cost (UPC), Scrap and Rework data, and working crossing functionally to identify areas for efficiencies, cost reduction, and other opportunities.
• Effectively holding functions accountable to action item closure and driving resolution.
• Proactive approach for new production lots utilizing lessons learned
• Providing concise communications and critical data up the leadership path and presenting in/to Product Line and Customers.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BA/BS and 15 years of related experience or MS with 13 years of related experience

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• PMP, Agile, or other related Certifications
• Strong track record of understanding and interest in current and emerging technologies
• Strong communication skills both verbally and written to present to all levels of leadership.
• Highly motivated and solution oriented, continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent organizational skills, able to execute multiple projects simultaneously and effectively.
• Ability to hold others accountable to actions and action closure.
• Demonstrated experience in all phases of the product lifecycle from development through sustainment
• Demonstrated acumen with regard to EVMS and the ability to implement Cost Account Management best practices
• Experience with proposals and the Operations proposal process
• High degree of ethics and strong core values
• Exceptional oral communication and formal presentation skills and a demonstrated ability to establish excellent internal and external customer relationships
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of team with initiative, creativity, and innovation
• Excellent program/project management skills
• High level of business and financial acumen, with proven ability to manage scope and budget
• Exceptional management and leadership skills and ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills for interacting with team members and prospective clients
• Proficient with MS Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $146670 - $249330

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 : $146,670 - $249,330