Operations Program Manager III

Job Description
Oversees and manages the Operations project(s) and serves as liaison between program management and planning, project team, and line management for the Site programs. 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.

• Work with the Operations and Program Management to develop strategies, prioritize, communicate, and manage operational priorities and initiatives.
• Provides a "single point of contact" between Operations and the Program Office for providing program status and resolving problems.
• Interfaces with Program Managers to coordinate Operations activities to meet delivery schedules, achieve project cost targets, and assure quality of the delivered product.
• Works vertically and across the organization to help ensure coordination and alignment; identifying opportunities, challenges and barriers to success.
• Interfaces with Supply Chain and other functional areas on matters affecting the status of operations.
• Reviews reports detailing product status, direct labor utilization, efficiency, scrap, rework and defect data. Participates in the development and execution of plans to address unfavorable trends or variances.
• Participates in the review and analysis of capital budget requests and recommends necessary capital improvements for the facility.
• Ensures products and services are delivered on time and within cost in accordance with contract terms and conditions, while also meeting performance requirements.
• Supports the implementation of new systems, procedures and work instructions, and special projects supporting project specific manufacturing and customer service objectives.
• Leader and initiator in safety. Helps to ensures compliance with all company & OSHA regulated safety requirements/standards; and environmental and ethical requirements.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Demonstrated performance leading projects including cost and schedule management
• Ability to lead in a cross-functional team environment, with a customer-focused approach, and an aptitude for continuous improvement
• Demonstrated success in implementing lean manufacturing and supply chain initiatives
• Record of success in supporting increasing demand while continuing to meet key performance indicators
• Strong diplomatic, communication, presentation and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage and report status of projects within a project management discipline
• Ability to provide strategic contributions while successfully executing on tactical objectives

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience
• Masters Degree and a combination of 10 years of Operations / Supply Chain experience
• Lean and Six-Sigma certified from an accredited source
• Experience with AS9145 construct
• Proficiency in office technologies including MS Word, Excel, Access, Project, PowerPoint; Visio
• Proficiency with continuous process improvement methodologies and tools; strong group facilitation skills

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035

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, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.