F-35 Operations Program Specialist

Job Description
See what youre missing. Our employees work on the worlds 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, were 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.

We are seeking a skilled Operations Program Specialist to join our team and play a critical role in driving the success of our F-35 production program portfolio. The ideal candidate will be supporting our Operations Program Management team in:

• Achieving 100% on-time delivery across all contract milestones
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including operations, factory, program, and supply chain stakeholders to drive program success
• Developing and implementing cost reduction and affordability initiatives to minimize costs and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
• Proactively managing budgets and overseeing Control Account Management (CAM) responsibilities to ensure effective resource allocation and cost control

This key role will be instrumental in driving our organization's objectives and ensuring the long-term success of our production programs.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree, and relevant experience
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence and lead teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage complex issues, and drive teams to meet deadlines and implement solutions.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with ability to prioritize, multi-task, and manage major projects.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree with two years of experience
• Aerospace/Defense experience, with focus areas in Supply Chain Planning, and/or Manufacturing
• Masters Degree, PMP, Lean, Agile or Six Sigma certification
• Familiarity or ability to learn manufacturing systems Oracle, SAP, Paperless, Data View, and Tableau
• Technical background

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $79365 - $134921

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 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.