Operations Leader

Job Description

As an Operations Leader on the Engine Systems Unit Integration team, a typical day involves overseeing and executing daily operations, guiding and supporting our hourly workforce, and serving as the primary point of escalation for the team. The Operations Leader assumes full responsibility for ensuring seamless product flow, meeting and exceeding the expectations of both internal and external customers.
The ideal candidate for this role will possess exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate team members to achieve their best performance. They will be adept at navigating complex challenges, fostering a positive and productive work environment, and driving results-oriented solutions. This is a 100% on-site position, requiring a strong presence and commitment to the team.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Operational Leadership, Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or related field), or equivalent experience.

Experience:

• Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience in a production, manufacturing, operations, or engineering environment.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven ability to manage a team in a fast-paced environment with demanding customer expectations.
• Strong people management and interpersonal skills, with the ability to resolve conflicts effectively.
• Highly analytical with advanced troubleshooting skills.
• Experience leading in a team-based manufacturing environment, with the ability to make informed decisions with minimal supervision.
• Previous experience in supervising employees, with a strong track record of developing and managing high-performing teams.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Lean Manufacturing and Process Improvement:

• Proven experience in applying lean manufacturing concepts, with a demonstrated track record of successful lean and Six Sigma implementation.
• Ability to drive process improvements, eliminate waste, and optimize production workflows.

Business Systems and Tools:

• Experience with business systems and tools that support labor management, process optimization, and budget management.
• Proficiency in utilizing data-driven insights to inform decision-making and drive business outcomes.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $79370 - $134929

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.

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.