Product Center Leader - Commercial Electronics

Job Description 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. 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. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core 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. At our Fort Wayne South site, we specialize in the commercial manufacturing of Aircraft/Engine Controls and Systems, which includes manufacturing Circuit Card Assemblies. We are expanding our facility to integrate US defense into our production. Please use the following link to learn more about our Fort Wayne community:

Culture: At BAE Systems, we celebrate the array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strengths. We’re laser-focused on high performance, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also enjoy work-life balance, uncover new experiences, and collaborate with passionate colleagues. We foster a diverse, inclusive, and team-oriented environment and provide opportunities for inner-team coaching and growth opportunities.

A Day in the life of a Product Center Leader in the Commercial Electronics team consists of leading day-to-day operations by ensuring that the full team is aligned and executing to business and customer requirements. The Product Center Leader drives Operational Excellence through continuous improvement, LEAN Six Sigma methodologies, and employee empowerment. The Product Center Leader is responsible for creating and executing a 1–2 year operational strategy with clear implementation planning. This strategy includes creating a safe workplace, delivering high quality products, driving high team performance, and improving P&L for their teams. Product Center Leaders are responsible for performing annual performance reviews, merit planning, driving accountability, and setting clear objectives for the team to win the day, week, month, and year. This requires defining manpower needs, determining key performance indicators, implementing manufacturing initiatives, and collaborating cross functionally with different business functions. Our Product Center Leaders are expected to coach, mentor, and develop both hourly and salary team members so that everyone understands the “why” and can see the larger picture, strategy, and vision. An ideal leader will know how to bring out the best in our employees, identify skill gaps, and aid team members with navigating difficult times. The Product Center Leader role requires strong communication skills as this position will not only provide work direction to the immediate team, but also provides status/commits to Customers, Program Managers, Manufacturing Managers, and more.

Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all 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.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Operational Leadership, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a team with difficult and demanding customer expectations.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal)
• Exceptional attitude and interpersonal skills coupled with good judgement to overcome team challenges including resolving conflict.
• Ability to lead in a team-based manufacturing environment and make decisions with minimal supervision.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Tools.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• 8 years of related experience leading production or project team members that manufacture high-reliability electronic assemblies or within a production/manufacturing/operations environment.
• Previous experience leading, mentoring and developing employees across multiple shifts.
• Experience implementing Lean-Sigma manufacturing concepts to improve safety and quality through improved product flow, continuous improvement, while lowering overall cost.
• Technical understanding of specifications required in the manufacturing of high reliability electronics.
• Experience utilizing business systems and tools that aid in managing labor, processes, and budgets.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $108787 - $184937

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.