Job DescriptionElectronic 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.
The EPAWSS (Eagle Passive Active Warning and Survivability System) Program, part of the TacAir Product Line, is one of Electronic Combat Solutions' most strategic program portfolios. Currently under contract with Boeing for nearly $1B in funding to execute development, production and sustainment contracts.
The EPAWSS Director of Operations holds overall responsibility for portfolio program performance, ensuring all cost and schedule commitments are met. The Director partners with Program Directors, cross-functional staff, and Operations Program Managers (OPMs) to ensure the timely and budgetary execution of all operations activities. Key responsibilities include managing operations content for production, development, and sustainment programs; ensuring material requirements are satisfied; executing non-recurring efforts such as Diminishing Manufacturing Sources (DMS) redesigns and Test Program Set maturation; driving funded affordability initiatives to closure; and optimizing factory equipment and capacity to meet production rates and sustainment transitions.
Required Skills and Education- BA/BS and 10-12+ years of related experience or MS with 8-10+ years of related experience
- Strong interpersonal and presentation skills for interacting with team members and prospective clients
- Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with proven expertise in hiring, training, and talent development.
- High level of business and financial acumen, with proven ability to manage scope and budget
- Demonstrated experience in all phases of the product lifecycle from development through sustainment
- Demonstrated proficiency in Earned Value Management Systems and Cost Account Management best practices with a strong track record of successful program and project management.
- Experience with proposals
- Strong level of understanding of the entire Supply Chain (Forecasts through Material Delivery.)
Preferred Skills and Education- PMP, Agile, or other related Certifications
- Strong track record of understanding and interest in current and emerging technologies
Benefits InformationEmployee 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.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).
