BAE Systems

Ops Program Mgr I

BAE Systems$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4 years of work experience or equivalent in a related field.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for all leadership levels.
  • Highly motivated with a solution-oriented, continuous improvement mindset.
  • Proficient in business and financial management, especially regarding scope and budget.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively.
  • Current Secret clearance with ability to obtain Special Access Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Support and lead operations content for the ACES program as an Operations Program Manager I.
  • Monitor and manage program performance against the baseline plan focusing on quality, schedule, and cost.
  • Provide clear and concise data presentations to management from operational data.
  • Participate actively in project and team meetings, guiding various functional areas.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and improve processes for efficiency and cost reduction.
  • Track costs using established tools, presenting budgetary performance and variance explanations.
  • Foster teamwork among personnel involved in different program phases.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development within the Advanced Compact EW Solutions product line.
  • Engagement in cross-functional collaborative teams leading to process improvements.
  • Exposure to senior leadership through regular presentations and reporting.
  • Involvement in both operations and tactical planning within the organization.
Full Job Description
Job Description

In this role you will be part of the Advanced Compact EW Solutions (ACES) product line and responsible for supporting and leading the operations content for a program's Operations content as an Operations Program Manager I. You will be responsible for the program performance of the program(s) under your ownership. You will also be a solid business partner of the ACES Operations Program Management organization.
  • Experience managing Operations performance against the baseline program plan by monitoring quality, schedule and cost performance of an operations program execution.
  • Experience utilizing Operations data, i.e. status, and present it in a clear and concise manner to Operations Management, Program Management and / or Engineering Management.
  • Active participation with project/team meetings providing clear direction to the various functional areas.
  • Worked with cross functional teams to develop new processes within the organization the provided improved efficiencies, less defects and cost reductions.
  • Experience and knowledge within Supply Chain Planning and execution of programs.
  • Good interpersonal skills required at all levels of the team, the touch personnel side, to the support functions and all levels of management up to the Business Area Senior Leadership Team.
  • Experience with cost tracking utilizing existing tools and procedures leading to presentation of cost positions, EAC positions and variance explanations against the released budget.
  • Promotes a strong sense of teamwork among personnel supporting various phases of the program efforts.


Required Skills and Education

  • 4 years work experience or equivalent experience
  • Strong communication skills both verbally and written to present to all levels of leadership.
  • Highly motivated and solution oriented, continuous improvement mindset.
  • Business and financial acumen, with proven ability to manage scope and budget
  • Demonstrated Cross Functional Leadership
  • Secret clearance
  • Must be able to obtain: Special Access Clearance


Preferred Skills and Education

  • Experience with Supply Chain preferred, not required
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience managing an Operations Project in Production or Devleopment
  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in an Operation's or Technical field of study

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems plc is a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company. It is among the world's largest defense contractors, with over 85,000 employees and operations in over 40 countries. BAE Systems is involved in the design, development, and manufacture of a wide range of products and services, including military aircraft, naval ships, and land vehicles. The company also provides a range of cybersecurity and intelligence services. BAE Systems has a long history, dating back to the 19th century, and has been involved in many major defense projects. Visit baesystems.com for more information.
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