BAE Systems

Ops Program Mgr II

BAE Systems$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with 6 years of experience or equivalent.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams with a focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Understanding of Lean and Six Sigma principles.
  • Strong diplomatic, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Experience in managing project status within a project management framework.
  • Strategic thinker capable of executing tactical objectives.

Responsibilities

  • Lead operations team and serve as main interface between various program departments.
  • Oversee development projects with an emphasis on cost avoidance and production design.
  • Develop competitive and compliant project proposals.
  • Manage cost, quality, and schedule performance as Cost Account Manager.
  • Foster teamwork among personnel across different program phases.
  • Perform related duties as necessary.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment fostering teamwork.
  • Opportunity to lead high-impact projects with significant revenue contribution.
  • Engagement with state-of-the-art technology in sensor and guidance systems.
  • Professional development through exposure to Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
Full Job Description
Job Description

In Precision Guided Sensing Solutions (PGSS) Product Line, we design and manufacture state-of-the-art sensors and guidance kits that enable our customers to execute their precision strike missions. Our team is currently looking for an Operations Program Manager (OPM II) for the APKWS Development Program. The APKWS Development Program is responsible for over $250M in annual sales revenue.
  • Looking for a strong Operations Program Manager with an engineering and manufacturing background to lead the operations team and be the main interface between the program office, design engineering, NPI and supply chain.
  • Experience working on development projects with a focus on cost avoidance and Design for Unit Production costs.
  • Experience developing competitive, compliant, and accurate proposals.
  • Cost Account Manager for Operations on the program. Manages Operations performance against the baseline by monitoring cost, quality and schedule performance.
  • Provides leadership consistent with the Mission and BAE Systems Guiding Principles.
  • Promotes a strong sense of teamwork among personnel supporting various phases of the program efforts.
  • Performs other related duties as required.


Required Skills and Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering or technical field and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience
  • Ability to lead in a cross-functional team environment, with a customer-focused approach, and an aptitude for continuous improvement in serving internal and external customers
  • Understanding of Lean and Six-Sigma principles
  • Diplomatic, communication, presentation and negotiation skills
  • Ability to manage and report status of projects within a project management discipline
  • Ability to provide strategic contributions while successfully executing on tactical objectives


Preferred Skills and Education

  • Bachelor's Degree with 8 year's work experience in Operations / Supply Chain
  • Proposal experience with a focus on cost competitive proposals
  • Understanding of Lean and Six-Sigma principles
  • Proficiency in office technologies including Excel, PowerPoint and MS Word.
  • Proficiency with continuous process improvement methodologies and tool; strong group facilitation skills

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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1997
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