Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field or 4 years of experience in operations without a degree.
Strong communication skills to effectively liaise between Operations and Program Management.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage complex issues.
Excellent organizational and time management skills for prioritizing and multi-tasking.
Preferred: Master's Degree, PMP, Lean, Agile, or Six Sigma certification.
Responsibilities
Oversee and manage Operations projects, acting as a liaison between various teams.
Prepare project execution plans and identify necessary resources to achieve business goals.
Review project status and budgets, manage schedules, and prepare status reports for stakeholders.
Coordinate with Supply Chain, Subcontracts, Planning, Quality, and factory teams to ensure smooth operations.
Drive teams to meet deadlines and implement effective solutions.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a growing product line with significant potential.
Engagement in a dynamic and collaborative team environment.
Access to professional development opportunities and certifications.
Involvement in high-impact projects that contribute to national security.
Full Job Description
Job Description
The Integrated Survivability Solutions (ISS) product line within the Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) business area has an exciting opportunity for an Operations Program Manager to join the team. The Product Line is well positioned for growth in the coming years and is looking for a dynamic individual to join us. This Operations Program Manager, (OPM), will oversee the coordinating of Operations activities on a development program. The OPM is the single point of contact for the Operations, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing teams and is responsible for the execution of the program.
Responsibilities include:
Oversees and manages Operations projects and serves as liaison between the Program Office, Supply Chain, Subcontracts, Planning, Quality, and the factory.
Prepares project execution plans and identifies technical and factory resources needed to meet the businesses goals and objectives.
Reviews status of projects and budgets, manages schedules and prepares status reports for the Program Manager and/or directly for the Customer.
Required Skills and Education
Bachelor's Degree and experience within operations or 4 years experience in absence of degree.
Strong communication as a liaison between Operations and Program Management, with the ability to influence and lead teams.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage complex issues, and drive teams to meet deadlines and implement solutions.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with ability to prioritize, multi-task, and manage major project.
Preferred Skills and Education
Master's Degree, PMP, Lean, Agile or Six Sigma certification.
Earned Value Management / Cost Account Management Experience.
Familiarity or ability to learn manufacturing systems Oracle, SAP, Paperless, Data View, and Tableau.
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.
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.
