5-7 years of program/project management experience
Strong background in Supply Chain or Manufacturing
Proficient in Risk and Opportunity Management
Experience with Cost Account Management (CAM)
Demonstrated experience in production and sustainment or development programs
Familiarity with the Operations proposal process
Excellent problem-solving skills and budget management
Strong oral communication and presentation skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Responsibilities
Coordinate with factories, Supply Chain, and Procurement for timely delivery of parts
Lead operational performance initiatives and risk mitigation efforts
Oversee program execution including budgets, schedules, and quality
Present operations data to leadership and guide teams on decisions
Drive cross-functional collaboration to enhance processes and reduce defects
Act as the primary operations liaison to Program Management
Support implementation of new systems and safety initiatives
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and certifications
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
Engagement in innovative projects and initiatives
Support for safety and quality improvement initiatives
Potential for career advancement within the organization
Full Job Description
Job Description
Our Operations Program Manager (OPM) will assist with managing a major development program(s) in the Small Form Factor Solutions (SFFS) product line. The OPM serves as the liaison between project management and planning, project team, Quality, engineering design team and line management along with the following duties:
Coordinate closely with factories, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Program Management to ensure on-time, cost-effective delivery of parts and assemblies, including NRE and production transitions.
Lead operational performance efforts, including CAB meetings, COPQ/HPU reduction, affordability initiatives, and risk mitigation across technical, schedule, and cost domains.
Manage program execution by overseeing budgets, schedules, forecasts, quality, resource planning, capital needs, and alignment across functional areas.
Present clear, concise operations data to leadership and provide guidance to teams on technical decisions, corrective actions, and priority setting.
Drive cross-functional collaboration to improve processes, reduce defects, increase efficiencies, and maintain strong teamwork and communication.
Serve as the primary operations interface to Program Management, ensuring coordination on delivery schedules, cost targets, and customer satisfaction.
Support implementation of new systems, procedures, safety initiatives, and special projects to meet manufacturing and program objectives.
Required Skills and Education
Excellent Program/project management skills.
Strong Supply Chain and/ or Manufacturing background.
Risk and Opportunity Management.
Cost Account Management (CAM).
Demonstrated experience in production and sustainment or development programs.
Experience with proposals and the Operations proposal process.
Strong problem solving skills and demonstrated aptitude to manage scope and a budget.
High degree of ethics and strong core values.
Strong oral communication and formal presentation skills and a demonstrated ability to establish excellent internal and external customer relationships.
Ability to work both independently and as a member of team with initiative, creativity, and innovation.
Preferred Skills and Education
Bachelor's degree with 8 years experience or relevant experiences.
High degree of ethics and strong core values.
PMP, Six Sigma or other related Certifications.
Strong Foundation in Operations Function.
Analytical skills and the ability to work independently to develop Leadership presentations for the Operations and Program function.
Strong communication skills -
Having an ability to communicate a strategy or problem to other people.
Being able to speak at any level from factory floor to director level.
Willingness to ask questions to thoroughly learn manufacturing processes on the factory side, and financial implications on the program side.
Strong Time Management Skills
Highly organized when balancing needs of multiple factories and programs.
Ability to take initiative and be proactive when facing technical, cost, or schedule challenges.
Ability to lead small teams.
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.
