Dir II- Strategic Ops

Requisition Number

112835BR

BAE Systems is hiring a Director, Strategic Operations – Production to support our Combat Missions Systems (CMS) business. The Director of Strategic Operations is a member of the Combat Vehicle Delivery Leadership Team who works closely with the Senior Director of Operations to take the lead role in Production Operational initiatives driving safe, on-time vehicle delivery to specification within cost. The role includes oversight of multiple families of combat vehicles across manufacturing sites located in York, PA, Anniston, AL, Aiken, SC, and Elgin, OK.

This position is onsite based in York, PA.

The role requires 25% of travel.

Responsibilities:

Provide direct management and strategic leadership of Production Operations across a geographically-disperse manufacturing network.

Ensure alignment of production operations organization to company’s business development and operational objectives.

Responsible for instituting systems that provide effective internal management of production operations and driving continuous improvement culture.

Ensure implementation of KPI tracking, S&OP process, and key projects and strategies.

Maintain mutual accountability and communication with functional supporting teams to ensure the success of BAE Systems' programs and businesses.

Effectively build relationships and communicate with key internal and external stakeholders, including multiple USG agencies and company leadership.

Develop a data-driven execution plan based on realistic objectives and sustainable practices.

Build departmental structures and processes that are responsive and adaptable to evolving business needs.

Manage employee performance by establishing clear goals and expectations, tracking progress against goals, ensuring timely feedback, and addressing performance problems promptly.

Develop effective and efficient staffing strategies and effectively manage manufacturing and production support budgets.

Job Posting Title

Director, Strategic Operations - Production

Job Family

Strategic Operations

Travel Percentage

25%

Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position

None

Shift

1st Shift

Regular or Temporary

Regular

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience

Experience in Manufacturing/Production Management

Experience in Strategic Planning/Operations

Experience in Aerospace and Defense industry

Experience in Requirements Management

Experience in Performance Management

Experience in People Management/Leadership

Ability to provide oversight and management to multi-site operations

Ability to drive strategic vision into actionable plans for cross-functional teams

Ability to hold yourself and your team accountable to meet business objectives

Ability to management requirements, including contractual, technical, and regulatory

Ability to monitor performance through Earned Value Management (EVM), Key Performance Indicators (KPI), and Metrics

Ability to identify risks and opportunities, implementing mitigation or contingency plans

Ability to champion innovation, process improvement, and change management

Strong relationship and stakeholder management skills

Strong communication and presentation skills

Preferred Skills and Education

Graduate Degree

Professional Certification

Experience in Combat Vehicle Production

Experience in Lean/Six Sigma

Experience in multi-site operations, including process/system consistency

Expertise in Change Management and Continuous Improvement

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Department

32OPS_P&S CMS Operations

Company

130_BAE Systems Land&Armaments LP

Posting Requirements

Internal/External

Job Category

Manufacturing & Maintenance

U.S. Person Required

Yes

Business Area

Combat Mission Systems

Salary Max Point

288370

Salary Min Point

169630

Union Job

None

Recruiter

Jessica George