Ops Program Mgr I

Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this role, it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.

The role of the Ops Program Manager includes but is not limited to the following:

Provides leadership and direction of complex Operations programs for Operations functions during all phases of program execution beginning with the proposal to client delivery and sign off

Assure the accomplishment of programs goals through the efficient and effective utilization of Operations resources

Provide a single point of contact between Operations and the Program office for providing program status and resolving problems

Presents Operations status to customer, Program Management and or Operations Management as required

Coordinate preparation of estimates for all Operations functions by requesting input from appropriate Operations sources

Ensure that the operation team provides a competitively priced, accurate, supportable cost proposal within time and budget constraints as previously agreed to with the Proposal manager

Interface with the appropriate organizations within Operations to ensure any changes which will impact assigned tasks have been appropriately communicated and addressed

Plan all Operations functions in a manner consistent with the Statement of work negotiated with the customer and applicable Management Directives and Practices

Support Operations position during audits, fact finding and negotiations by participating with Program Management in all phases to assure arbitrary concessions are not made

Call on other Operations organizations to provide support as required and acts as the coordinating authority to change Operations estimated costs, based on agreed upon changes in scope

Promotes a strong sense of teamwork among personnel supporting various phases of the program efforts

Maintain state of the art knowledge by keeping abreast of new procedures and methods to streamline manufacturing processes

Furnish support to the Appropriate Program Manager for monthly management reviews and support Program Management and Engineering to discuss customer and program issues as well as future business and program activities

Generate and execute the Manufacturing Plan which provides the ground rules of the contract requirements to Operations in compliance with Service Level Agreements

Responsible for level loading the factory based on capacity by requirement, contract and company revenue plan

Review and approve all change orders

Review parts lists for required data, monitor and provide direction to the supply chain planner and focus factory buyer, production test, manufacturing, inspection and shipping to ensure all internal schedule and contract delivery dates are met

Chair a Tier team meeting weekly which includes manufacturing, production test, reliability engineering, product excellence (QA), program management, Industrial engineering and engineering to discuss and resolve any issues that arise during the production cycle

Responsible for monitoring and reviewing material cost as well as cost performance index for all assigned programs.

Read and understand drawings on part issues and direct to the appropriate faction.

Manage vendors during production cycle including on-site visits to confirm program status and review recovery plans where required

Review pricing on purchase order to ensure programs follow the proposed pricing to stay within budget constraints of the program

Responsible for the LOB and maintenance of program item data

Support customer visits, proposals and future business.

Maintain a sound understanding of theories and practices in a constantly evolving environment

Management responsibilities for multiple teams doing diverse activities

Hold a strategic vision and analysis, and the ability to create innovative solutions in a fast-changing environment

Promotes a strong sense of teamwork among personnel supporting various phases of the program efforts About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.

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.

Required Skills and Education

Bachelor's Degree

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Strong problem solving, accountable leadership and influencing skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, work complex issues, and ensure team meets deadlines

Ability to manage through changes in priorities

Ability to drive team to implement solutions to complex problems

Strong organizational skills

Strong proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, MS Project)

Results oriented, ability to follow through on tasks, influence without authority, experience driving senior level decision making

Highly organized, good problem-solving skills,

Ability to work cross-functionally, prioritize, multi-task, and manage major projects

Equal level of comfort driving analyses or receiving direction, leading or contributing as appropriate, driving conversations or supporting as necessary

Demonstrated Verbal and Written Communications Skills

Strong Presentation Skills

Manage Operations performance against the baseline program plan by monitoring quality, schedule and cost performance of all Operations functions Preferred Skills and Education

5 Years or more of Aerospace experience

Master's Degree, PMP, Lean, Agile or Six Sigma certification

Familiarity or ability to lean manufacturing systems SAP, Solumina, and Tableau

Experience working in represented workforce environment

Acute problem solving and analytical abilities including process improvements or program management techniques

A hands-on leader who builds transparency, values collaboration, holds self and team accountable, empower the team to think beyond the tasks that drive value for the business