Operation Program Manager II at BAE Systems

Wayne, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jun, 26

Salary

214718.0

Posted On

21 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Management, Electronic Warfare, Supply Chain, Procurement, Cost Account Management, Manufacturing, Data Mining, Analysis, Leadership, Bid and Proposal Support, Quality Management, Schedule Management, Budget Management, Technical Insertion, Production Ramping, Roadblock Removal

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Job Description See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) has technology, engineering and program teams that educate and mentor colleagues to deliver leading Electronic Warfare capabilities. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, want to drive fielding velocity, and have the passion to bring the warfighter home safe. Our Operations Program Manager will assist with managing a major development program 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 as the program design is proven out in our Pilot Lines and then ramps to our customers shipset rate per month along with the following duties: Main focal point for the Program to include the Program Office, Customer and Factory teams Works with Supply Chain and specific programs to communicate priorities to factory teams. Works with program to kick off technical insertions and transition to production for follow on program orders. Works with SFFS Supply Chain and procurement teams to develop and execute Dual Source Strategies. Prepares and implements project execution plans and identifies technical, manufacturing, and business resources needed for the programs’ success. Manages the programs budgets, quality and schedule to meet programmatic deliverables. Additionally, the OPM will assess the issues and lead the team to develop resolutions that meet productivity, affordability, quality and customer satisfaction goals and objectives. Provide guidance to identify the need for technical back up for decision making to the project team. Must have a current/active Secret Clearance. Partnering with multiple factories across the country to remove roadblocks and provide leadership support to overcome stops on the manufacturing floor. Driving down (HPU), Defects, unit production cost (UPC), Scrap and Rework data, and working crossing functionally to identify areas for efficiencies, cost reduction, and other opportunities. Effectively holding functions accountable to action item closure and driving resolution. Proactive approach for new production lots utilizing lessons learned Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status Required Education, Experience, & Skills Technical background preferred. Excellent communications skills (verbal & written). Supply Chain experience/knowledge. Cost Account Management (CAM) experience. Manufacturing and Supply data mining and analysis experience. Leadership experience; Factory facing and Program facing. Experience Supporting Bid and Proposal. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Current Secret Security clearance preferred. Technical background preferred (Engineering, Manufacturing, etc.) PMP and advanced degrees available. Supply Chain/Material Procurement experience/background. Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $126305 - $214718 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. 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.

Responsibilities

The Operations Program Manager will assist in managing a major development program within the Small Form Factor Solutions product line, serving as the main liaison between project management, engineering, Quality, and factory teams. Key duties include managing program budgets, quality, and schedule while driving down production defects and unit production costs through cross-functional collaboration.