Operations Program Manager 4, Advanced Electronic Warefare Solutions

Job description

Job Description

The Advanced Electronic Warfare Solutions (AEWS) product line is developing and delivering the future of electronic warfare (EW), today along with developing robust sustainment strategies for active platforms. Built on decades of proven fielded capability, rooted on robust operational analysis, and incorporating the most relevant needs of the warfighter, AEWS brings high technology readiness level (TRL) and manufacturing readiness level (MRL) solutions to address the most complex challenges for the United States Department of Defense (DoD).

AEWS systems provide the most advanced situational awareness and countermeasures capabilities for both traditional and non-traditional platforms. The AEWS team is empowered and honored to be executing at the tip of the tip of the spear! A critical part of the AEWS portfolio is growing our Sustainment organization and supporting our customers with fielded product. As an Operations Program Manager in our Sustainment organization, you can’t be closer to the company mission and our customer base.

In this role, you will be responsible for supporting programs like F22 and ensuring that we can sustain our hardware and keep our product relevant into 2060 and beyond.

Some activities will include: Strategic Leadership :Leverage a strong background in manufacturing and supply chain to drive the Sustainment strategy.

Cross-Functional Partnership

Collaborate with other functions to ensure Sustainment Factories meet rTAT (required Turn Around Time) requirements.

Material Management

Establish a comprehensive material strategy, including the management of obsolescence.

Operations Management

Lead the insertion of new technologies.

Problem Resolution

Drive root cause analysis for test failures encountered in the field.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Excellent program/project management experience Strong Supply Chain, Procurement and Manufacturing background
• Demonstrated experience in the entire program lifecycle
• Demonstrated acumen with regard to EVMS and the ability to implement Cost Account Management best practices Experience with proposals and the Operations proposal process Exceptional 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 Education, Experience, & Skills
• Bachelors degree and 6+ years experience High degree of ethics and strong core values Proposal Experience PMP, Six Sigma or other related Certifications Strong Foundation in Operations Function Risk and Opportunity Management 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 Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317 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, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide.

We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support. Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here.

It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters. 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.