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BAE Systems, Inc. · 2 days ago

Operations Program Manager II - Advanced Capabilities

Hudson, NH

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$116K/yr - $197K/yr

6+ years exp

BAE Systems, Inc. is a leading defense, aerospace, and security company that focuses on cutting-edge innovations. They are seeking an Operations Program Manager II to coordinate all Operations activities, develop manufacturing strategies, and ensure successful delivery of products while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Defense & Space

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Project management of development, production, sustainment programs. Role may support multiple programs/customers, w/potential for support in our Radio Frequency Effects area

Cost Account Manager responsible for all Operations estimates. Will manage performance against the baseline program plan by monitoring quality, schedule, and cost performance and accurately forecasting both labor and material to meet financial commitments

Ensure all deliverables meet contractual requirements (specifications, cost, schedule)

Promotes a strong sense of teamwork among personnel supporting various phases of the program efforts. Willing to create partnerships with cross-functional leaders

Develop, Execute and Monitor plans that support the Business Operating Plan. Ownership and management of Manufacturing plans inclusive of manufacturing capabilities, staffing, and capital/capacity

Ensure Manufacturing execution is aligned with Program and Customer demand / requirements

Work with production team on any capability transitions (Development/Sustainment)

Work with Factory supports to resolve issues that require Supplier, Program, or Customer action. Ability to act as the liaison to bridge the communications between these parties

Be the Operations Leader for Customer / Program requirements. Support on-site customer visits, factory tours, and other meeting requirements

Support factory compliance requirements and activities. Actively support internal and customer driven audits and validations

Needs to identify and mitigate technical and schedule risks to program execution

Ownership of Zero Defect Culture (Root Cause Corrective Action, Corrective Action Review Board, Metric Analysis, Kaizen Events, Projects for Green and Black Belts)

Must have a current/active Secret Clearance or ability to attain one

Qualification

Lean manufacturingElectronics manufacturingProject managementNew Product IntroductionCross-functional leadershipCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsPresentation skills

Required

BS in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Optical, or Materials Engineering, or equivalent 6+ years of relevant working experience

Ability to lead in a cross-functional team environment, with a customer-focused approach, and an aptitude for continuous improvement in serving internal and external customers

Demonstrated success in implementing lean manufacturing, yield management and resolution of a complex product base, and supply chain initiatives

Requires strong manufacturing background and experience in electronics manufacturing

Demonstrated experience supporting product development and NPI (New Product Introduction) into stable production environments

Strong diplomatic, communication, presentation and negotiation skills

Ability to manage and report status of projects within a project management discipline

Ability to provide strategic contributions while successfully executing on tactical objectives

Must be a US citizen eligible for a DOD security clearance

Preferred