ACES Operations Director (Hybrid)

BAE Systems•Nashua, NH

10d•$153,377 - $260,743•Hybrid

About The Position

The ACES Operations Director supports and leads a program portfolio covering all aspects of the life cycle as an Operations Director. With delegation authority from the ACES Operations Product Line Director, the role is responsible for the performance of production programs within the portfolio and serves as a business partner and board member of Development Portfolio teams. The position is hybrid, with time split between onsite and remote work. The director manages and develops a diverse Operations team, drives performance against program baselines, and provides strategic direction to functional departments through operational plans and schedules. The role collaborates across Operations, Program, Engineering, and Supply Chain organizations to support Development, Production, and Sustainment programs, improve efficiency and affordability, and lead proposal development.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to present to all levels of leadership.
Highly motivated and solution-oriented, with a continuous improvement mindset.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to execute multiple projects simultaneously and effectively.
Ability to hold others accountable for actions and action closure.
Secret clearance with the ability to gain Special Access.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or higher in a Program Management field of study.
Certification in Supply Chain.
Experience working on special projects and setting up factory lines.
Previous Leadership Development training.

Responsibilities

Manage and develop a diverse team of Operations professionals.
Drive Operations performance against baseline program plans by monitoring quality, schedule, and cost performance across Operations functions.
Analyze Operations data and present clear, concise insights to Operations, Program, and Engineering Management.
Generate operational plans, including Manufacturing and Sales plans, and schedules based on departmental standards to provide strategic direction to functional departments.
Lead and participate in project and team meetings, providing clear direction to functional areas.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement processes that improve efficiency, reduce defects, and lower costs.
Apply Affordability and Continuous Improvement tools, overseeing Transition To Production, Design To Unit Price Cost Burndown plans, and Producibility indices.
Collaborate with Supply Chain planning and execution for Development, Production, and Sustainment programs.
Communicate effectively across organizational levels, from touch personnel and support functions to the Business Area Senior Leadership Team.
Manage cost tracking using existing tools; present cost positions, EAC positions, and variance explanations against budget; and lead proposal development.