Operations Porgram Manager I
About The Position
BAE Systems Countermeasures and Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) has rewarding project technical opportunities that are right for you! Engineers in CEMA work on the world’s most advanced electronics to create systems that protect our warfighters. In CEMA, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. 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 missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The World TM.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. BAE Systems is seeking an entry level Operations Program Manager who will be a member of a cross-functional program team within the Electronic Attack Solutions (EAS) Product Line’s Production Portfolio. Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of experience or equivalent experience.
- The ideal candidate will have project management skills (or manufacturing / supply chain skills) as well as knowledge of the Operations functions.
- Basic skills in: data analysis, leading small teams, effective communications, proposals, spreadsheet creation and management, as well as some basic finance process comprehension.
Nice To Haves
- PMP certification
- Green Belt certification
- Experience leading cross-functional Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
- Experience in management, supply chain management, and/or factory management is a plus.
- Analytical skills and the ability to work independently to develop Leadership presentations for the Operations and Program function.
- Previous Cost Account Management (CAM) and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) experience is a plus.
- Experience with a development and/or sustainment program.
- Knowledge and/or experience with AS9145/APQP .
Responsibilities
- Project management of continuous improvement program
- Cost Account Manager responsible for cost and schedule
- Ensure all deliverables meet contractual requirements.
- Promotes a strong sense of teamwork among personnel supporting various phases of the program efforts.
- Develop, Execute and Monitor plans that support the Business Operating Plan
- Ensure Manufacturing execution is aligned with Program and Customer demand / requirements
- Ensure material availability in support of system returns
- Work with development team on any capability transitions to production
- Work with sustainment team on any relevant impacts to fielded hardware
- Work with Factory supports to resolve issues that require Program and/or Customer action
- Be the Operations Leader for Customer / Program requirements
- Support factory compliance requirements
- Support programs across several geographic locations with occasional travel to support programs and suppliers.
- Needs to identify and mitigate technical and schedule risks to program execution
- Must have a current/active Secret Clearance or ability to attain one
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision insurance
- health savings accounts
- a 401(k) savings plan
- disability coverage
- life and accident insurance
- employee assistance program
- a legal plan
- discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
- paid time off
- paid holidays
- paid parental leave
- military leave
- bereavement leave
- any applicable federal and state sick leave
- company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
