Ops Program Spec II

BAE Systems • Nashua, NH

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

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. We are seeking a skilled Operations Program Specialist to join our team and play a critical role in driving the success of our F-35 production program portfolio. The ideal candidate will be supporting our Operations Program Management team in: Achieving 100% on-time delivery across all contract milestones Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including operations, factory, program, and supply chain stakeholders to drive program success Developing and implementing cost reduction and affordability initiatives to minimize costs and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) Proactively managing budgets and overseeing Control Account Management (CAM) responsibilities to ensure effective resource allocation and cost control This key role will be instrumental in driving our organization's objectives and ensuring the long-term success of our production programs. About BAE Systems Electronic Systems 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree, and relevant experience
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence and lead teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage complex issues, and drive teams to meet deadlines and implement solutions.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with ability to prioritize, multi-task, and manage major projects.
• Bachelor's degree with two years of experience
• Aerospace/Defense experience, with focus areas in Supply Chain Planning, and/or Manufacturing

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree
• PMP
• Lean, Agile or Six Sigma certification
• Familiarity or ability to learn manufacturing systems Oracle, SAP, Paperless, Data View, and Tableau
• Technical background

Responsibilities

• Achieving 100% on-time delivery across all contract milestones
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including operations, factory, program, and supply chain stakeholders to drive program success
• Developing and implementing cost reduction and affordability initiatives to minimize costs and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
• Proactively managing budgets and overseeing Control Account Management (CAM) responsibilities to ensure effective resource allocation and cost control

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• health savings accounts
• a 401(k) savings plan
• disability coverage
• life and accident insurance
• employee assistance program
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level