Value Stream Spec Sr

BAE Systems•Nashua, NH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We Protect Those Who Protect Us. Join us in BAE's Countermeasures and Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) Business Area as a Value Stream Specialist, Sr in the Advanced Compact EW Solutions (ACES) Product Line. In this product line you will be supporting next-generation countermeasures to help aircraft answer evolving threats. We are seeking a Value Stream Specialist (VSS) for our Area 5 Factory to lead the establishment and growth of a new 4th shift (Friday–Sunday). This is a critical leadership role designed to support unprecedented growth across multiple programs. As the primary lead for the weekend shift, you will be responsible for standing up the shift's operations, establishing a high-performance culture, and managing the flow of work to ensure critical milestones are met. The 4th shift serves as the strategic bridge for our operations, maintaining momentum over the weekend to ensure the facility is positioned for success in the coming week and recovering any schedule variances from the previous week. You will act as the primary point of contact for the shift, overseeing the manufacturing process and collaborating with manufacturing engineering, production planning, and quality control. Because this shift operates with higher autonomy, we are seeking a leader who is independent, trustworthy, and deeply versed in electronics manufacturing and compliance. This role offers a unique growth trajectory: you will start by leading a small, agile group and will scale the organization into a robust operation over the next 2–5 years as our product mix evolves. As the shift begins with a smaller footprint, the ideal candidate will be a 'player-coach' who is comfortable transitioning between high-level leadership and hands-on technical support to ensure production targets are met. About BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve. 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.

Requirements

3+ years People management experience.
Experience with electronic assembly processes in an ESD and FOD controlled environment.
Active Secret clearance.
Sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with management and employees at all levels, customers, and suppliers.
Demonstrated ability to perform detailed data analysis, identify areas for improvement, and drive focused actions to initiate change.
Demonstrated ability to work and lead collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment with salaried and hourly personnel to meet the needs of the business.
Ability to lead teams and drive Lean/continuous improvement culture.
Ability to understand, prioritize, analyze, and resolve complex technical problems.
Ability to work independently and be effective in a fast-paced environment.
Experience hosting audits in manufacturing environment, root cause and corrective action methods and project management for implementing new methodologies to resolve systemic issues.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to interpret drawings, work instructions, routings, etc.
Hands-on proficiency in mechanical assembly and electronics work, with the willingness to perform direct labor to support production goals during the initial scaling phase.
Advanced knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, including 6S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping.
5+ years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
Bachelor’s Degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
5+ years of direct people management experience, specifically overseeing hourly production staff.
Experience standing up new shifts, departments, or production lines, including the development of shift-specific workflows and culture.

Responsibilities

Lead the establishment and growth of a new 4th shift (Friday–Sunday).
Stand up the shift's operations.
Establish a high-performance culture.
Manage the flow of work to ensure critical milestones are met.
Act as the primary point of contact for the shift.
Oversee the manufacturing process.
Collaborate with manufacturing engineering, production planning, and quality control.
Scale the organization into a robust operation over the next 2–5 years.
Transition between high-level leadership and hands-on technical support to ensure production targets are met.
Host audits in manufacturing environment.
Implement root cause and corrective action methods.
Manage projects for implementing new methodologies to resolve systemic issues.
Interpret drawings, work instructions, routings, etc.
Perform direct labor to support production goals during the initial scaling phase.