Operations Program Manager IV

Job Description
You don’t see it, but it’s there. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Aerospace and Mission Systems, 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.

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 remote. There will be periods of time where a majority of work will need to be performed on site.

The Integrated Survivability Solutions (ISS) product line within the Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) business area has an exciting opportunity for an Operations Program Manager to join the team. The Product Line is well positioned for growth and is looking for a dynamic individual to join us.This Operations Program Manager, (OPM), will be instrumental at setting the Operations foundation on an Engineering Manufacturing Development Program. Over time this role is envisioned to also eventually be a people leader as we grow the team.

Responsibilities to include:

• Project Oversight & Liaison: Oversees and manages Operations projects while serving as the primary liaison between the Program Office, Supply Chain, Subcontracts, Planning, Quality, and the factory.
• Planning & Resource Management: Prepares project execution plans and identifies the technical and factory resources required to achieve business goals and objectives.
• Monitoring & Reporting: Reviews project status and budgets, manages schedules, and prepares status reports for the Program Manager and/or the Customer.
• Issue Resolution: Identifies all project issues and develops resolutions to ensure productivity and quality requirements are met.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree and experience, or 10 years of experience.
• Experience working engineering development programs with foresight to transition to production, which may include sub-projects of non-recurring engineering efforts.
• Operations Management experience.
• Project management skills with a thorough knowledge of the Operations functions.
• Experience with Risk and Opportunity Management.
• Experience with Earned Value Management System.
• Proven skills in data analysis, leading small teams, effective communications, proposals.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master's Degree and substantial Operations Management experience.
• Leadership without direct authority.
• Experience with development bills of material.
• Experience in manufacturing and/or supply chain.
• Experience adhering to and/or setting up statements of work.
• Experience assessing staffing levels and ramping up a team as needed.
• PMP Certification.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems, Inc.
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.

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.