Operations Program Manager

Job Description
BAE Systems is hiring an Operations Program Manager (OPM) IV to support our Combat Missions Systems (CMS) business on developmental programs. You will both manage other OPMs as well as support development programs at approximately 30% direct labor utilization. You and your team will set the manufacturing strategy and scope for the new program and align scope as directed by our BMS Manufacturing planning processes and as recommended by the Department of Defense Handbook for Manufacturing Management (MIL-HDBK-896A). The role manages moderate to highly complex programs/projects involving the program development, production, and technical support. Provides competitive advantage to the company by managing the project/program's defined scope on schedule, within budget, and at the expected level of quality in accordance with the contract terms. Is the Operations' primary point of contact and manages stakeholder communications with team, Program Management, customers, and BAE Systems management on Operations' program status.
Responsibilities:

• Manage and mentor OPMs and team and align to associated BMS processes.
• Develop necessary OPM training requirements and mature overall OPM capabilities and skills.
• Support NPI Director in building manufacturing left shift awareness and scope with new programs as well as further developing the NPI strategy.
• Ensure programs transition to value stream and into production smoothly.
• Provides Operations' program leadership in Program/Project Execution from program capture through delivery.
• Support proposal development and responsible for all manufacturing BOEs.
• Develop the manufacturing plan aligned with functional stakeholders in engineering, quality and procurement.
• Develops long term and strategic approaches, manages program launch and execution, anticipates and resolves problems, and ensures inter-group cooperation to meet all program obligations and objectives.
• Develops Operations' strategies for proposal preparation, negotiations, and pricing decisions.
• Understands the program financial position including managing and reporting the Operations financial inputs/results.
• Supports Risk and Opportunity management activities.
• Cost Account Management on EV programs.
• Manage DTUPC for labor
• Manage Transition to Production process, meetings and checklist.
• Interfaces with customers on all Operations' program issues.
• Ensures program documentation is of acceptable quality and completeness.
• Manages the orderly closure and disposition of all Manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Documents Operations' lessons learned and archives all program records.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to ethics, export control, proprietary information, document/record retention, public communication, etc.
• Actively promotes a culture of safety, health, and wellbeing.
• Maintains a safe work environment and ensures compliance with safety and environmental objectives and policies.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of experience or equivalent experience
• Experience in Cost Account Management
• Experience in proposal development and BOE (Basis of Estimate) generation
• Experience in Operations Management
• Passionate about improving new product introductions and manufacturing left shift
• Ability to work collaboratively across the CMS enterprise
• Experience with Operations Program Management for Transition to Production BMS 09673
• Experience with Manufacturing Integration BMS 094550
• Experience with Manufacturing Plan Development and Execution Procedure BMS 093606
• Experience with PP-1 Production Planning and Execution Procedure BMS 093606
• Experience with Transition to Production Checklist BMS 093760
• Knowledge of Department of Defense Handbook for Manufacturing Management MIL-HDBK-896A
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Readiness Levels and associated scope
• Experience with BAE Systems Lifecycle Management
• Ability to lead a moderate to highly complex program throughout the program lifecycle
• Ability to initiate, strategically plan, execute, monitor, control, and close projects
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and delegate
• Ability to effectively negotiate win-win outcomes
• Ability to use objectivity, creativity, and analytical ability to solve problem
• Ability to effectively manage interpersonal relations and conflicts
• Ability to effectively represent the organization
• Ability to get a Secret Security Clearance
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience managing a team

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Graduate Degree a plus
• Professional Certifications (PMP, APMP, PM Core, etc.) a plus
• Secret Security Clearance a plus
• Experience in FAR/DFAR a plus

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $133333 - $226667

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 Platforms & Services
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.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

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.