Job Description

See what you’re missing. 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. F-35 team is looking for an Operations Program Manager (OPM) to join our team and play a critical role in driving the success of our F-35 sustainment program portfolio. Responsibilities include: - Oversees and manages the Operations project(s) and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management. - Prepares project execution plan and identifies technical and business resources needed. - Reviews status of projects and budgets, manages schedules and prepares status reports. - Assesses issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. - Provides technical and analytical guidance to project team. 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. 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. Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree, and four or more years of experience. - Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with the ability lead cross functional teams and influence senior leaders. - 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 and six years of experience. - Aerospace/Defense experience, with focus areas in Supply Chain Planning, and/or Manufacturing. - 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.

Benefits

Information 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. Intern Benefits: - Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. - Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance. Please note: - Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).