Operations Program Manager II - Advanced Capabilities Security Clearance

Position: Operations Program Manager II - Advanced Capabilities with Security Clearance
Job Description What's it like working for a company that makes a national impact? Inspiring. At BAE Systems, we work on cutting edge innovations that help to support some of the nation's biggest defense programs and commercial applications. You can be a part of that mission helping to develop manufacturing strategies for new technologies, supporting producibility with an eye for continuous improvement, and helping to develop the pipeline for sustainment activities - all while growing your own career.

BAE Systems Space Systems Product Line provides some of the most advanced, high-reliability space electronics. Our products have provided services to a variety of civil, commercial, and national security space missions for over the past 30 years, and we would like YOU to join us as we continue to support critical communication, navigation, surveillance and tracking, planetary exploration, weather, and classified missions.

We put our customers first exemplified by our mission of "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®". However, we also promote a flexible work environment that provides you a chance to change the world while also promoting work-life balance. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, the Hudson, NH team is seeking a highly skilled Operations Program Manager II to join our Advanced Capability Program consisting of Opto-Electrical Modules builds.

Leading the Operations function while collaborating with the cross-functional program team - this role will require a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work in a hybrid format to truly embody the essence of a Jack of all trades. Supporting follow-on production awards, along with Development content leveraging our historical baseline - this role will have a unique opportunity to get exposure across several platforms and customers.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Operations Program Manager is responsible for coordinating all Operations activities on a program. Starting at inception, the Operations Program Manager will be responsible for developing material and labor strategies/estimates to support open proposals. Upon award, the Operations Program Manager will then be in charge of initiating and owning the material procurement stroke and manufacturing execution through delivery to the customer (which may require Development and Non-Recurring Engineering activities).

Flowing requirements from the product line, program manager, and customer to the Operations function - this role will heavily engage with Manufacturing, Technical Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Engineering ensuring that we can build and deliver product that meets internal/customer requirements while performing to schedule and cost expectations. RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Project management of development, production, sustainment programs. Role may support multiple programs/customers, w/potential for support in our Radio Frequency Effects area.

* Cost Account Manager responsible for all Operations estimates. Will manage performance against the baseline program plan by monitoring quality, schedule, and cost performance and accurately forecasting both labor and material to meet financial commitments.

* Ensure all deliverables meet contractual requirements (specifications, cost, schedule)

* Promotes a strong sense of teamwork among personnel supporting various phases of the program efforts. Willing to create partnerships with cross-functional leaders

* Develop, Execute and Monitor plans that support the Business Operating Plan. Ownership and management of Manufacturing plans inclusive of manufacturing capabilities, staffing, and capital/capacity

* Ensure Manufacturing execution is aligned with Program and Customer demand / requirements

* Work with production team on any capability transitions (Development/Sustainment)

* Work with Factory supports to resolve issues that require Supplier, Program, or Customer action. Ability to act as the liaison to bridge the communications between these parties

* Be the Operations Leader for Customer / Program requirements. Support on-site customer visits, factory tours, and other meeting requirements

* Support factory compliance…