Business Operations Manager II - McLean VA

MSCCN; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 229,000; Full time

Job summary

Air & Space Force Solutions (ASFS) within BAE Systems Inc. seeks a seasoned Business Operations Manager to lead cross-functional operations across DoD programs at ASFS. The role is based on-site in McLean, VA, with 10% travel and an active Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities include governance, KPI reporting, capacity planning, and leadership of enterprise initiatives to ensure mission readiness. Ten+ years of program management experience and a DoD-savvy background are required.

Qualifications

• BS or equivalent in management or engineering.
• Ten+ years of related experience in business operations or program management.
• Active Top Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Design and enforce a unified rhythm-of-business cadence (MBRs/QBRs/MMRs) for executive alignment.
• Consolidate program status, risks and dependencies across locations for cross-functional decision-making.
• Prepare executive-level reporting synthesizing performance, cost/schedule, and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Program management

DoD knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Top Secret clearance

Education

BS or equivalent in management or engineering

Job description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience,

Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is 'On-Site' at the location detailed in the job post.

Clearance Level - Must Be Able to Obtain
Top Secret/SCI
U.S. Person Required
Yes
Travel Percentage
10%
Clearance Level - Must Currently Possess
Top Secret
U.S. Citizenship Required
Yes
Is Relocation Available
Yes

Job Description

Air & Space Force Solutions (ASFS) is a Business Area within the Intelligence & Security division of the Platform & Services segment of BAE Systems Inc. ASFS is responsible for the execution of all Air & Space Force-related programs within I&S and for business operations and growth in this market. The Air & Space Force Solutions Business Operations manager will report directly to the VP/GM and will be a member of the ASFS senior leadership team. The Business Operations Manager directs all areas of business operations, both on a daily basis as routine issues arise, executing a wide and challenging range of support activities that underpin the efficient operations of this large and complex business, and looking to the future as they undertake the planning and execution of longer-term strategic operations and initiatives. The individual in this role will actively participate in all business reviews and decisions and manage all reporting requirements upwards. They delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel, identifying and resolving issues and conflicts within the business unit. They interpret companywide policies and processes and establish ASFS operating policies and processes that ensure the smooth operation of the business. They interact frequently with all levels of the business and with external management/stakeholders.
Specific responsibilities of this position will include but not be limited to:
Enterprise Rhythm-of-Business Orchestration: Design and enforce a unified cadence for MBRs/QBRs/MMRs—including pre-read standards, KPI thresholds, and corrective action tracking—ensuring upstream executive alignment and downstream execution.
Integrated Program Governance: Serve as the conduit between VP/GM and ASFS Leadership Team; consolidate program status, risks, and dependencies across multiple factory locations to drive cross-functional decision-making.
Board-Ready Analytics & Storytelling: Prepare executive-level reporting that synthesizes operational performance, cost/schedule outcomes, and mission-critical improvement initiatives into clear narratives and scenario-based recommendations.
Coordinating MBRs, QBRs, data call responses for ASFS, liaison with Functions, MMRs, monitor and tracking of training.
Planning and Management of ASFS facilities, including facilities rationalization, improvements and new requirements.
Program Resource Management at Scale: Lead cost estimation, allocation, tracking, and deep-dive variance analysis across a portfolio of programs; tie resource decisions to contractual baselines and operational capacity.
Forecasting & Executive Presentation: Prepare and present comprehensive forecasts—including sensitivity analysis to senior leadership and internal/external customers; translate complex trends into actionable financial levers.
Networked Facility Strategy: Direct facility rationalization and growth planning across sites; develop business cases for improvements and new requirements that optimize safety, capacity, and mission readiness.
Safety Program Leadership: Oversee proactive safety initiatives (e.g., hazard assessment, preventive maintenance, readiness reviews) aligned with corporate standards; track leading indicators to reduce risk.
Audit Program Ownership: Lead internal/external audits end-to-end—scoping, readiness, execution, and remediation—while strengthening control environments that pass inspection repeatedly.
Operational Rigor Frameworks: Establish and enforce incident management, change management, and release governance standards to ensure stability and high availability of platforms and services.
Capability & Training Portfolio: Monitor, report, and improve employee training across safety, compliance, and technical domains; tie certification pathways to operational roles and mission-critical readiness.
Culture of Accountability & Learning: Promote a high-performance culture through transparent metrics, root-cause analysis, and shared lessons learned; recognize teams for measurable improvements.
Community Investment & Sponsorships: Manage sponsorships and community investment planning aligned to ASFS priorities; track impact and employee engagement outcomes.
Integration & Realignment Leadership: Lead complex integration efforts (org design, process harmonization, systems consolidation) and realignment initiatives that enhance efficiency and reduce handoffs.
Predictive Analytics & Early Warning: Lead initiatives that use predictive models to flag capacity constraints, defect trends, and incident precursors; activate preventive actions to avoid customer impact.
Operational Readiness & Capacity Planning: Set capacity, staffing, and tooling strategies for peak-load scenarios; validate readiness through simulations and after-action reviews.
Coordinating MBRs, QBRs, data call responses for ASFS, liaison with Functions, MMRs, monitor and tracking of training
KPI Suite & Dashboards: Develop and track key operational metrics (availability, incident response, MTTR, throughput, customer impact, cost/schedule performance); publish role-based dashboards for transparency.
Variance & Trend Analysis: Perform recurring variance analyses across cost, schedule, and quality; drive root-cause containment and monitor the efficacy of corrective actions over time.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS or equivalent experience in a management or engineering field.
• Ten+ years’ related experience in business operations or program management.
• Thorough understanding of industry best practices in the DoD technical services market.
• Good oral and written communications skills.
• Significant experience working with non-engineering functions and business processes (Business Development, Contracts, Pricing, Finance, Procurement).
• Active Top Secret clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Post-graduate degree in related technical or in management-related discipline.
• Knowledge and experience working in the DoD technical services industry.
• Experience in proposal processes and development.
• PMP accreditation.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $134640 - $228888

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.