Operations Program Manager 3 Advanced Electronic Warfare - Nashua NH

VetJobs; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 133,000 - 226,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems in Nashua, NH is seeking an Operations Program Manager for the AEWS PBO to lead manufacturing and supply chain efforts on advanced EW products.

You will shape program strategy, oversee make/buy and material plans, automate where feasible, and drive the transition from design to full‑rate production across sites.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 8+ years in programs, EVMS, cost accounting, and proven leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 8+ years of experience in programs or equivalent.
• Strong program/project management skills and proven leadership.
• Extensive supply chain and procurement experience.
• Strong manufacturing background with experience in development and production programs.
• Experience with EVMS and Cost Account Management practices.
• Experience with proposals and the Operations proposal process.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple sites and work virtually.
• High ethics and strong core values; excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy and execution for the PBO product line.
• Drive make/buy decisions and material strategy across the program.
• Oversee automation, affordability, and transition from design to full-rate production.
• Coordinate across business sites and manage budget/scope with leadership.

Skills

Program/Project management

Supply chain

Procurement

Manufacturing

EVMS

Cost Account Management

Proposals process

Cross-site collaboration

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP certification

Job description

Job Description

The Advanced Electronic Warfare Solutions (AEWS) product line is developing and delivering the future of electronic warfare (EW), today along with developing robust sustainment strategies for active platforms. Built on decades of proven fielded capability, rooted on robust operational analysis, and incorporating the most relevant needs of the warfighter, AEWS brings high technology readiness level (TRL) and manufacturing readiness level (MRL) solutions to address the most complex challenges for the United States Department of Defense (DoD). AEWS systems provide the most advanced situational awareness and countermeasures capabilities for both traditional and non-traditional platforms. The AEWS team is empowered and honored to be executing at the tip of the tip of the spear!

One of the exciting opportunities within AEWS is the development of our Product Based Organization (PBO) as we work to take some of todays most complex systems and capabilities and convert them into commercial products. This team is shaping the future on how we will be doing business and who we are doing it with.

As an Operations Program Manager in the PBO we are looking for an individual with a strong background in manufacturing and supply chain who will take that knowledge and drive the program strategy. Partnering closely with the other functions we will be forging new territory as we develop our commercial model for the Electronic Combat Systems business area. Some activities may include – make/where decisions for the PBO product, material strategy development and deployment, automation, affordability, managing design concept through full rate production, and transition to production across business sites.

Clearance Level - Must Be Able to Obtain

Secret

U.S. Person Required

Yes

Travel Percentage

10%

Clearance Level - Must Currently Possess

None

U.S. Citizenship Required

Yes

Is Relocation Available

No

Auto req ID

487496BR

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Required Education, Experience, & Skills


• Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience


• Excellent program/project management skills


• Strong Supply Chain and Procurement background


• Strong Manufacturing background


• Demonstrated experience in development and production programs


• Demonstrated acumen with regard to EVMS and the ability to implement Cost Account Management best practices


• Experience with proposals and the Operations proposal process


• Experience working across business sites and virtually


• High degree of ethics and strong core values


• Exceptional oral communication and formal presentation skills and a demonstrated ability to establish excellent internal and external customer relationships


• Ability to work both independently and as a member of team with initiative, creativity, and innovation


• High level of business and financial acumen, with proven ability to manage scope and budget


• Exceptional management and leadership skills and ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner


• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills for interacting with team members and prospective clients

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• PMP, Agile, or other related Certifications


• Manufacturing AND Supply Chain experience


• Strong foundation in the Operations function


• CAM/ Financial Management


• Risk and Opportunity Management


• Plan for Every Part / Left Shift / Sourcing Experience


• CAB/ Yield Improvement Boards and Affordability


• Risk and Ops


• Analytical skills and the ability to work independently to develop Leadership presentations for the Operations and Program function

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035

City*

Nashua

State*

New Hampshire

Job_Category

Operations

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

BAE Systems