Mgr III- Strategic Ops na BAE Systems

BAE Systems is hiring a Strategic Operations Manager - Value Stream Leader to support our Combat Mission Systems (CMS) business in Louisville, KY. This role will serve as the Value Stream Leader for our Submarine Tube or other Manufacturing programs. The position will manage the production value stream team and product(s) with direct and indirect supervision of employees across all operating shifts and assigned supporting functions. The Leader will be responsible for the daily performance of the value streams along with setting short- and long-term priorities for the teams. Drive both tactical and long-range strategic planning processes for assigned operations by overseeing and managing aspects of engineering, manufacturing, production control, and supply chain management. Define goals, improve technologies, and resolve problems in conjunction with managers of engineering, manufacturing, program management, and supply chain. Develop operations-related plans, budgets, policies, and procedures. Maintain Safety, Health, and Environmental compliance relating to the production facility and assigned area. Champion the continuous improvement effort for their value stream focusing on reducing cycle and lead times for their processes.

• This position will be onsite in Louisville, KY.
• There will be up to 25% of travel, on average.

Responsibilities:

• Accountable to SQDCP performance to achieve company KPI targets for each production value stream within assigned area.
• Ensure products and services are delivered on time, within cost, and in accordance with contract terms and conditions, while also meeting performance requirements.
• Lead and develop the capital review and budget process for assigned areas.
• Support compilation of labor forecasts for both Estimates to Completion (ETC) and Estimates at Completion (EACs) for the support and touch employees involved within the defined area.
• Develop and review reports detailing product status, direct labor utilization, efficiency, scrap, rework, and defect data.
• Participate in the development and execution of plans to address unfavorable trends or variances.
• Supports the implementation of new systems, procedures and work instructions, and special projects supporting manufacturing and customer service objectives.
• Communicate with management (and/or customers) through development of briefing packages, EACs, and technical proposals, that reflect the current and future state of production for each program within assigned area.
• Monitor inventory levels to proactively ensure there are no disruptions to product flow (support both direct and indirect material).
• Coordinate daily, and as needed, with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers to ensure awareness of upcoming changes or needs in production schedules.
• Develop standard operating procedures for all activities within the value stream to establish repeatable processes.
• Develop a one team mindset and mentor and develop employees to help develop a high-performance organization and capacity for future leaders.
• Develop and implement staffing and training plans for direct and indirect labor to maximize personnel safety, quality, efficiency, utilization, and productivity.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders such as vendors and government agencies when necessary.
• Maintain Safety, Health, and Environmental compliance relating to the production facility and assigned area.
• Champion the continuous improvement effort for their value stream focusing on reducing cycle and lead times for their processes.

Kentucky

255630

Confidential

1st Shift

None

Combat Mission Systems

Louisville

Strategic Operations Manager - Value Stream Leader - Manufacturing Programs

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 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.

130_BAE Systems Land&Armaments LP

40214

Regular

Internal/External

32OPS_P&S CMS Operations

United States

Strategic Operations

150370

25%

Yes

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience

Manufacturing & Maintenance

Full-time onsite

Yes