Operations Program Manager II
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Greenlawn
Posted on: October 17, 2024
Job Description:
Job Description Because of the need for consistent, in-person
collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due
to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed
full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at
a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.The role of the OPM is to
oversee and manage the programs/projects within Operations
responsibility. He/she serves as the liaison amongst the various
functional groups within Operations and as the single POC between
Operations as a whole and the balance of the company. The OPM
prepares project execution plans, identifies the technical and
business resources needed, reviews status of projects and budgets
against the plan, manages schedules preparing / presenting status
and assesses issues and develops resolutions. The OPM is the cross
functional leader of his/her program team providing technical and
analytical guidance to the team. The OPM has the ultimate
responsibility for cost, quality and delivery on their assigned
programs.
- Responsible for facilitating the preparation of proposal
estimates for the Operations functional groups as well as
supporting fact finding and negotiations when called upon to do
so.
- Manage Operations performance against the baseline program plan
by monitoring quality, schedule and cost performance of all
Operations functions.
- Gather and interpret Operations data, i.e. status, and present
it in a clear and concise manner to Operations Management, Program
Management and / or Engineering Management.
- Utilizing departmental standards, generate Operational plans
(i.e. Manufacturing, Sales) and schedules and utilize them to
provide direction to the functional departments.
- When necessary, generate ad hoc plans and schedules for
activities not fitting Operations norms - i.e. Excel, MS
Project.
- Actively participate in project/team meetings providing clear
direction to the various functional areas.
- Using a general knowledge of industry practices, techniques and
standards, develop solutions to problems of moderate scope and
complexity.
- Understand and interpret corporate policy and procedure,
insuring program compliance.
- Good interpersonal skills required at all levels of the team,
the touch personnel side, to the support functions and all levels
of management up to the Director of Programs.
- Active participation in cost tracking utilizing existing tools
and procedures leading to presentation of cost positions, EAC
positions and variance explanations against the released
budget.
- Active participation in cost proposals utilizing existing tools
and procedures leading to proposal generation and customer
negotiation support and development of budgets.
- Review of project performance against established metrics and
development of "get well plans" when required.
- Managing forecasted work load- Sales & Operations Planning
- Working with manufacturing review/analyze factory demand vs
capacity, capital equipment decisions/investment strategies
- Proposal preparation, risk and opportunity planning,
negotiation support
- Perform make/buy analyses, support Supply Chain
initiatives
- Initiate project planning/scheduling activities
- Support customer meeting - design reviews, technical
interchange, production readiness, etc.
- Manages Operations performance against the baseline program
plan by monitoring quality schedule and cost performance of all
Operations functions assigned to a program
- Lead for operations during the design process with a focus on
continuous improvement projects related to meeting Cost, quality,
cycle time, and delivery objectives on assigned Programs
- Demonstrated success in implementing lean manufacturing and
supply chain initiatives
- Provides a "single point of contact" between Operations and the
Program Office for providing program status and resolving problems.
Presents Operations status to customer, Program Management and/or
Operations Management as required.
- Manage programs in a borderless environment
- Cross functional lead responsible for ensuring the factory and
supply chain's ability to meet the program milestones and
schedule
- Interfaces with the appropriate organization within Operations
to ensure any changes which will impact assigned tasks have been
appropriately scoped, communicated and addressed.
- Promotes a strong sense of teamwork among personnel supporting
various phases of the program efforts.Please note that pursuant to
a government contract, this specific position requires US
citizenship statusRequired Education, Experience, & Skills
Strong diplomatic, communication,
presentation and negotiation skills -Able to multitask effectively
with agility.Ability to manage and report status of projects within
a project management disciplineAbility to lead in a
cross-functional team environment, with a customer-focused
approach, and an aptitude for continuous improvement in serving
internal and external customersDemonstrated success in implementing
lean manufacturing and supply chain initiativesRecord of success in
supporting increasing demand while continuing to meet key
performance indicators.Ability to provide strategic contributions
while successfully executing on tactical objectivesPreferred
Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor's Degree and 10 years work
experience or equivalent experienceKnowledge and/or experience with
AS9145/APQP is preferredProject Management Professional (PMP)
Certification preferredProficiency in office technologies including
MS Word, Excel, Access, Project, PowerPoint; VisioProficiency with
continuous process improvement methodologies and tool; strong group
facilitation skillsWorking knowledge of MRP systemsPrior experience
in a military/defense based manufacturing environmentPay
InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $122640 - $208440Please 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. 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.About BAE Systems Electronic Systems 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. Electronic Systems
(ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing
defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we
push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge
and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products
and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the
ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000
highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest
minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and
the communities we serve.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and
Inclusion:At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an
inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they
belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see
themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in
order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must
feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped
to thrive. We provide impactful professional development
experiences to our employees and invest in social impact
partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change.
Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work
in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will
learn, grow and belong.
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