Operational Program Manager Jobs in New Hampshire

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 with our team in Space Systems.
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 change to change the world while also supporting work-life balance. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, the Hudson/Merrimack, NH team is seeking a highly skilled Operations Program Manager III to join our team. This position will specifically focus on the Radio Frequency Effects product area under which we are rapidly developing new technologies to gain market entry and position ourselves for large production awards. Over the next year, this role will focus heavily on collaborating with Engineering to develop a technical baseline with manufacturability in mind, creating a supply chain strategy, manufacturing make/where strategy, to support not only initial demos but also large-scale production awards with dynamic ramp to rate timelines. This individual will require heavy internal coordination with other ES manufacturing sites and the Space and Mission Systems Sector to develop work plans/funding/strategy to determine where these products will be built and what capital investments will be required from the business to succeed. As this product area continues to grow, this candidate will ideally transition from Operations Program Manager to Strategic Operations Manager working directly for the Space Systems Operations Product Line Director overseeing all programs, awards, and staffing to truly develop and shape this portion of our Space Systems Product Line. For those interested in long term development, growth, and opportunity - this is an excellent role to own your own destiny and prepare to be a leader for one of our fastest growing areas.
General Responsibilities
The Operations Program Manager is responsible for coordinating all Operations activities on a program. In these development stages, the Operations Program Manager will work in tandem with New Product Introduction to insert Operations into the design phases with a keen eye on manufacturability for design and long term supply chain/production strategies. As those efforts shape during the course of these programs, the Operations Program Manager will ultimately be responsible for developing material and labor strategies/estimates to support these exciting follow-on/production captures. 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 required 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.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Required Skills and Education

• BS in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Optical or Materials Engineeering, or equivalent 8+ years of relevant working experience
• Ability to lead in a cross-functional team environment, with a customer-focused approach, and an aptitude for continuous improvement in saving internal and external customers
• Demonstrated success in implementing lean manufacturing, yield management and resolution of a complex product base, and supply chain initiatives
• Requires strong manufacturing background and experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Demonstrated experience supporting product development and NPI (New Product Introduction) into stable production environments
• Strong diplomatic, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage and report status of projects within a project management discipline
• Ability to provide strategic contributions while successfully executing on tactical objectives
• Must be a US citizen eligible for a DOD security clearance

Preferred Skills and Education

• BS in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Optical or Materials Engineeering, or equivalent 8+ years of relevant working experience
• Ability to lead in a cross-functional team environment, with a customer-focused approach, and an aptitude for continuous improvement in saving internal and external customers
• Demonstrated success in implementing lean manufacturing, yield management and resolution of a complex product base, and supply chain initiatives
• Requires strong manufacturing background and experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Demonstrated experience supporting product development and NPI (New Product Introduction) into stable production environments
• Strong diplomatic, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage and report status of projects within a project management discipline
• Ability to provide strategic contributions while successfully executing on tactical objectives
• Must be a US citizen eligible for a DOD security clearance