Senior Director III - Business Area Operations
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Fort Wayne
Posted on: November 1, 2024
Job Description:
Job Description It's about the journey. Whether it's a bus ride
or flight, our commercial electronic systems help transport
millions of passengers every day. Every second a plane takes off
somewhere in the world, enabled by our flight-critical products. Be
part of our journey at Electronic Systems where you'll be among the
brightest minds, working on the industry's most difficult problems.
Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the
future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides
you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal
life. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "We
Innovate For Those Who Move The World---." Sound like a team you
want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.BAE
Systems is seeking a Business Area Operations Director (BAOD) for
our Controls and Avionics Solutions (CAS) business. This position
is based in Fort Wayne, IN and leads the Operations function over
six locations. Being a trusted provider of aerospace solutions, the
CAS business develops, produces, and services advanced and highly
reliable electronic controls for the leading manufacturers of
commercial and military aircraft including their flight and
propulsion systems.The CAS Operations team consists of over 1,000
employees spanning multiple product lines, facilities, geographies,
technologies, and cost account segments. This role is the
business-facing leader of the Operations organization and a key
strategic contributor to the business area, including the long-term
planning process. This role will also be responsible for delivering
world-class manufacturing with exceptional product quality at
target cost for their production facilities. This role will report
directly to the Vice President, Operations of Electronic Systems.
The required location for this role is Fort Wayne, IN. 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. Please note that pursuant to a government contract,
this specific position requires US citizenship statusRequired
Education, Experience, & Skills
Typically a Bachelor's degree in a
technical or business-related discipline and a minimum of 15 years
of experience with electronic systems manufacturing processes and
systems. Minimum LSS Green Belt.Must be willing to travel up to
25%.Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now
or in the future. BAE Systems, Inc. will not offer sponsorship for
this position.This role requires the ability to obtain a security
clearance.Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience leading a complex electronics manufacturing business
with revenues of at least $500M across multiple sites and multiple
account segments.
- Expertise utilizing "lean" principles and a track record of
success in developing significant improvements in cost management,
inventory management, quality, and delivery.
- Experience establishing a vision, gaining cross-organizational
support for that vision, and implementing that vision and
facilitating change in a logical, methodical manner.
- Ability to marshal resources to get things done, orchestrate
multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal, and use resources
effectively and efficiently. Proven skills partnering across the
business and the ability to collaborate within and across
organizational boundaries.
- Experience with large scale MES or other enterprise software
for enhancing global process.
- Executive level communication skills with experience presenting
complex information to senior leaders.
- Exceptional negotiation skills with the ability to negotiate
win-win solutions at a high level with internal and external
customers and partners in a timely and decisive manner.
- Exhibits a high degree of technical credibility and
communicates highly technical information in a simplistic and
easily understandable way. Analytical skills to draw appropriate
conclusions from data, anticipating second and third order effects
when making recommendations.
- Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring skills with the
ability to achieve results through others and a focus on holistic
leadership.
- Previous experience working for a government defense
contractor.
- MBA or MS degree.
- Black Belt certification from ASQ.Pay InformationFull-Time
Salary Range: $194600 - $330800Please 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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