**Job Description** BAE Systems is hiring a Developmental Operations Program Manager III to support our Combat Missions Systems (CMS) business. This role is focused on new development programs. You will set the manufacturing strategy and scope for the new program aligning scope as directed by our BMS Manufacturing planning processes and as recommended by the Department of Defense Handbook for Manufacturing Management. The role manages moderate to highly complex programs/projects involving the program development, production, and technical support. Provides competitive advantage to the company by managing the project/program's defined scope on schedule, within budget, and at the expected level of quality in accordance with the contract terms. Is the Operations primary point of contact and manages stakeholder communications with team, Program Management, customers, and BAE Systems management on Operations programs status. Responsibilities: + Provides Operations program leadership in Program/Project Execution from program capture through delivery. + Support proposal development and responsible for all manufacturing BOEs. + Develop the manufacturing plan aligned with functional stakeholders in engineering, quality and procurement. + Develops long term and strategic approaches, manages program launch and execution, anticipates and resolves problems, and ensures inter-group cooperation to meet all program obligations and objectives. + Develops Operations strategies for proposal preparation, negotiations, and pricing decisions. + Understands the program financial position including managing and reporting the Operations financial inputs/results. + Supports Risk and Opportunity management activities. + Cost Account Management on EV programs. + Manage DTUPC for labor + Manage Transition to Production process, meetings and checklist. + Interfaces with customers on all Operations program issues. + Ensures program documentation is of acceptable quality and completeness. + Manages the orderly closure and disposition of all Manufacturing processes and equipment. + Documents Operations lessons learned and archives all program records. + Complies with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to ethics, export control, proprietary information, document/record retention, public communication, etc. + Actively promotes a culture of safety, health, and wellbeing. + Maintains a safe work environment and ensures compliance with safety and environmental objectives and policies. + Supports BAE Systems Lifecycle Management (LCM) implementation. **Required Education, Experience, & Skills** + Bachelor s Degree and 8 years of experience or equivalent experience + Experience in Program/Project/Operations Management + Experience in Production/Manufacturing + Experience in proposal BOE development + Ability to lead a moderate to highly complex program throughout the program lifecycle + Ability to initiate, strategically plan, execute, monitor, control, and close projects + Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and delegate + Ability to effectively negotiate win-win outcomes + Ability to use objectivity, creativity, and analytical ability to solve problem + Ability to effectively manage interpersonal relations and conflicts + Ability to effectively represent the organization + Excellent oral and written communication skills **Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills** + Graduate Degree a plus + Professional Certifications (PMP, APMP, PM Core, etc.) a plus + Secret Security Clearance a plus + Experience in FAR/DFAR a plus + Experience in Life Cycle Management (LCM) a plus + Knowledge of Department of Defense Handbook for Manufacturing Management + Knowledge of Department of Defense Integrated Defense Acquisition, Technology, & Logistics Life Cycle Management Framework through all phases and milestones **Pay Information** Full-Time Salary Range: $115100 - $195700 Please 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. **Operations Program Manager III** **107920BR** EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression