Program Excellence Director I - Hybrid

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Nashua
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.For this position, we could consider someone working out of any one for the major Electronic System BAE System locations: Austin TX, Endicott NY, Fort Wayne IN, Greenlawn NY, Huntsville AL, Nashua NH, San Diego CA or Wayne NJ.You don't see it, but it's there. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics -from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems (ES), you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense 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 missions: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us--" and "We Innovate for Those Who Move the WorldTM." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.The Program Excellence (Px) team provides strategic and thought leadership to Project, Program, and Portfolio Management for the ES Sector with annual sales of approximately $7B and over 600 program managers. With our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your career advancement prospects in a diverse work environment are limitless.This role within the Px team will provide strategic leadership of Program Management Process, Tools, and Measures for the ES Sector. This includes the following responsibilities:

• Provide oversight and management to existing program management processes and best practices to meet the needs of the ES Sector to improve and streamline all facets of program management while minimizing wastes such as defects, excess processing, over production, and waiting.
• Serve as the ES Px expert on Lifecycle Management and Program Management process and tailoring.
• Serve as the main point of contract for the Program Management function for internal/external audits.
• Provide thought and execution leadership to the development and deployment of tool sets to automate and/or error proof Program Management administrative tasks.
• Review and analyze Sector level Program Management performance trends against industry benchmarks and suggest continuous improvements for the Program Management function to the Senior Px Director and other ES Business Leaders.
• Support cross-sector and BAE Systems, Inc. program management initiatives.Because of the potential need to access export controlled and other restricted data, this specific position requires US citizenship status.Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Proven leadership experience of a team, project, and/or initiative with a demonstrated ability to make decisions amidst uncertainty using recognized business acumen principles.
  • Substantial prior experience leading Root Cause Corrective Action exercises to determine TRUE root cause(s) of a defect or suboptimal outcome and subsequent preventative/corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
  • Demonstrated ability in guiding change management (especially cultural change) to work across a variety of functions, cultures, sites, geographic regions, and levels of management to deliver results to the business.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills with experience presenting to senior leaders and customers in an accurate, concise, and understandable manner.
  • Knowledge of BAE Systems corporate and ES processes such as the Operational Framework, Lifecycle Management, AS9100, and CMMI.
  • Proficient in conducting data collection, analysis, reporting, and briefing to support process, tools, and measures recommended changes and new implementations.
  • Strong coaching and mentoring skills to facilitate knowledge transfer of a subject or topic.
  • Good understanding of BAE Systems' matrixed organization, manufacturing facilities and the Product Lifecycle within the BAE Systems' environment.
  • Time management and prioritization skillsPreferred Education, Experience, & Skills
    • 10 years of aerospace and/or defense experience
    • Master's degree
    • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or equivalent certification
    • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt training or equivalentPay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $150370 - $255630Please 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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