Value Stream Manager (Artillery Cannon Production)

Job Description
BAE Systems is hiring a Strategic Operations Manager to support our Combat Mission Systems (CMS) business in Louisville, KY. In this role, you will own the coordination and execution of the daily operations for both our Navy Barrel and Army Cannon manufacturing operations. The role will manage both machining product lines with direct and indirect supervision of employees across all operating shifts and assigned supporting functions. You will drive the long-range strategic planning process for your assigned operations by overseeing and managing aspects of engineering, manufacturing, production control, and supply chain management. You will define goals, improve technologies, and resolve problems in conjunction with managers of engineering, manufacturing, program management, and supply chain. Additionally, you will develop operations-related plans, budgets, policies, and procedures, and maintain Safety, Health, and Environmental compliance relating to the production facility and your assigned area.
Responsibilities:

• Manage a cross-functional team to support both Navy Barrel and Army Cannon product lines, with direct and indirect supervision of employees across all operating shifts and assigned supporting functions.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of production, including the coordination of changes regarding scheduling, resource allocation, equipment, and workflow management.
• Identify and lead activities that optimize production processes, improve efficiency, and reduce costs while maintaining quality standards and meeting production delivery requirements.
• Maintain accountability for SQDCP performance and reporting of company KPI targets for production, while identifying areas for improvement with corrective actions.
• Participate in the compilation of labor forecasts for both Estimates to Completion (ETC) and Estimates at Completion (EACs) for the support and touch employees within the defined area.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including PMO, engineering, quality control, and supply chain, to ensure seamless coordination and execution of production plans.
• Lead, mentor, and create a "One Team" mindset for the entire value stream team of supervisors, production workers, and cross-functional teams by providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Manage inventory levels and production schedules to meet customer demands and minimize lead times.
• Work with the Value Stream Leader to develop strategies and prioritize, communicate, and manage operational priorities and initiatives for the year.
• Support the implementation of new systems, procedures, and work instructions, as well as special projects supporting manufacturing and customer service objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all company and OSHA-regulated safety, environmental, and ethical requirements/standards.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• US Citizen with a DoD Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, or a related discipline, with 10 years of experience (or equivalent professional experience).
• Experience in manufacturing/production leadership, including production control, manufacturing engineering, operational excellence, and/or manufacturing quality.
• Experience in people management and leadership, including leading daily operations in a value stream and managing both direct and indirect cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage large-scale, high-complexity, and high-volume manufacturing operations, including machining.
• Experience with Oracle or similar ERP systems.
• Ability to lead in a cross-functional environment with complex issues and rapidly changing priorities and assignments.
• Ability to rapidly review, analyze, and implement complex processes.
• Ability to isolate and resolve complex problems.
• Ability to identify, adjust, and correct processes and systems within a manufacturing ERP system.
• Ability to identify and drive process improvements using lean manufacturing and analytical/data-driven methods in a cross-functional, matrix-driven environment.
• Proven track record of strong collaboration and team-building skills in creating a "One Team" environment.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Graduate degree in Engineering or a manufacturing-related discipline.
• Experience in Defense (DoD) or government contracting environments.
• Experience managing a union environment.
• Experience with the deployment and implementation of Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Experience in production planning and control within an Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Experience in Earned Value Management (EVM) and performance management through KPIs and metrics.
• Experience in manufacturing and quality engineering practices and instructions.
• Strong knowledge of product launch processes with a focus on Design for Manufacturing (DFM) concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to rapidly review and resolve complex technical problems.
• Ability to effectively interface with customers to identify needs and deliver proposed solutions.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $136000 - $231200
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.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
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.