Strategic Factory Manager- Sign on bonus!

Job Description

This position may be eligible for a 10k sign on bonus!

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, 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 with 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 Electronic Systems (ES) sector spans the commercial and defense electronics markets with a broad portfolio of mission-critical electronic systems, including flight and engine controls; electronic warfare and night vision systems; surveillance and reconnaissance sensors; secure networked communications equipment; geospatial imagery intelligence products and systems; mission management; and power-and energy-management systems.

BAE Systems is seeking a Strategic Factory Manager to lead the Final Assembly Team at our Austin, Texas Manufacturing Hub. In this role, you will be the driving force behind our production successensuring our products are delivered on time, meet the highest quality standards, and are produced with maximum efficiency. You will lead a talented team of supervisors and engineers, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. You will be a key contributor behind driving the success of our 5 year ramp to rate (R2R).

This is a first shift position working a 9/80 schedule-every other Friday off.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Lead & Develop: Supervise and mentor a diverse team of production operators and technicians. You ll set clear expectations, provide coaching, and build an inclusive environment where everyone can grow.

• Drive Operations: Oversee daily manufacturing activities, ensuring we hit build-time targets and strictly adhere to safety and quality protocols. You will lead daily stand-ups to keep the team aligned and resolve bottlenecks quickly.

• Optimize Processes: Use Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and improve efficiency. You ll analyze key metrics (throughput, efficiency, and utilization) to create data-driven action plans.

• Collaborate: Act as the key link between the shop floor and Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Managers to solve constraints and support new product launches.

• Ensure Compliance: Lead the team through audits and customer engagements, ensuring all work instructions are accurate and company policies are followed.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration

• 8 years of experience in Electronics Manufacturing in a leadership role as a supervisor or Manager.

• Proven leadership experience in an electronics manufacturing environment (Defense or Aerospace industry experience is a major plus).

• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance

• Lean/Six Sigma Certified

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, such as SAP or Oracle or similar.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

• Experience in the defense industry or similar highly regulated sector

• Active Secret Clearance

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317

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.

Strategic Factory Manager- Sign on bonus!

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