Deputy Business Area Operations Director, CAS

Job Description

The Deputy, Business Area Operations Director (Deputy BAOD) for Controls & Avionics Solutions (CAS) is a senior operations leader responsible for driving the daily operating rhythm, multisite coordination, and tactical execution across the CAS manufacturing network. While the role aligns to CAS, it also directly supports the evolving Fort Wayne operational hub, which is increasingly producing products and capabilities for multiple BAE Systems business areas.

This role enables disciplined daily execution, drives recurring operational forums, resolves constraints, and ensures alignment across functions and sites. The Deputy BAOD will lead the Operations Product Line Directors (OPLDs) and provides hands-on operational oversight, freeing the BAOD to focus on longterm strategy, enterprise operating architecture, and futurestate capability development.

The Deputy works closely with factory leadership, Quality, Operational Excellence, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Program teams. The Deputy BAOD also represents CAS Operations in executive forums as needed, ensuring continuity of leadership and decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the delegated operational authority in the absence of the BAOD, providing continuity in leadership, decisions, and daily operational direction

Lead daytoday operations across CAS sites and the broader Fort Wayne hub, managing realtime production constraints and operational flow.

Own recurring operational meetings and discussions (e.g., tiered management, weekly operations reviews, constraint reviews), ensuring clear actions and disciplined followthrough

Manage and develop the Operations Product Line Directors (OPLDs); ensure performance aligns with CAS operational requirements and customer commitments

Drive cross-functional coordination among production, engineering, supply chain, quality, and program teams to resolve issues quickly and maintain operational flow

Champion cultural alignment across CAS operations partnering with stakeholders and business area leadership to identify cultural opportunities

Participate in employee listening sessions, feedback mechanisms, and focus groups to identify engagement barriers and translate insights into targeted operational actions

Monitor daily metrics (delivery, quality, labor, safety, cost) and ensure timely escalation and corrective action

Ensure operational readiness for executive reviews, customer meetings, audits, and program engagements

Serve as a stabilizing presence across operations, ensuring clarity, consistency, and effective communication of priorities

Build stronger operational leadership capability across the organization and within factory teams.

Identify leadership gaps, strengthen succession planning, and partner with HR and site leadership to develop talent across the hub.

Key Competencies

Operational Execution

CrossFunctional Coordination

Leadership Presence

Problem Solving

Decision Quality

Collaboration & Influence

Risk & Issue Management

Culture Stewardship

Employee Engagement

Executive Communication

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Required Qualifications

Bachelor s degree in engineering, operations management, business administration, or related field; or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree

12 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in aerospace, defense, or complex electronics production; 15 years experience in lieu of a degree

Demonstrated strength in daily operations management, coordinating cross-functional teams, and leading recurring operational forums

Experience in regulated environments such as AS9100, FAA requirements, or defense compliance standards (DFARS)

Proven ability to lead through influence, drive accountability, and manage multiple priorities in real time

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to represent senior leadership in executive settings

Security clearance eligibility

Ability to travel regularly (2540%) to support multi-site operational needs

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Desired Qualifications

Master s degree in engineering, business, operations, or related discipline

Experience leading product-line operations or multi-site operational teams

Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certifications

Experience supporting engine controls, flight controls, avionics systems, or power systems production

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $173023 - $294137

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.

Deputy Business Area Operations Director, CAS

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