Job Description
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 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 World TM." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

The Sales Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP) individual will be responsible for all SIOP planning for the Navigation and Sensor Solutions (NSS) product line, which is a rapidly growing portfolio of current and next generation advanced military navigation systems based in the greater Cedar Rapids, Iowa area. This high visibility position will be responsible for developing our strategic manufacturing plan to meet our sales and inventory goals. This position will report directly to the Navigation & Sensor Systems Operations Director.

Responsibilities:

Develop, maintain, and analyze schedules, taking the lead to plan, track, analyze and report on project schedules of varying size and complexity, both US Government and Commercial
Interact daily with program management team members (Finance, Ship Superintendents, Project Managers, Program Managers, Production Managers, Safety, and Quality Dept.), team members and Government customer employees
Provide key support to project and program management efforts, monitoring work flow, coordinating and tracking schedule and identifying key project delivery risks and issues
Develop and maintain the master delivery schedule (MDS) using Oracle
Executes and manages Short Lead Time simulations (SLT)
Support the BAE Systems Program Management Office to achieve or exceed business objectives
Provide critical path analysis and create "what if" scenarios; provide recommendations to leadership and project owners to achieve scheduling targets
Help technical experts establish milestones and provide support to monitor adherence to the master schedule by identifying programmatic problems and providing recommended solutions
Recommend and lead scheduling best practices and process improvements
Serve as a spokesperson on scheduling performance to the baseline and schedule maturity
Manages overall and manufacturing lead times
Internal and external audit focal point for scheduling and sales alignment

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's degree and 4 years of prior relevant experience OR Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 2 years' experience. In absence of a degree, 5-6 years of relevant experience is required
Experience within Operations in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Collaborative leadership behaviors that emphasize high goal setting, team empowerment and cross-functional engagement
Strong background of leading and/or supporting team members in a fast-paced, high mix manufacturing environment
Strong interpersonal skills, assertiveness, and persuasion
Good computer and ERP experience
Change leader - proven ability to motivate and drive changes in the organization
Strong continuous improvement focus to drive SIOP optimization
Prior experience in electronics manufacturing is highly desirable in mixed model high rate production environment

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $87700 - $149100

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 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.