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Job Description

The Project Analyst - Operations is a vital role supporting the smooth and resilient operation of Navigation and Sensor Systems Operations team. This position serves as a key liaison between production teams, management, and support functions, driving initiatives related to business continuity, employee engagement, site improvements, and process optimization. A critical aspect of this role is to be the voice of the production operators, understanding their challenges and advocating for solutions that enhance their work environment and performance. This position requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual with strong analytical, communication, and project management skills, capable of working effectively across all levels of the organization and across multiple shifts.

This is a first shift position working a 5/40 Monday-Friday schedule, flexible starting time.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Business Continuity Planning (BCP):

- Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the site’s Business Continuity Plan.
- Conduct risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities to operations.
- Develop and document recovery strategies and procedures for critical business functions.
- Coordinate and facilitate BCP testing exercises and drills, documenting results and identifying areas for improvement.
- Maintain BCP documentation and ensure it is current and readily accessible.

Department Metrics:

- Primary coordination of Operations monthly and quarterly metrics reporting.
- Utilize Dashboards to capture metric information and assist in getting action plans and path forward where metrics are not attained.
- Assist with continuous improvement activities across Operations.

Employee Morale & Culture:

- Assist in planning and executing employee engagement activities, team-building events, and company-wide celebrations.
- Gather employee feedback through surveys, focus groups, and informal conversations to identify areas for improvement in morale and culture.
- Champion initiatives to foster a positive and inclusive work environment.
- Support communication efforts to keep employees informed about company news, updates, and achievements.
- Assist with employee recognition programs.

Site Level Initiatives:

- Support the implementation of site-wide improvement projects, tracking progress and reporting on key metrics.
- Assist in data collection and analysis to identify trends and opportunities for optimization.
- Collaborate with various departments (e.g., Engineering, Maintenance, Quality) to ensure project alignment and successful execution.
- Manage project timelines and resources effectively.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the site.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Associate's degree with relevant experience or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or operations environment.
• Experience with Business Continuity Planning principles and practices is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Experience working directly with hourly production employees highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project).
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization. Must be able to actively listen and build rapport.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends, interpret data, and develop recommendations.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues, operators, and management. Empathy and a genuine desire to understand the perspectives of others.
• Organizational Skills: Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to maintain accurate records and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Initiative: Proactive and self-motivated, with a willingness to take ownership of tasks and projects.
• Discretion: Ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity and professionalism.
• Flexibility: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Shift Flexibility: Must be willing to occasionally work or visit different shifts to effectively engage with all production teams.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $61278 - $104173

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.

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.