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About the Role

The Electronic Systems (ES) sector spans the commercial and defense electronics markets with a broad portfolio of mission-critical electronic 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 success—ensuring 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.

Responsibilities

Supervise and mentor a diverse team of production operators and technicians, setting clear expectations, providing coaching, and building an inclusive environment.
Oversee daily manufacturing activities, ensuring build-time targets are met and strictly adhering to safety and quality protocols.
Lead daily stand-ups to keep the team aligned and resolve bottlenecks quickly.
Utilize Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
Analyze key metrics (throughput, efficiency, and utilization) to create data-driven action plans.
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.
Lead the team through audits and customer engagements, ensuring all work instructions are accurate and company policies are followed.

Requirements

BS in Engineering or Business
8 years minimum working experience in Electronics Manufacturing in a leadership role as a supervisor or Manager.
Proven leadership experience in an electronics manufacturing environment.
Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.
Lean/Six Sigma Certified

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.

Location

Austin, Texas

Work Type

Full-Time
First Shift
9/80 schedule

Experience Level

8 years minimum working experience in Electronics Manufacturing in a leadership role as a supervisor or Manager.

Education Level

BS in Engineering or Business
Lean/Six Sigma Certified

Salary/Compensations

$149603 - $254317

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
legal plan
discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental leave
military leave
bereavement leave
paid federal and state sick leave
company recognition program
monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About the Company

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.

Equal Opportunity

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