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About the Role

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, multi-site coordination, and tactical execution across the CAS manufacturing network. This role supports the evolving Fort Wayne operational hub, which produces products and capabilities for multiple BAE Systems business areas. The Deputy BAOD enables disciplined daily execution, drives recurring operational forums, resolves constraints, and ensures alignment across functions and sites, freeing the BAOD to focus on long-term strategy.

Responsibilities

Serve as the delegated operational authority in the absence of the BAOD, providing continuity in leadership, decisions, and daily operational direction
Lead day-to-day operations across CAS sites and the broader Fort Wayne hub, managing real-time 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 follow-through
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

Requirements

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 (25–40%) to support multi-site operational needs

Skills

Operational Execution
Cross-Functional Coordination
Leadership Presence
Problem Solving
Decision Quality
Collaboration & Influence
Risk & Issue Management
Culture Stewardship
Employee Engagement
Executive Communication
Lean manufacturing
Six Sigma
Continuous improvement

Location

Fort Wayne

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

12+ years
15+ years

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree
Master’s degree

About the Company

BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide.
We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us.
As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration.
Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us.
We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet.
When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.