Director Programs / Fabrication
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: March 22, 2025
Job Description:
Job Description BAE Systems, Inc. is currently hiring a Director
of Programs (Fabrication) to join the Ship Repair Jacksonville
leadership team. In this role, you will be responsible leading our
burgeoning Submarine and Surface Ship Fabrication efforts to
achieving company goals, specifically safety and delivery of
projects under budget and on-time while maintaining quality and
relationships. In this role, you will also be responsible for the
buildout, strategy, growth, and management of Maritime fabrication
programs in the Ship Repair portfolio. Responsible for overall
program operations and growth, work with Business Development and
Capture Management to identify and pursue new maritime fabrication
opportunities. Participate in proposal activities, engagement with
potential industry partners, and defining overall priorities for
these pursuits. Upon award, program responsibilities include
effective oversight of all contractual activities, successful
delivery of program artifacts, achievement of financial goals, and
establishment of strong relationships across the organization. Lead
cross-functional teams in a fast-paced dynamic customer
environment. Serve as a key point of contact, provide strategic
guidance to the program team, and interface with senior corporate
and customer personnel. Develop new, innovative ways to manage
multiple projects for our customers. Leverage fabrication best
practices and open capacity across BAE Systems other 2 Shipyards,
Norfolk and San Diego, to maximize shop utilization and lower
market burdened rate.Responsibilities:
Leads the Fabrication program to meet
shipyard business objectives.
Responsible for initiating, planning,
executing, monitoring, and controlling the submarine module
fabrication and outfitting program at multiple locations
(Jacksonville, Norfolk, San Diego). Maintains a strategic view of
program performance and evaluates overall resource requirements
(people, equipment, infrastructure) consistent with the business
plan and projected work volume.
Work with Planning, MROC Programs,
and Operations to build accurate schedules, budgets, and staffing
plans that are used to monitor, control, and adjust workflows as
the projects progress.
Leads the estimating and planning
phases for Fabrication effort by working with the trades,
fabrication planners, engineering, and QA on estimates and
execution strategy with profitable capture of projects as primary
objective.
For assigned programs, projects, and
personnel, executes strategies, policies, practices, and programs
that leverage the corporation's skills, capabilities, and
experience for government and commercial customers in support of
business objectivesDevelops and clearly communicates program vision
for assigned projects, ensuring the consistent required level of
program Safety, Cost, Schedule, and Quality adherence, and
operating within Government defined standards itemsResponsibilities
include developing the overall strategy for submarine module and
aircraft carrier fabrication and outfittingResponsible for customer
engagement and oversight of the development of bids, processes,
training, tooling, and infrastructure improvements as necessary to
grow and sustain the submarine fabrication and module
strategy.Works with and integrates support matrix functions
(Scheduling, Procurement, Contracts, Finance, Operations, etc.) to
achieve business goalsConducts regular reviews of program
performance through earned value measurement to ensure program
objectives are met, including budget and time constraintsMaintains
and complies with BAE Systems Life Cycle Maintenance (LCM)
processParticipates in contract negotiation and changes;
coordinates preparation of proposals, business plans, operating
budgets, and financial terms/conditions of the contractManages
program financials in accordance with BAE Systems policies and
standardsMeets and engages with clients and stakeholders to
establish relationships, understand requirements, and communicate
accomplishments or issuesEnsures collaboration between program and
stakeholdersMonitors, controls, and communicates project budget,
staffing, schedule, and performance status; prepares status
reports; effectively manages program and project scopeIdentifies
and assesses project risks and issues, and develops resolutions to
meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and
objectivesInterprets and recommends modifications to company-wide
policies and practicesDefines objectives in collaboration with
senior management and assesses results from relatively long-term
perspectiveQuality focused, schedule driven, and cost-conscious
leadership focused on delivering on time and under budgetRequired
Education, Experience, & Skills Required Skills and Education
Bachelor's Degree and 16 years of
work experience or equivalent experience
Experience in Program/Operations
ManagementExperience in People Management/LeadershipExperience in
Marine/Maritime, Shipbuilding/Ship Repair, or similar
industryExperience in planning, scheduling, budgeting, estimating,
resource allocation, risk and opportunity managementKnowledge of
shipyard production procedures, fabrication, and related government
regulations and administrative proceduresKnowledge of shipyard
craft operations related to machinery, tooling, safety, etc.Ability
to develop and implement strategic plansAbility to schedule,
direct, and organize work within a diverse department and
coordinate cross-functionally to maintain efficiencyAbility to
manage competing priorities and deadlines effectivelyAbility to
work within a dynamic environment and respond well to last minute,
high priority, time sensitive projectsAbility to interface and
communicate with all levels of internal and external
stakeholdersAbility to lead, coach, mentor, and motivate employees
in an evolving production environmentAbility to facilitate group
decision-making, team building, and conflict resolutionAbility to
research problem areas and special requestsAbility to react and
perform in emergency situationsSelf-starter that is well-organized,
detail-oriented, and customer-focusedStrong analytical and
problem-solving skillsStrong communication and presentation
skillsPreferred Education, Experience, & Skills Preferred
Education, Experience, & Skills:
Advanced Degree in Engineering,
Project Management, Business, Finance, or similarExperience in
Change Management and Continuous ImprovementKnowledge of OSHA and
Environmental regulationsAbility to understand work specifications,
work orders, blueprints, contracts, and technical
publicationsAbility to support growth initiatives, business
development strategies, proposal development, and contract
negotiationsAbility to lead workforce development, training,
upskilling, reskilling, etc.Ability to participate in diversity,
equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiativesComfortable
working in an industrial shipyard environmentPay
InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $169630 - $288370Please 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 Platforms & Services 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.The Platforms &
Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big
stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers,
and naval ship repair---just to name a few. Our employees take
pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front
lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of
those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some
of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
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