Strategic Operations Manager – Test

include driving test-time reduction strategies, conducting yield reviews to identify systemic issues, and championing data‑driven decision making across multiple product lines.

• ✓Minimum of 4 years’ experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment with Bachelor level degree or equivalent experience in Engineering or STEM related discipline.
• ✓Proven experience leading engineering or test operations teams within a manufacturing environment.
• ✓Demonstrated ability to manage capital investments, modernize test infrastructure, and implement equipment lifecycle strategies.
• ✓Strong analytical skills with experience in test yield review, defect trend analysis, and driving corrective actions.
• ✓Expertise in cross-functional collaboration with production, hardware engineering, and quality organizations to improve throughput and resolve issues impacting cost and schedule.
• ✓Commitment to continuous improvement, process standardization, and driving test-time or efficiency gains across product lines.

• ✓6+ years’ experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment with Bachelor level degree or related STEM discipline.
• ✓Strong ability to influence and drive alignment across engineering, operations, and leadership groups.
• ✓Proven success leading cultural change, fostering collaboration, and supporting continuous improvement principles.
• ✓Comfort with ambiguity and adaptability in fast-paced, shifting production or engineering environments.
• ✓Proactive leadership style with the ability to anticipate risks, mitigate bottlenecks, and stay ahead of operational needs.

Pay Information

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, Inc. 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.

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