Manufacturing Operations Manager

Manufacturing Operations Manager Sector Platforms & Services Req # 117101BR Location Jacksonville, Florida, United States Physical Location Full-time onsite Job Category Manufacturing & Maintenance Posted Date 11/05/2025 Clearance Level - Must Be Able to Obtain None U.S. Person Required Yes Travel Percentage <10% Clearance Level - Must Currently Possess None U.S. Citizenship Required Yes Is Relocation Available Yes Job Description Jacksonville Maritime Solutions has a current opening for a Manufacturing Operations Manager to oversee multiple areas in the support of Fabrication programs located in Jacksonville, FL. Reports into the sites Production leadership team, which coordinating and working closely with the Fabrication Programs team, to direct the daily activities of the production crafts that support the Fabrication programs within our Jacksonville shipyard. Facilities and individual production area budget responsibility Evaluates and initiates personnel actions; evaluates and suggests staffing and training to ensure maximum utilization of personnel; ensures compliance with BAE Systems and departmental policies and procedures; assigns tasks and performs administrative duties. Ensures appropriately skilled resources are available and assigned to provide support to production and development efforts. Actively supports broad and open communication with management, production areas, project teams, and other functional groups. Ensures mixed model production line concepts of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, safety, FOD, and quality support a smooth and efficient manufacturing team. Actively supports and implements best practice concepts for smooth product transition into production and leads problem resolution during production. Ensures that all project and maintenance activities adhere to proper safety standards, OSHA regulations, ADA compliance, environmental goals. Supports Safety/Health and Environmental goals and initiatives by working closely with Operations and the site Safety Manager. Individual ensures full support of the production cycle through active participation in daily IPT meetings. Measures team performance and disseminate through appropriate performance measures. Aggressively leads, supports, emphasizes and measures process and productivity improvements throughout the production areas. Ensures work is performed in accordance with applicable procedures and policies. Demonstrates an active commitment to and champions Continuous Improvement through knowledge and use of Lean principles and Six Sigma. Maintains a safe work environment and ensures compliance with safety objectives and policies Required Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field + experience Knowledge of Manufacturing equipment, practices and principles; Ability to communicate effectively and to develop a sound and reasonable approach to solution of difficult technical problems at system or subsystem level; Strong leadership and managerial experience; Must have experience with management of facility projects. Strong communication skills to interact effectively with people/teams; Ability to team-build and interact effectively across the organization at all levels; Ability to organize and focus team energy towards resolution of a problem; Strong logistical and strategic/tactical planning skills; Ability to filter and structure information of relevance and apply toward realization of goals and objectives; High mental/visual application required to manage project(s) technical requirements and resolve technical system or subsystem level problems Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Lean / Six Sigma Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $105835 - $179920 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 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 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.

Salary : $105,835 - $179,920