Director- Supply Chain Program Management – Naval Shipbuilding & Fabrication

Job Description
BAE Systems is hiring a Director of Supply Chain to support our Maritime Solutions business in Jacksonville, FL and Norfolk, VA. The Director will lead Supply Chain Program Management for Shipbuilding Fabrication, including strategic planning and execution of material procurement, fabrication, and delivery for US Navy ship modules. This high-visibility role ensures that raw materials and manufactured components align with the production schedule, cost targets, and strict quality standards of the US Navy. Additionally, oversee and direct the capital improvements and facility upgrades needed to expand shipyard fabrication capacity. This includes aligning supplier capability, tool upgrades, and infrastructure investments with the long-term production requirements of naval surface ships and submarine programs.

• This role can be based out of Jacksonville, FL or Norfolk, VA.
• There will be 25% of travel required.

Responsibilities:

• Supply Chain & Module Production Strategy
  • Develop, coordinate, and execute comprehensive material strategies for complex ship fabrication projects (e.g., steel, piping, modules).
  • Ensure timely, high-integrity procurement and delivery of materials to the shipyard, aligning supply chain operations with production control and scheduling.
  • Lead the Materials Integrated Program Team (MIPT) to drive accountability, material flow, and root cause corrective actions.
  • Monitor performance metrics (KPIs) to identify bottlenecks, reducing material shortages and improving manufacturing throughput.
• Capital Improvements & Shipyard Infrastructure Oversight
  • Oversee the identification, planning, and execution of shipyard capital investments to increase fabrication and module production capacity.
  • Manage the installation of new equipment, machinery, and facility upgrades (e.g., automated cutting, advanced welding machines) to update antiquated tooling.
  • Coordinate with facility engineering and environmental teams to ensure capital projects meet regulatory, Navy, and safety standards.
  • Track capital project ROI, schedule, and cost performance to support the industrial base's expansion goals.
• US Navy Program Management & Compliance
  • Serve as the primary liaison between Business Development, Supply Chain, Operations, Production, and Navy stakeholders, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, FAR/DFARS, and Navy standards.
  • Act as the material Cost Account Manager (CAM), managing budgets and implementing Earned Value Management (EVM) to connect supply chain performance to cost outcomes.
  • Implement risk management plans, including supplier development projects and mitigation strategies for material bottlenecks.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience
• Experience in Supply Chain/Procurement Management
• Experience in Program/Project Management
• Experience in Manufacturing/Production, such as complex shipbuilding, aerospace, heavy industrial, or similar
• Experience in US Navy programs, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) requirements, or similar defense prime contractor environments
• Experience in Capital Projects, including managing facility improvements, large-scale capital equipment purchases, or shipyard/machine shop facility expansions
• Ability to develop and drive strategic plans and objectives
• Ability to support change and drive process improvements
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and develop relationships across functional lines
• Capable of efficient and relevant decision-making
• Strong interpersonal and collaborations skills
• Strong data analytics and reporting skills
• Effective communication skills
• Proficiency with MS Office, ERP systems, and MS Project or similar systems

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt or Black Belt)
• Experience in Supplier Development and Industrial Base expansion initiatives
• Strong understanding of structural fabrication and assembly techniques

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $138267 - $235053

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 : $138,267 - $235,053