Director of Strategic Operations - Defense Programs
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Arlington
Posted on: May 3, 2024
Job Description:
Job Description US CITIZENSHIP REQUIREDThe Director, Defense
Programs will drive strategy, contribute to business growth, and
support multiple Strategic Business Units (SBU) focused on
defense-oriented customers and markets. Customers and stakeholders
include the U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Space
Force, U.S. Space Command, U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory,
Space Rapid Capabilities Office, Space Systems Command, Space
Development Agency, DARPA, and others. Business opportunities of
interest range from spaceflight hardware development, ground
infrastructure and operations, and engineering support services.
The Director, Defense Programs position is based in Washington,
D.C. and reports to the Vice President, Strategic Operations.The
Strategic Operations (StratOps) Strategic Capabilities Unit,
consists of Washington DC Operations, Marketing & Communications
and Strategic Development. The StratOps team promotes and elevates
the business within our markets, works with customers and industry
to influence and drive growth and facilitate collaboration across
the business enterprise to increase opportunities.What You'll
Do:
- Develop strategy for defense pursuits and programs.
- Partner with Strategic Business Units to implement strategic
priorities and execute campaigns.
- Create and maintain extensive and enduring customer and
stakeholder relationships to gain insight into organization
direction, priorities, and budgets, and to ensure equities are well
represented.
- Understand customer missions and technology needs and how they
may impact business goals.
- Provide analysis on opportunities and risks in the defense
market. Advise and make recommendations to executives on strategies
and direction for the defense community.
- Identify, assess, and qualify potential new business
opportunities. Partner with SBUs to develop proposal and pursuit
strategies.
- Develop, coordinate, and execute engagement plans for defense
customers and stakeholders.
- Prepare the President, Vice President of Strategic Operations,
Vice President & General Manager of Military Space, and other
executives for customer and stakeholder engagements.
- Participate in and represent at various events and
meetings.
- Operate with the highest level of professional integrity.
- Be active in valuing diversity (of thought, background, gender,
race/ethnicity) and inclusion for greater effectiveness and
innovation.
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships within
the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic
Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with
others in order to maintain a positive and productive work
environment.
- Perform other duties as necessary.On-Site Work Environment:
This position requires regular in-person engagement by working four
days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location.
Travel and local commute between company campuses and other
possible non-company locations may be required.Working Conditions:
- Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory,
cleanroom, or production floor.Required Education, Experience, &
Skills
- BS/BA in a related field plus 15 years or more related
experience.
- Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may
substitute for two years of experience. Related technical
experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be
from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an
agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department
of Education.
- A current, active TS/SCI security clearance is required.
- Specific experience working with the U.S. Department of Defense
space acquisition community and in the aerospace and defense
(A&D) industry is required.
- Ability to identify, establish, and build respected and trusted
relationships with key government customers across the defense
community and the A&D industry.
- Working knowledge of the federal budget process.
- Solid programmatic background with the federal government
and/or A&D industry preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to exhibit thought leadership.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, leadership
ability, initiative and creativity, and a high degree of judgment
while working within an environment that places a premium on
collaboration and teamwork.
- Ability to work and be an integral part of an action-oriented,
decision-making environment.
- Experience in managing in a matrix environment and developing
professionals, staff members, and consultants effectively, as well
as appropriately advising/influencing senior-level executives.
- Ability to travel approximately 30%.Preferred Education,
Experience, & Skills
- Graduate degree preferred.Pay InformationFull-Time Salary
Range: $208500 - $287500Please 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
Space & Mission Systems 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.
Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a
leading provider of national defense and civil space applications,
advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for the
U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and scientific
communities. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft,
mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil
capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an
unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable
our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what
matters most.BAE Systems is committed to hiring and retaining a
diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity
Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,
marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability,
or any other protected class.
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