Head of Operations and Manufacturing Excellence

2 months ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom BAE Systems Full time
Job Description

Job Title: Head of Operations and Manufacturing Excellence

Salary: £70k+, car allowance and 12.5% Performance based bonus (Commensurate with skills and experience)

  • Support the delivery of a new production site in the UK, enabling the business to restart manufacturing of its products.
  • Utilize best practice manufacturing operations knowledge to implement processes and systems for world-class manufacturing.
  • Lead the development and delivery of the operating strategy, working in partnership with business service teams and programme teams to ensure alignment and drive performance.
  • Develop innovative solutions to complex issues and act as a best practice/quality expert within and outside own discipline.
  • Set policy and ensure delivery within area of responsibility, linking with other parts of the organization.
  • Deploy resources, detailed planning, and preparation of work packages.

This role will be part of the Operations team at BAE Systems, which designs, builds, and supports artillery systems and naval guns used across the world. The company is restarting production of products, including the M777 Howitzer, to meet growing demand. A brand-new manufacturing facility is being built in the UK, and this role will be responsible for setting up the facility, building the team, and helping deliver production capacity for these complex systems.

This is a unique role within BAE Systems that provides the opportunity to use best practice manufacturing knowledge to set up a brand-new facility. The company is investing heavily in new R&D projects, which will lead to growing demand for manufacturing and production in the UK site.

You'll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You'll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work, and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.



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