BAE Systems

Job Description

What's a career like at BAE Systems? Remarkable! BAE Systems, Inc. is looking for a strategic, creative, and highly driven Communications Operations Specialist to join the Communications team.

As the Communications Operations Specialist, you will work closely with the senior vice president of Communications and function vice presidents as a trusted partner on executing Inc. Communications initiatives. The role is a liaison across the Inc. Communications function, driving alignment and connection to our mission, values, and business objectives. This position reports to the senior vice president of Communications for BAE Systems, Inc. If you’re passionate about meaningful work and want to support a high-performing, purpose-driven communications team, we’d be excited to hear from you.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Inc. Communications SVP and VPs as a strategic partner to plan daily operations and manage team workflows in a fast-paced and dynamic environment;
• Lead and manage Inc. Communications projects, leadership messaging, approvals, organizational updates, and change management;
• Drive operational efficiency and lead process improvement initiatives;
• Act as a liaison across the Communications function to ensure alignment, prioritization, and accountability;
• Monitor key organizational KPIs and facilitate data-informed decision-making;
• Make judgements, recommendations, and advise on analysis of factual information;
• Manage the business rhythms for the Communications function, including team meetings, planning cycles, and reporting;
• Prepare executive-level presentations, reports, and briefing documents;
• Drive internal communication and culture-building initiatives to keep the Communications team engaged and informed;
• Manage SVP and VP calendars, schedule meetings, and organize travel and logistics;
• Act as an integrator for the Communications function, partnering across the function and maximizing effectiveness of the team;
• Coordinate with other functions to support Communications-related initiatives

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience

• Bachelor’s degree required, with a preference for a degree in Communications, Business Administration, or related field;
• Proven track record of working with senior leadership and managing complex, cross-functional projects;
• Comprehensive understanding of a communications function, its purpose and processes;
• Discretion in handling confidential information and high-level decision-making;
• A comprehensive knowledge of business processes and procedures and ability to propose improvements;
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills;
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making capabilities;
• Ability to identify, assess, and manage risks to projects;
• Experience in fast-paced environments and large enterprises;
• Experience with project management tools and approaches;
• Excellent use of Microsoft Office tools (Teams/M365, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $99410 - $168997

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 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.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.