Operations Leadership Development Program Participant

Job Description

Operations Leadership Development Program – AMS | BAE Systems, Inc.

The Tone:
This is a full-time, on-site rotational role for BAE Systems, Inc., with initial placements in major manufacturing locations such as Nashua, NH, and annual relocation highly encouraged. BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of an international defense, aerospace, and security company that delivers a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, alongside advanced electronics and security solutions. Working here means using your ingenuity to protect national security through breakthrough technology and superior products. This program is designed to accelerate the development of highly-motivated early-career individuals who aspire to achieve their leadership potential within operations.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, rotational (starting at Nashua, NH, Austin, TX, Cedar Rapids, IA, Fort Wayne, IN, or Endicott, NY)
• Pay: $64926–$110374 yearly
• Mission: Accelerate the development and career of highly-motivated entry-level individuals who aspire to achieve their leadership potential within operations.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Complete diverse and challenging one-year rotational assignments across various business units, functions, and facilities.
• Pursue a part-time graduate degree, with tuition assistance, in a field applicable to the business if not already completed.
• Collaborate with an assigned mentor to guide rotation choices, career development, and off-program placement.
• Participate in annual leadership development conferences for personalized training and networking with senior executives.
• Engage in operational functions, potentially as a Process Engineer, Supply Chain Planner, or Strategic Sourcing Lead.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree completed by June 2027, with preferred fields including Supply Chain Management, Engineering (Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical), Data Science, or Business Administration.
• Experience: Relevant internship and/or military experience; candidates for OLDP II require a master’s degree by June 2027 OR 2+ years of work experience with a bachelor’s degree.
• Skills: Demonstrated teamwork and leadership abilities in academic and non-academic pursuits; capacity and motivation for hard work; ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance; superior communication abilities.
• Bonus: Participation in a variety of extracurricular activities; willingness to relocate annually.