Operational Excellence Lead
BAE SystemsEngland, United Kingdom
Posted April 10, 2026
47271 - 47271 GBP
Full Time
About the Company
BAE Systems is a global defense, aerospace, and security solutions provider with a workforce of 107,000 across more than 40 countries. The company delivers advanced combat systems, aeronautics products, ship repair, avionics, cyber-intelligence, and AI-driven technologies that protect national security and critical infrastructure. BAE’s distinctive edge lies in its technology-led innovation pipeline—from state-of-the-art cyber threat detection to autonomous and hybrid-electric propulsion systems—ensuring customers maintain a decisive advantage. The firm also partners with local stakeholders to transfer knowledge, skills, and technology, reinforcing long-term economic development and workforce excellence.
Job Description
The Operational Excellence Lead will lead the delivery of programmes/projects with measurable benefits to the business, developing capability training and coaching for the wider team, and building project plans to deliver results in a timely manner. Requirements include a degree/HNC in a relevant subject, leadership experience in Project Management, and a proven track record of Continuous Improvement delivery. The role is part of the Continuous Improvement team in the Dreadnought cross-class team.
Requirements
- Lean six sigma qualified green belt or extensive relevant Industry Experience
- Degree/HNC in a relevant subject or significant experience in Defence/Manufacturing
- Leadership experience in Project Management
- Proven track record of Continuous Improvement delivery
Benefits
- Competitive pension scheme
- Employee share plans
- Flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
- Green car scheme
- Private health plans
- Shopping discounts
- Annual incentive
