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Functional Supp Spec Sr
Job Description: You don’t see it, but it’s there. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The World". Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.
Our engineers are the lifeblood of our company and we’re more than 5,000 strong. With our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless.
The Engineering Operations & Capability group is seeking a Functional Support Specialist to play a pivotal role in orchestrating efficiency for the Engineering Operations and Capabilities (EOC) Group within US Defense. The role includes capturing data and maintaining organization through the use of various tools. Specific examples of activities and tools include: management of multiple Microsoft Teams channels and Sharepoint sites for the EOC and its subsidiaries. The position also includes maintenance of Microsoft Power Apps, Form, and Power Automate workflows. The role also includes capturing tasks in Jira or equivalent Agile tools and participating in Agile scrum meetings. The role includes managing existing PowerBI dashboards to support engineering.
Roles and Responsibilities: • Manage communication and organization tools for the EOC • Develop and maintain documentation in support of EOC operations and tools • Purchase materials in support of EOC activities and track spending • Manage large events in support of the EOC and Engineering Development including facility and vendor planning • Work across disciplines inside and outside of engineering • Assist EOC leadership with action tracking and contact list maintenance • Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to understand data needs and provide updates to tailored analytical solutions • Participation in Agile management including scrum or kanban
Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems: BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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.
Required Skills and Education: • Bachelor's Degree • 4+ years of relevant experience • Ability to obtain secret clearance • Proven experience in managing events • Experience with Microsoft suite including Teams, Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Sharepoint, Powerautomate, Powerapps • Exposure to data analysis tools such as Tableau or Power BI • Knowledge of the complex environment involving shared networks • Team player with a proactive attitude and the ability to be productive in a dynamic/collaborative environment • Strong oral and written communications skills
Preferred Skills and Education: • Active Secret clearance • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities • Ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve high-performance results • Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Benefits Information: 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.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).