About this role
Job Description BAE Systems has an immediate need to fill a key Executive Officer (EXO) position in support of the client’s operational requirements in a challenging, fast paced environment located in the Washington Metropolitan Area. The position requires an active security clearance with a polygraph examination. There is no exception to the clearance requirement. Successful candidates will work well in team environments and will be capable of operating independently with minimal supervision. Candidates will be expected to effectively interact with customer personnel at all levels within the customer organization. The position requires prior experience supporting HUMINT and technical operations and familiarity with the Intelligence Community and its objectives.
Job Description: In addition to the clearance requirement, successful candidates will demonstrate proficiency in the functions of an EXO and familiarity with the Intelligence Community and its concomitant functions. The primary function of the EXO is to ensure operational efficiency by managing taskings, coordinating high-level administrative requirements, and maintaining the data-driven metrics that track organization health and progress. This role is critical in synchronizing activities between the office, multiple organizations, and the broader enterprise. Daily activities include:
• Coordinate organizational taskings from the customer across the internal team and the larger organization • Submit and track facility and access requests • Maintain and update internal trackers to monitor collaboration efforts across multiple organizations and cross-functional initiatives • Assist in preparing comprehensive interview packets and scheduling interviews • Provide end-to-end support for All Hands meetings • Develop, maintain, and standardize presentation materials used across the organization • Create, organize, and actively manage organizational operational metrics • Ensure all organization trackers are current and data is validated for executive review Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Bachelor's Degree and 7+ years of related experience • Proven experience in an EXO, Chief of Staff, or Senior Operational Lead role within a corporate or defense environment • Ability to commit to a 5-day/40-hour work week with guaranteed coverage until 15:30 • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities and taskings across a large, complex organization • Strong organizational skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving • Ability to plan and organize tasks independently and exercise sound operational judgment • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interface with executive leadership • Advanced skills in presentation software (PowerPoint) and data management tools (Excel/SharePoint) for tracking metrics and collaboration • Ability to translate raw operational data into executive-level briefings and dashboards Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Customer certification as a Staff Operations Officer
Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317
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 Intelligence & Security 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.