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Job Description
BAE Systems is hiring a Business Process Analyst to support our Maritime Systems division. This role will partner with the Capture Managers for the San Diego, Norfolk, and Jacksonville Shipyards to support Ship repair and modernization proposal efforts. If you have experience in proposal development and a passion for supporting the Maritime Sector, this role may be a great fit.
This position is located at our Norfolk location with hybrid schedule possibilities supporting our 3 shipyard locations. You will work with a diverse cross‑functional team as part of the Business Development group. In this role, you will help manage process and procedures for cost estimating, maintain schedule adherence, identify risks and opportunities, and support future business through the proposal development. You will collaborate with cross‑functional leadership and customer stakeholders to ensure the timely delivery of compliant proposals supporting our US Military, commercial, and fabrication customers. The role is expected to require up to 25% domestic travel for program meetings, customer engagements, and training events
The Analyst supports the Capture Managers in the pursuit, shaping, and execution of competitive maritime proposals across Navy, Commercial and Military Sealift Command. This role bridges strategic capture planning with hands-on proposal development, ensuring disciplined execution, compliance, schedule adherence, LCM (Life Cycle Management) requirements and cross-functional alignment. The Analyst is responsible for process implimentation, maintanence and regulation across the 3 BAE Systems shipyards within the BAE Maritime Segment. Develop and integration of operational, technical, and pricing elements into cohesive, compelling and compliant proposal submissions. Working Directly with the Capture Managers of the 3 sites to incorporate the yard level strategies while adhering to the one maritime portfolio goals.
Required Skills and Education
Direct experience in Defining, designing and implementation of continuous improvement programs to ensure programs are integrated vertically and horizontally across an organization. Defines improvement projects aligned with business strategies. Analyzes improvement programs and potential results. Facilitates and coaches’ improvement teams. Establishes and maintains performance metrics to measure program success.
- Background in ship repair operations, PMO, engineering, or similar maritime discipline.
- Demonstrated experience supporting multi-trade, geographically diverse, or complex maritime proposals.
- Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills with ability to translate technical issues into actionable direction.
Preferred Skills and Education
- Familiarity with NAVY & MSC estimating standards, OEM/vendor procurement practices, Navy shipyard rhythms, and commercial maritime environments.
- Maritime Academy degree (USMMA, CAL Maritime, SUNY Maritime, Maine Maritime, etc.)
- PMP or DAWIA certification; MBA or Master’s in Maritime Logistics/Management.
- Ensure adherence to NAVSEA Standard Items & ABS (Repair), MSC estimating practices, and applicable commercial ABS, and Lloyds Register standards when applicable to maritime proposals
- Reinforce a culture of safety, operational discipline, and compliance throughout proposal activities.
- Promote team development, skill building, and succession planning for Proposal Leads and rising capture professionals.
About BAE Systems, Inc.:
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.
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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.
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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).