BS
Value Stream Specialist
BAE Systems
🇺🇸 United States
On-site
Mid level
2 weeks ago
67,728 – 115,138
- Lean Manufacturing
- ERP
- SAP
- Oracle
- Lean
- Six Sigma
- Pension
2 weeks ago
Job Description
Join Our BAE Systems Team as a Value Stream Specialist in Fort Walton Beach
We’re looking for a driven and detail‑oriented Value Stream Specialist to support and optimize the entire end‑to‑end value stream within our Fort Walton Beach manufacturing operation.
In this role, you’ll help ensure smooth, efficient, and stable production by overseeing critical elements of process flow, equipment readiness, toolcrib accuracy, and capital asset coordination.
As a key member of our operations team, you’ll work cross‑functionally to identify and eliminate waste, improve throughput, enhance product quality, and maintain consistent operational performance across the production area. Your contributions will directly support our mission of delivering high‑quality solutions with precision and reliability.
Required Skills and Education
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing, production support, or value stream–focused role.
- Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and visual management tools.
- Experience with tool crib management or inventory control systems.
- Familiarity with capital asset tracking and equipment lifecycle considerations.
- Basic understanding of preventative maintenance concepts and production equipment reliability.
- Strong problem‑solving and root‑cause analysis skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
- Proficient in ERP/MRP platforms and the Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Skills and Education
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Operations Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
- Experience with SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems.
- Background in aerospace, defense, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
- Formal Lean or Six Sigma training/certification.
- Experience supporting or executing TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) initiatives.
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.
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).
- Sector: Intelligence & Security
- Job Category: Manufacturing & Maintenance
- Salary Min Point: 67728
- Salary Max Point: 115138
- Referral Bonus: 500
- Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time
- Career Level: Experienced
- Travel Percentage: 10%
- Shift: 1st Shift
- U.S. Person Required: Yes
- Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position: None
- Clearance Level – Must currently possess: None
- Country: United States
- U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes
Value Stream Specialist · BAE Systems