Director I - Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion

Job Description

Under a comprehensive enterprise-wide Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) strategy, the Electronic Systems Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Lead will oversee the business’ plans to attract, retain, develop and advance a diverse workforce, enable equitable practices and cultivate an inclusive workplace culture.
Reporting to the Senior Director of Talent Managment this role serves as a consultant, trusted advisor and strategic partner to business and HR leaders, guiding execution of actions and embedment of DEI within all facets of the business to enable growth and better performance.
This position is a hybrid role based at any of our major Electronic Systems locations: Nashua, NH (and surrounding area); Manassas, VA; Greenlawn, NY; Wayne, NJ; Cedar Rapids, IA; Huntsville, AL; Austin, TX; Fort Wayne, IN; San Diego, CA. 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.
Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee execution of sector-specific strategic plans in support of enterprise-wide DEI strategy, objectives and Employer of Choice goals.

• Serve as expert consultant, trusted advisor and strategic partner to key stakeholders, including senior business and HR leaders, HR business partners, Sector DEI Councils/Committees, VITAL Alum, and Employee Resource Group (ERG) leaders.

• Leverage data, analytics and insights to report progress, identify opportunities, prioritize actions and measure outcomes of DEI efforts.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Lead and/or partner with HR and business leaders to determine sector-specific inclusive development needs and to strategically identify talent for inclusive development programs and opportunities and career support offerings (i.e. mentoring, coaching, sponsorship, Diversity Partner Conferences, ERG leadership)

• Consult on efforts to embed equity and Inclusion within all talent-related processes and practices across the employee lifecycle (attraction, recruitment, compensation, onboarding, development, rewards/recognition, performance management, talent management, promotion, exit surveys, etc.)

• Lead and/or partner with HR and business leaders to determine sector-specific DEI learning needs and to strategically identify participants; oversee planning and execution and/or facilitation of sector-specific sessions; partner with Inc. to measure outcomes of learning efforts.

• Intentionally guide, support and leverage leaders and allies to drive execution of strategic DEI plans and culture change efforts (Councils/Committees, VITAL alum, ERGs, etc.)

• Partner with HR and business leaders to raise awareness about inclusive well-being practices and provide support with respect to embedding them within team norms.

• Lead and/or partner with HR and business leaders to determine sector-specific needs related to new external strategic partners for talent sourcing and diverse pipeline development; identify underrepresented talent to highlight for speaking opportunities, awards and recognition, etc., associated with external diversity partner events/conferences.

• Lead and/or partner with HR and business leaders to determine sector-specific targets for annual diversity, equity and Inclusion objectives.

• Lead efforts to operationalize and measure sector-specific progress towards discreet components of the annual Inclusive Leader Goal for all people managers.

• Lead and/or partner with HR and business leaders on various efforts to collect sector-specific feedback and measure progress towards DEI goals, including through the Inclusion Index Survey - communicating results, identifying opportunities, and recommending actions to close gaps.
  

  Key Competencies include

• Systems thinking

• Strategic planning

• Influence and persuasion

• Data analysis and interpretation

• Prioritization

• Project management

• Change management

• Outcome/impact measurement

• DEI subject matter expertise

• Excellent communication skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Character Skills

• Growth / Success mindset (i.e. work optimism, relationship with stress, support provision)

• Self-awareness

• Situational awareness

• Emotional intelligence

• Cultural intelligence

• Adaptable

• Curious

• Courageous

• Compassionate

• Collaborative

• Committed

• Empowering

• Inspiring

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $124400 - $211500
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 Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.