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N e w H a m p s h i r e , 2 0 1 7 • S T U F F 35 P RO F I L E S Position: Supply Chain Planner II Age: 24 School: Souhegan High School and Southern New Hampshire University Years at Company: 6 years Chelsey Sampson Chelsey began her career at BAE Systems ES as a high school intern in manufacturing. In Chelsey's role now, she is responsible for all field return products for an aerial electronic attack program. In addition to receiving the company's college tuition reimbursement benefits, in her six years with the company, she has participated in multiple continuous improvement classes, leading to a Lean Manufacturing certification. A highlight for her was during a factory tour, during which she discussed her career aspirations with former Assistant Secretary of the Army (Acquisition, Logistics & Technology) Katrina McFarland, who later offered to be her mentor through Chelsey's college career. Chelsey is proud knowing that the company creates products that keep military personnel out of harm's way, part of BAE Systems ES' mission, "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®." 1. BAE Systems Electronic Systems manufactures the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS®) mid-body guidance kit, which transforms standard unguided Hydra 70 (2.75-inch) rockets into highly accurate precision munitions by easily screwing into place between the warhead and the motor. 2. Built on a foundation of more than 60 years of experience, BAE Systems has emerged as the world leader in electronic warfare, flying systems on more than 80 platforms. 3. Integrated circuits manufactured in BAE Systems ES' Nashua site enable the wideband high-power transmitters used in a variety of electronic warfare applications. 4. BAE Systems ES' Engineering-Operations Partnership Program engages junior engineers with manufacturing personnel in one-year rotations to give the engineers insight into other aspects of the business. 5. Women in Technology (WiT) is a collaborative effort between local area high schools and BAE Systems' Electronic Systems sector. WiT gives female high school students with an aptitude in math and science a practical, hands-on opportunity to explore careers in various technical disciplines. 3. 4. 5.