Aegis Techrep Program Manager III at BAE Systems in Mount Laurel, NJ

Job Description

BAE Systems has an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional Program Manager. AEGIS TECHREP provides on-site direction, oversight, and support that validates the total AEGIS weapon and combat system design. The AEGIS TECHREP Program manager supports the program by providing leadership at the Contractor's facility to oversee the engineering, development, integration, test and evaluation, and production of AWS and AEGIS Combat System (ACS) equipment and computer programs.

The AEGIS TECHREP Program Manager shall be responsible for the management and coordination of AEGIS Weapon Systems (AWS) / AEGIS Combat System (ACS) product area program management and related business capture for the company. This function includes the identification of strategic business opportunities, development of marketing strategies for business capture, development and implementation of capture plans, and market intelligence.
Works with the Chief Engineer as the AWS/ACS Subject Matter Expert (SME) to set and drive technical goals, support the development of product technical roadmaps, and meet technical objectives.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manages, coordinates, plans, organizes, controls, integrates, and executes the program. Ensures achievement of financial, schedule, technical and new business performance objectives. Participates in the support of new business and financial plan development. Overall supervisory responsibility for the program team.

Provides program leadership in Proposal and Program Execution, anticipates and resolves problems, and ensures inter-group cooperation to meet all program obligations and objectives. Interfaces with AEGIS Techrep customer on all program issues including marketing, cost, schedule, technical, risk management, and contractual status.

Leads the program's planning as it relates to the AEGIS Techrep proposal and daily operations. Exhibits an exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness. Apply and/or develop highly integrated plan from program principles and concepts meeting program objectives. Viewed as expert within the field.

Leads BAE Systems' Lifecycle Management (LCM) planning and implementation for the program. Ensures LCM mandates are implemented for the program and ensures program documentation is of acceptable quality and completeness.

Utilizing an Integrated Product Team (IPT) structure, coordinates activities of matrixed and assigned personnel to target specific market area pursuits which best utilize application of the company's technical and management capabilities.

Utilizing research and IPT coordination, obtains marketing intelligence and competitive data pertaining to potential targeted pursuits, and develops marketing strategies.

Coordinates with Senior Business Development Manager/Business Development Director, Engineering and Operations to ensure that updated or new company technologies/capabilities/investments/pursuits match with new and emerging customer requirements.

Provides direction to support personnel as required for preparation and/or presentation of proposals to customers.

Actively promotes a culture of safety, health, and personal wellbeing for self, employees and the program team. Maintains a safe work environment and ensures compliance with safety and environmental objectives and policies.

Proficient in managing to and complies with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to ethics, export control, proprietary information, document/record retention, public communication, etc.

Often acts independently to uncover and resolve issues associated with the development and implementation of operational programs.

Conducts customer visits and performs research to understand current and emerging customer needs and requirements. The PM attends the Commanding Officer's Weekly Staff meeting and meets bi-weekly with the Deputy and Technical Director.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Minimum requirement: Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in a related business field or finance field, or a minimum of 20 years of experience of in-depth specialized knowledge in a related field. 20 years of experience with DoD/DON programs, Industry or Government technical management, and Industry or Government business management. Minimum of 15 years of supervisory experience. A Master's Degree in a technical and relevant discipline is highly preferred.

Security clearance requirement: Active DoD security clearance or higher.

Additional required skills:
1. Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel, customers and suppliers with a minimum 10 years supervisory experience

2. Analyze, evaluate, develop and implement process and systems within budget and adhere to time requirements and schedule, determine risk and meet with Technical Task Leaders and Subcontractor Assistant PMs to execute program

3. Proven ability to decompose and resolve complex and difficult problems across a broad range of interrelated domains

4. Proven track record of contributing discriminating know-how to business winning pursuits and proposals

5. Design and develop products and services using state-of-the-art technology, principles theories and concepts

6. Minimum 5 years experience in ACAT I and II programs

7. Minimum 5 years experience in communicating and interacting with and working among Senior Executive Service and Flag level personnel

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Masters degree preferred in a technical and relevant discipline
Project and/or proposal leadership experience
Current PMP certification
Cost Account Manager experience
Sound understanding of Government appropriations and contracts

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
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.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

At BAE Systems, we celebrate the array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strength. We're laser-focused on high performance, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also enjoy work-life balance, uncover new experiences, and collaborate with passionate colleagues.