Job Description

BAE Systems is hiring a Program Manager III to support the Artillery group and lead the management of the M109A7/M992A3 Paladin FMS program. As the Program Manager for Paladin FMS, you are directly responsible for profit and loss on the highly complex program involving the support through sustainment of M109A7 and M992A3. Provide a competitive advantage to the company by managing the program's defined scope on schedule, within budget, and at the expected level of quality.

• The role can be based out of York, PA or Anniston, AL.
• This is a hybrid position where you will work three days onsite weekly, on average.
• The schedule is 9/80 where you will have every other Friday off.
• There is a travel requirement of 25%, including one international trip annually, on average.

Responsibilities:

• Lead proposals in support of future artillery efforts
• Develop proposals and program plans that address the lifecycle of products from capture through execution and transition of technology to production, and post-production support
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all functions
• Manage stakeholder communications with cross-functional teams, customers, and BAE Systems management on programmatic issues
• Manage the defined scope on schedule, within budget, and at the expected level of quality
• Manage program execution to predictably achieve cost/profitability, schedule, and technical performance objectives
• Meet financial commitments for orders, sales, profit, and cash flow
• Prepare and present program management reviews (PMRs) with information tailored to the appropriate level
• Establish program direction for the matrixed team
• Monitor and control activities on current contracts including disciplined, effective change management
• Implement appropriate actions to resolve issues, manage risks, and realize opportunities
• Primary point of contact for providing clear, accurate, and timely communication to customers

Required Skills and Education

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
• Bachelor's Degree and 12 years of work experience or equivalent experience
• Experience in Program/Project Management
• Experience in Defense programs
• Experience in Manufacturing/Production programs
• Experience in PLM, including ability to support Engineering, Testing, Transition to Production, System Technical Support, Sustainment
• Experience in Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Experience in People Management/Leadership
• Experience in Customer Interfacing and Relationship Management
• Ability to manage, coordinate, plan, organize, control, integrate, and execute programs/projects
• Ability to lead Risk and Opportunity (R&O) management activities to include identification and development of risk mitigation plans, scope management, program/project plans specifying goals, staffing, scheduling, identification of risks, contingency plans, and allocation of available resources
• Ability to lead, manage, and influence stakeholders
• Ability to foster an inclusive workplace in which all individuals thrive and perform at their best
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to work across functional boundaries and mature PM capabilities
• Strong business acumen enabling achievement of financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectives
• Analytical thought and skills with the ability to resolve issues in a variety of complex situations, without supervision
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate with senior level leaders, customers, and suppliers

Preferred Skills and Education

• Active Secret Clearance
• MBA or Master's Degree
• PMP or Professional Certification
• Experience in leading complex programs for tracked combat vehicles
• Experience in International/FMS/DCS programs
• Knowledge of ITAR and Export Controls
• Broad knowledge of Engineering, Finance, Logistics, and General Management
• Understanding of requirements development process

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).