BAE Systems

Program Mgr I

BAE Systems$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, management, or a related field.
  • Minimum 8 years leading complex aircraft electronics programs.
  • Strong understanding of the aerospace market.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain customer relationships.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
  • Proficient in project management techniques including earned value analysis and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional program execution from concept to delivery.
  • Ensure alignment with technical, regulatory, and customer requirements.
  • Coordinate complex developmental activities for flight-critical control systems.
  • Manage program planning, risk mitigation, and resource coordination.
  • Oversee financial aspects and schedule adherence for projects.
  • Support strategic planning and customer/regulatory engagements.
  • Deliver high-quality, certifiable solutions for competitive advantage.

Benefits

  • Flexible work environment that supports work-life balance.
  • Opportunity to lead initiatives that impact aviation safety and efficiency.
  • Career growth potential within a world leader in flight-critical controls and avionics.
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead key initiatives within the Air Transport product line, with a strong focus on flight controls, and other safety-critical aerospace systems. In this role, you will drive cross-functional program execution from concept through certification and delivery, ensuring alignment with technical requirements, regulatory standards, customer expectations, and business objectives. As the primary interface between engineering, operations, supply chain, quality, and our external customers, you will coordinate complex development activities associated with high-integrity control systems. Responsibilities include program planning, requirements management, risk mitigation, earned value management, resource coordination, financial oversight, and schedule adherence-all while maintaining our rigorous standards for safety, compliance, and product reliability The ideal candidate brings strong technical acumen in aviation control systems and demonstrated leadership managing safety-critical development programs governed by standards such as ARP4754, DO-178, and DO-254. Success in this role requires proactive communication, structured problem-solving, and the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams through technical challenges and certification activities typical of flight-critical environments. As a key leader in the Air Transport product line, you will contribute to strategic planning, support customer and regulatory engagements, and ensure delivery of high-quality, certifiable solutions that strengthen our competitive position and drive long-term product growth. BAE Systems is a world leader in flight-critical controls and avionics and is experiencing significant growth. Accordingly, we seek highly capable Program Managers with experience leading complex programs and portfolios throughout the project lifecycle. Selected individuals will maintain strong customer relationships and lead multidisciplinary teams to execute challenging programs on time and within budget Our flexible work environment empowers you to make a meaningful impact-shaping the future of aviation while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. If this sounds like the kind of team you want to join, come grow your career with us. Location: This position is based in Endicott, New York. Required Skills and Education • Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering or manufacturing management, or other discipline • Minimum 8 years of demonstrated success leading execution of complex aircraft electronics production programs • Knowledge of the aerospace market • Demonstrated ability for building strong customer/ stakeholder relationships. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills involving coordinating and negotiating with customers and suppliers • Highly adaptable with strong initiative • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams • Expertise applying project management skills and techniques including stakeholder management, team building, critical decision making, earned value analysis, risk mitigation and opportunity realization Preferred Skills and Education • Master's degree in business administration, engineering or other related disciplines • Minimum 10 years of demonstrated experience leading diverse teams in a high tempo, commercial and/ or military aerospace development environment • Program Management Professional (PMP) certification • Experience with the development and qualification / certification of flight critical electronics • New business capture lead experience / proposal manager experience • Strong business and financial acumen: proficiency in budgeting, financial controls, profitability analysis, and alignment with program objectives

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems plc is a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company. It is among the world's largest defense contractors, with over 85,000 employees and operations in over 40 countries. BAE Systems is involved in the design, development, and manufacture of a wide range of products and services, including military aircraft, naval ships, and land vehicles. The company also provides a range of cybersecurity and intelligence services. BAE Systems has a long history, dating back to the 19th century, and has been involved in many major defense projects. Visit baesystems.com for more information.
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90,500 employees
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1997
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