BAE Systems

Program Mgr I

BAE Systems$95K — $115K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years experience, Master's with 6+ years, or PhD with 4+ years of experience
  • Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated business acumen with leadership presence
  • Experience in structured problem-solving and root cause analysis
  • Knowledge of defense contract types
  • Ability to obtain DoW Secret clearance with SAP access

Responsibilities

  • Lead production and development execution of microelectronics products through their lifecycle
  • Support all aspects of program initiation, planning, and execution to meet commitments
  • Track demand forecasting and lead planning initiatives
  • Oversee budget and schedule management for program execution
  • Identify and address program-related issues through cross-functional collaboration
  • Serve as primary contact for stakeholders regarding order-related matters
  • Monitor and report on key performance metrics like on-time delivery and budget adherence

Benefits

  • Hybrid work format with >50% onsite and remote flexibility
  • Engagement with industry-leading technology and microelectronics innovations
  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
  • Access to advanced training and professional development programs
  • Potential for growth in a key role within a leading defense contractor
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Program Manager who will support development and production execution for the growing list of microelectronics components within BAE Systems' Microelectronics product catalog. The Program Manager's primary responsibility will be leading production and development execution of P&S products through the entire lifecycle, from quoting through delivery. This includes demand forecasting, quoting, purchase orders, and deliveries of P&S products; interfacing with customers, across functions and the foundry team, and vendors to collaborate and provide status updates; and supporting the management of programs in different stages of maturity ranging from development to full production. The successful candidate must be comfortable leading briefings of program status to leadership and excel at customer engagement. Other key responsibilities include: 3 Support all aspects of program initiation, planning, execution (cost, schedule, technical performance, quality, customer engagement, etc.) and ensure program commitments are met. 3 Support the development of strategic and financial plans. 3 Track, lead, and directly contribute to forecasting and demand planning. 3 Lead the execution process by overseeing the creation and management of budgets and schedules. 3 Identify and address order- and program-related issues, prioritize tasks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop effective solutions. 3 Act as a point of contact for other program managers, operations personnel, and internal stakeholders regarding order-related matters and ensure the stakeholders are engaged in addressing any deficiencies. 3 Support the tracking of resources, personnel, and processes to ensure the successful execution and completion of orders and programs. 3 Monitor and report on key order and program performance metrics, such as on-time delivery, budget adherence, and overall performance, and prepare regular status reports. 3 Ensure that products are fully prepared for production and delivery, coordinating with engineering, operations, and quality assurance teams to verify that all requirements are met and address any identified deficiencies. 3 Engage with the internal foundry team and vendors to ensure alignment on order or program requirements, including deliverables, cost structures, and timelines. 3 Manage and support proposals, as required. 3 Perform other duties as necessary. Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it can take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite (> 50% of time) and remotely; or an on-site format. The work location is Nashua, NH. This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified. Required Skills and Education 3 Typically, a Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years of work experience, a Masters Degree with 6+ years of experience or a PhD with 4+ years of experience. 3 Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills 3 Demonstrates business acumen and presence at the leadership level 3 Experience in structured problem solving with demonstrated ability to systematically determine root cause 3 Knowledge of defense contract types 3 Ability to obtain DoW Secret clearance with SAP access. Preferred Skills and Education 3 Active DoW TOP SECRET/SCI and SAP Security clearances 3 Project Management Professional (PMP) certification 3 Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) in an Earned Value Management System (EVMS) 3 3+ years' experience as a Program Manager (PM), Program Engineering Manager (PEM) or Technical Project Manager 3 Experience as primary customer point of contact 3 Experience in a Semiconductor Foundry and the development, fabrication and/or testing of microelectronics or electronic subsystems 3 Demonstrated experience successfully leading cross-functional teams and supervising individuals 3 Experience developing product roadmaps 3 Experience interfacing with microelectronics foundries and suppliers

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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1997
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