BAE Systems

Program Mgr II

BAE Systems$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of program management experience with a proven track record of achieving performance objectives.
  • Strong skills in risk and opportunity management, particularly in defense contracting environments.
  • Effective leadership and collaboration skills, with success in cross-functional teamwork.
  • Ability to work autonomously and tackle problems within a team context.
  • Excellent organizational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities in fast-paced settings.
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities for stakeholder engagement and negotiation.
  • Knowledge of government contracting and relevant acquisition trends.

Responsibilities

  • Provide proactive leadership and project management for program activities, ensuring commitments on finance, schedule, and technical deliverables are met.
  • Identify potential risks early and implement mitigation strategies promptly.
  • Manage customer and supplier relationships to facilitate successful program execution and future business opportunities.
  • Contribute to financial planning and support for new business development efforts.
  • Report on program performance regularly to senior leadership, tracking progress against objectives.
  • Inspire and encourage teams while fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement.
  • Ensure adherence to ethical standards and compliance with company policies and safety objectives.

Benefits

  • Potential for hybrid remote work.
  • Culture promoting innovation and performance excellence.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement.
  • Engagement in a rapidly growing sector with enhanced new business capture opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Description

BAE Systems' Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) business area has an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager II to join the team in the Tactical Aircraft Electronic Warfare Solutions (TacAir) product line. The Product Line is well positioned for growth in the coming years and is looking for a dynamic individual to join us. The program manager will lead efforts throughout the program life-cycle, including, but not limited to, new business capture, internal research and development, engineering and manufacturing development (EMD), as well as follow on low-rate initial production (LRIP). This role will be based in downtown Nashua, NH, with the potential for hybrid remote work when on-site presence is not required.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide leadership and proactive project management for assigned program activities, ensuring program commitments are met, including achievement of financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectives.
  • Proactively identify and mitigate risks.
  • Assist with managing customer and supplier relationships to maintain a win-win of program execution and future business while maintaining a high level of customer engagement and satisfaction.
  • Participate in the support of new business and in the development of financial plans for the company as needed.
  • Measure and regularly report out on program results, including to senior leadership.
  • Lead through inspiration and encouragement and foster a culture of innovative problem solving, performance excellence, and continuous improvement to deliver affordable, effective, and dependable outcomes.
  • Demonstrate a leading role in promoting adherence to the company's ethical standards and business practices; ensure compliance with the BAE Systems Operational Assurance Framework and all other policies and requirements; provide for good stewardship of the assets of the business.
  • Maintain a safe work environment and ensure compliance with safety and security objectives and policies.


Required Skills and Education

  • Experience leading efforts with schedule, budget and technical responsibility while successfully achieving program performance objectives. Ability to develop and execute a program schedule and track status against that schedule.
  • Demonstrated success with risk and opportunity management, defense contract types, and partnering with Finance to apply Earned Value Management techniques.
  • Highly developed collaboration and leadership skills with demonstrated success partnering with cross-functional colleagues.
  • Capable of working independently and within team(s) to solve problems.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment that requires a high degree of initiative, adaptability, and closure orientation.
  • Demonstrated professionalism and excellent written and interpersonal communication skills to interface and negotiate with a variety of stakeholders including coworkers, leadership, customers, and suppliers.
  • Knowledge of Government contracting, current acquisition trends and customer / competitor behaviors is a positive.
  • Proficiency with business tools such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.


Preferred Skills and Education

  • Program Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent
  • Typically a Bachelor's degree in a technical or business-related discipline and a minimum of 8 years of experience in program management and/or with functional activities related to the program lifecycle, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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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