BAE Systems

Project Mgr I - Tech

BAE Systems$80K — $95K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School diploma with 10+ years of relevant experience, or Bachelor's Degree in computer science/information technologies with 7+ years of experience, or MS Degree with 5+ years of experience.
  • Technical knowledge of systems, networks, and application security.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work across teams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience interacting with customers and upper management.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity and software development best practices.
  • Effective organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead assessments of IT systems and documentation requirements.
  • Create phased timelines for infrastructure upgrades and software rollouts.
  • Engage with stakeholders to identify operational needs.
  • Track engagements to ensure communication and accountability.
  • Assist in developing high-level briefings and presentations.
  • Translate technical data into strategic insights for decision-making.
  • Evaluate IT environment for vulnerabilities and establish compliance plans.

Benefits

  • Competitive wages
  • Comprehensive medical and dental plans
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Generous paid time off
  • Focus on work/life balance
  • Career development opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement programs
  • Mentorship and recognition initiatives.
Full Job Description
Job Description

About This Job:

Air and Space Force Solutions, a business unit within BAE Systems, has an opening at our Hill Air Force Base, Utah location for a Project Manager. In this role you will join our Information Services team and have an important role in supporting our mission of strategic deterrence through continual improvement and innovation. This is a customer-facing role with strong relationship building responsibilities with the government customer as well as with equipment/software vendors and associated contractors. The selected applicant may frequently be working in a technical project manager capacity, working directly with technical personnel and, on occasion, with senior leadership to provide status updates.

Additionally, the selected applicant will provide leadership for those involved in the development, design and optimization of one or more information technology systems. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, analysis, selection and modification of enterprise systems, application software, installation of network hardware/software and database management. Additional duties include providing technical expertise to the government customer in developing and maintaining robust program operational tools and processes.

Specific responsibilities include:
  • Lead the assessment of IT systems and documentation requirements. Partner with government and contractor personnel to assist in conducting business needs assessments to align technology investments with organizational objectives and identify infrastructure strengths, weaknesses, and redundancies.
  • Create phased, long-term timelines for infrastructure upgrades, software rollouts, and digital innovations. Develop an Execution Framework detailing project milestones and clear Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure success.
  • Engage with government representatives, contractor partners, business unit leaders, and executives to identify operational needs.
  • Track key engagements to ensure consistent communication and accountability across all parties.
  • Assist in the development of high-level briefings, reports, and presentations for executive leadership.
  • Translate complex technical data into strategic insights to facilitate informed decision-making.
  • Evaluate the IT environment for vulnerabilities and establish robust mitigation and compliance plans to protect organizational assets.
  • Develop high-impact visual aids, including strategic roadmaps, executive dashboards, and organizational charts, to establish a common operating picture for all stakeholders.

What's In It For You:
  • Competitive wages
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • 401k
  • Paid time off
  • Work/life balance
  • Career development
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Mentorship opportunities
  • Rewards & recognition

Work Location:
Hill Air Force Base, Utah

Travel:

#ASFS #SITCS

Required Skills and Education

Required Education, Experience, & Skills for this Position:
  • High School diploma with 10+ years of relevant work experience, or
  • Bachelor's Degree (typically in computer science, information technologies, etc.) and 7+ years of progressive technical experience, or
  • MS Degree and 5+ years of relevant experience
  • Technical knowledge of systems, networks, and application security, as well as a solid understanding of enterprise-level security frameworks, policies, processes, and standards
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to learn quickly and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work across teams and in a cross-functional environment to accomplish schedule-driven priorities on time
  • Experience interfacing and briefing customers and upper management
  • Experience or knowledge of cybersecurity, networks, system components, system protocols, COTS technology, and software development
  • Effective organizational, time management, and communications skills (written and verbal)
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Fast learner with ability to quickly comprehend technology and understand unique system requirements


Preferred Skills and Education

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:
  • Experience with Confluence and Jira tools
  • PMP Certification
  • Experience with Microsoft Visio

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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