Job DescriptionBAE Systems is seeking an exceptional project manager for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) and other aerospace system development, acquisition, operations, and sustainment efforts. This is an exciting opportunity to support the US Air and Space Forces' acquisition and integration of next-generation technologies and capabilities.
This project manager will work with a highly skilled team providing programmatic support for the future of ICBM technologies, and includes integrating efforts across the ICBM enterprise and other DoD customers and stakeholders.
The candidate will operate in an organizational culture that develops and challenges employees to achieve high performance in a fast-paced, high-morale workplace using streamlined management policies and procedures. It is a challenging and rewarding position with growth opportunity, backed by, and integrated with the broad technology-related capabilities of BAE Systems, Inc. as one of the top 10 DoD contractors. You will provide contributions that will shape the development and deployment of the US Air Force's next generation ICBM and support similar efforts to integrate aerospace systems engineering, integration, and test capabilities with US Space Force and others within BAE Systems' broad DoD customer base.
Pursuant to Government contract, this position requires US Citizenship status.
The RoleBAE Systems is seeking an experienced Project Manager accountable to the Enduring Launch program lead for all assigned tasks. You will join a focused and dedicated team charged with supporting the acquisition and development of advanced capabilities for the Futures Division. This position will provide acquisition project management and integration, specifically in the areas of:
- Requirements Management: Supporting the development and management of program requirements, ensuring alignment with mission objectives.
- Risk Management: Integrating, managing, and aligning program risks to ensure successful execution.
- Schedule Management: Maintaining integrated program schedules, tracking progress, and identifying potential delays.
- Financial Management: Supporting the management of program budgets, tracking expenditures, and ensuring cost control.
- Experimental Flight Test Support: Contributing to the planning, execution, and analysis of experimental flight tests.
This role requires strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively interface with government stakeholders, engineering teams, and other program partners.
Who You AreAn experienced project manager with a strong interest in aerospace systems and a proven ability to manage complex projects in a fast-paced environment. You must possess high energy and be comfortable working with evolving priorities. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following:
- Excellent cognitive, communication (both written and spoken), and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts.
- A customer-oriented approach, proactively anticipating customer needs and striving to exceed expectations.
- Proven ability to work effectively within small to medium-sized teams.
- A collaborative and team-oriented mindset, prioritizing successful project outcomes over individual recognition.
- Demonstrated self-discipline to plan and prioritize work effectively, delivering results on time and within budget.
- Experience with requirements development and management, risk management, schedule management, and financial management.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- A passion for contributing to the advancement of strategic capabilities.
Required Skills and Education- 7 yrs of progressive technical experience
- DOD acquisitions experience
- Experience working in a collaborative, multi-discipline engineering team environment, able to define strategic goals, plan operations and implement tactical customer guidance with minimal day-to-day guidance
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Active Secret (or higher) security clearance
- Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SAP clearance
Preferred Skills and Education- BA or BS degree and experience in Project Management
- ICBM maintenance, or operations experience
- ICBM Acquisitions experience
- Project Management Professional Certification
- Active DoD Top Secret Clearance
- Earned Value Management, Control Account Management
- Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneNote
