BAE Systems

Project Mgr I - Tech

BAE Systems$75K — $95K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS/BA in a related field with 6+ years experience; higher degrees can substitute for experience.
  • Hands-on experience managing IT project portfolios including infrastructure and application development.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools; strong organizational skills required.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams in dynamic and high-pressure environments.
  • Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and ITIL methodologies preferred; PMP or CSM certification is a plus.
  • Self-starter with strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with IT leadership to create and prioritize project portfolios.
  • Lead project execution while adhering to compliance standards and methodologies.
  • Coach and mentor project teams throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Deliver critical project status updates to stakeholders and business sponsors.
  • Manage high-priority project risks and act on them proactively.
  • Maintain effective relationships across departments to foster collaboration.
  • Support the implementation of strategic organizational initiatives.

Benefits

  • Exposure to a dynamic and high-tempo work environment.
  • Opportunity to work on diverse projects across multiple IT domains.
  • Role critical to enabling efficient organizational strategies and operations.
  • Professional development opportunities through project management leadership.
  • On-site collaboration fostering team synergy and relationship building.
Full Job Description
Job Description

This position will play a support role in creating a cohesive portfolio of projects to support IT and larger organizational strategies, as well as communicating and executing upon the overall strategy for the organization. During project execution the Project Manager is accountable for the success of all projects under their supervision in a matrixed organization. Plan, execute, and deliver all projects on time, on budget, and within scope in accordance with business priorities. Throughout the lifecycle of each project, the manager tracks project status and manages project teams to mitigate issues and risks.

The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution - from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.

What You'll Do:
  • Work collaboratively with IT leadership and internal customers to establish project portfolio and prioritize within that portfolio for execution.
  • Collaborate with customer and departmental leadership to prioritize and appropriately resource projects adhering to roadmaps and organizational priorities.
  • Provide project execution leadership and management adhering to project methodology and compliance standards, as well as act as PM throughout the lifecycle of projects.
  • Build, lead, and coach multiple project teams throughout project lifecycles.
  • Provide critical and project status updates including project portfolio alignment, project execution performance, and business sponsor success criteria.
  • Build, maintain and execute to a stakeholder matrix including IT and internal organization, value stream, and program leadership.
  • Assess and resolve all high priority project risks as they are encountered.
  • Support the execution of the IT and organization strategy, utilizing change management strategies (drive enterprise alignment).
  • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
  • Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:
  • Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.


Required Skills and Education

  • BS/BA in related field plus 6 or more years related experience.
  • Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate IT project portfolio and lead multiple projects simultaneously including but not limited to infrastructure build and maintenance, application development and deployment, and network optimization.
  • Ability to work in dynamic high tempo environment and directly interface with customer.
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with an ability to determine an appropriate level of detail given project milestones.
  • Excellent planning, organizational, communication and time management skills.
  • Solid computer knowledge and organizational skills, and must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, SharePoint, and PowerPoint).
  • Proven ability to work in a team environment and able to work independently as needed.
  • Detail-oriented, hardworking, positive and enthusiastic.
  • Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma and ITIL concepts.
  • Excellent team leadership skills.
  • Ability to scope, manage, execute and deliver on multiple small to large, complex projects in a timely manner; PMP preferred will consider CSM.
  • Comfortable with, and able to provide structure to, ambiguous and fluid situations.
  • Self-starter who takes initiative, and is also able to work well in teams.
  • Analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.
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A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

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.

Multiple positions may be available on this opening.

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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