BAE Systems

Subcontract Program Mgr II

BAE Systems • $110K — $130K *
Merrimack, NH 03054Hybrid
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time
  • Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of relevant experience or equivalent
  • Experience in Subcontract Management, Project Management, or Program Management
  • Strong negotiation skills and strategies
  • Experience in new business capture including proposals
  • Proven record of leading multi-discipline project teams
  • Ability to manage project planning, staffing, scheduling, and risk identification

Responsibilities

  • Manage a portfolio of complex development subcontracts end-to-end
  • Drive performance and ensure successful delivery of satellite capabilities
  • Communicate with senior management on subcontract performance status
  • Develop long-term strategies and tactical plans for enterprise objectives
  • Lead and mentor a team of Subcontract PMs as the program progresses
  • Manage scope, cost estimating, and related processes effectively
  • Oversee the integration of subcontractor deliveries into project execution

Benefits

  • Opportunity to contribute to national security initiatives
  • Potential for career growth into leadership roles
  • Engagement with cutting-edge satellite and payload technologies
  • Involvement in cross-functional and integrated project teams
  • Access to training and professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Description

You will be responsible for the end-to-end management of a portfolio of complex development subcontracts, driving performance and ensuring the successful delivery of cutting-edge satellite and payload capabilities. Reporting to the Space Systems Product Line Supply Chain Director, this is an individual contributor role, likely to grow to include leading and mentoring a team of Subcontract PMs over the program's lifecycle. This program is at the forefront of space domain awareness and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a critical national security initiative. This role will reside within the Space Systems Product Line, and is contingent upon program award.

Required Skills and Education

  • Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time
  • Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 10 years work experience or equivalent experience
  • Experience in Subcontract Management, Project Management or Program Management
  • Strong demonstrated negotiation skills and strategies
  • Experience in new business capture to include proposals
  • Experience developing long-term strategies and tactical plans to achieve enterprise objectives.
  • Successful, proven record of leading and managing multi-discipline project teams
  • Ability to develop plans specifying goals, staffing, scheduling, identification of risks, contingency plans, and allocation of available resources
  • Experience with scope management and cost estimating, including estimate to complete/estimate at completion (ETC/EAC) processes.
  • Ability to communicate with senior management regarding subcontract performance status (cost / schedule / resources / risk) as well as performance to financial objectives
  • Experience communicating externally either with customers or suppliers


Preferred Skills and Education

  • A foundational understanding of satellite subsystems (power, propulsion, thermal control, communications, attitude control, structures) is essential. The SPM needs to understand what subcontractors are delivering and how it integrates. This isn't about doing the engineering, but about understanding the technical challenges, management of technical risk and ensuring program execution.
  • Satellite Payload Integration Experience
  • Previous experience in satellite programs and space-based acquisition environment
  • Strong Emotional Intelligence
  • Inquisitive, innovative thinker
  • Generosity of thought and knowledge.
  • Prior experience as a Program Manager
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
  • Program Management Institute's (PMI) Program Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • Demonstrated Risk Management experience
  • Experience with information systems such as Oracle
  • Knowledge of acquisition policies and procedures with associated knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR)
  • Significant experience managing the development and compliance of requirements (SOWs, specifications, contractual terms, etc.)
  • Strong organizational skills to handle many overlapping projects simultaneously
  • Willingness and desire for continuous improvement.
  • Earned Value Management and Lifecycle Management experience
  • Professional Supply Chain Certification: C.P.M., C.P.S.M., P.M.P.
  • Graduate degree in a related field, i.e.: JD, MBA, Master's Degree in Engineering and/or Business Administration
  • Control Account Management (CAM) experience (at minimum, CAM trained)

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.
Learn more about BAE Systems
Size
90,500 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1997
NASDAQ
BAESF
* Ladders Estimates

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