BAE Systems

Subcontract Program Mgr II

BAE Systems • $108K — $130K *
Nashua, NH 03060Hybrid
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and 10 years of relevant experience or equivalent expertise
  • Demonstrated experience in Subcontract, Project, or Program Management for development programs
  • Strong negotiation skills and strategies
  • Experience in new business capture, including proposal development
  • Proven record of leading multi-discipline project teams
  • Strong technical and business acumen
  • Ability to effectively communicate performance status to senior management

Responsibilities

  • Lead supply chain strategies for the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) program
  • Manage and execute complex subcontracts throughout the program lifecycle
  • Evaluate and negotiate subcontracts to meet project specifications and schedules
  • Influence the development of Statements of Works (SOWs) to align with project timelines
  • Ensure quality customer service and strong supplier relationships
  • Contribute to new business efforts and financial planning for outsourced project components

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in defense solutions
  • Leadership role with accountability and influence over project outcomes
  • Dynamic work environment requiring collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Travel opportunities up to 25%, gaining exposure to diverse suppliers
  • Engagement in the company's strategic evolution with potential for advancement
Full Job Description
Job Description

In the Precision Strike & Sensing Solutions (PS) business area we design and manufacture state-of-the-art systems and technology that enable our customers to execute their precision strike missions. Within this setting, our Operations employees turn innovative engineering designs into real solutions to meet our customers' needs. In this role you will be at the forefront of the art of the possible leading the development supply chain strategies within the strategic missiles' portfolio.

The Sr. Supply Chain Program Manager (SCPM) is a leadership role within the Supply Chain function, reporting directly to the Strategic Missiles Supply Chain Director. The successful candidate will provide leadership and guidance to a cross functional team and will be accountable for the overall material health of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) development programs. This role operates as an extension of the supply chain team and is responsible for managing supply chain performance (cost, schedule, quality & technical) with support from a cross-functional integrated product team (IPT).

In this role you will:
  • Be accountable for all purchased material, both subcontract and purchase parts, for the THAAD Development Program
  • Manage the execution of critical subcontracts for materials, equipment, supplies, and services of a highly specialized and complex nature through all phases of the program lifecycle
  • Evaluate, negotiate, and manage assigned subcontracts to perform to each project's specifications, quality, budget, schedule and earned value requirements to include the timely delivery of all deliverables required to fulfill the subcontract
  • Author, manage and influence critical path releases of Statements of Works (SOWs) and plans to align with required schedules and subcontractor lead times
  • Delivering quality customer service to both internal and external customers and foster and maintain good supplier relationships, while driving a Zero-Defect mindset with suppliers
  • Participate in the support of new business and in the development of financial plans for the company, as it pertains to the planned outsourced portion of the project(s)


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.

Required Skills and Education

  • Ability to travel up to 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 for a development program
  • 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
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on relationship building, leading through influence, and the ability to effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) at all levels
  • 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
  • Strong technical and business acumen
  • Control Account Management (CAM) experience (at minimum, CAM trained)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a clearance


Preferred Skills and Education

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, or operations
  • Prior experience as a project manager
  • Experience leading cross-functional 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

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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