Job DescriptionBecause this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with the majority of time spent on site with opportunity for flexibility during the week to work remote.
BAE's Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) business area has an exciting opportunity for a Task Manager to join the team in the Advanced Electronic Warfare Solutions (AEWS) product line. The Product Line is well positioned for growth in the coming years and is looking for a dynamic individual to join us.
This role requires an individual who can operate within and help mature a product-driven environment, where offerings are defined, priced, and delivered as repeatable products rather than one-off program solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Operate effectively in an environment where processes are evolving and not fully defined
- Proactively identify and manage risks associated with productization, including scope creep, pricing inconsistency, and misalignment between product and program execution
- Support the development and refinement of product structures, including configurations, options, and scalable offerings
- Support proposal efforts
- Contribute to the establishment of processes, governance, and operating rhythms required to scale a product-based organization
- Assist with managing customer and supplier relationships to maintain a win-win of program execution and future business and maintain a high level of customer engagement and satisfaction.
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- Experience integrating scope, schedule, and budget for the successful execution of program objectives. Ability to develop and execute a program schedule and track status against that schedule.
- Highly developed collaboration and leadership skills with demonstrated success partnering with cross-functional colleagues.
- Capable of working independently and within team(s) to solve problems.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment that requires a high degree of initiative, adaptability, and closure orientation.
- Demonstrated professionalism and excellent written and interpersonal communication skills to interface and negotiate with and present to a variety of stakeholders including coworkers, leadership, customers, and suppliers.
Preferred Skills and Education- Experience in implementing product line strategies
- Experience with commercial item determinations and supporting documentation
- Background in defense, aerospace, or advanced technology sectors
Benefits InformationEmployee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).
