IFF Development Program Manager

Program Manager

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite 2-3 days per week and remotely. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

In Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) solutions, you'll help develop systems that sense, control, exploit and disseminate actionable information to warfighters supporting a variety of missions.

BAE Systems is seeking a self-motivated and experienced program manager to manage the $50M+ Digital Interrogator Technology Refresh development and productionization projects. The Digital Interrogator is a key component of our Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) portfolio. This position has the responsibility for the leadership and management oversight of a project team assuring that project's financials, schedule, and technical objectives are met and that the highest level of customer satisfaction is achieved while meeting all contractual commitments. Reporting to the Maritime Sensors & Systems Program Area Director, this role will require strong cross functional leadership and customer management to operate in this dynamic environment balancing program execution as well as supporting new business initiatives.

The candidate must be able to work effectively and collaboratively with Engineering, Operations, and all Program Office functional leadership to assure deliveries continue to exceed customer commitments and achievement of financial commitments to the company. The selected candidate will manage, coordinate, plan, organize, control, integrate, and execute projects for development and productionization of the Digital Interrogator Technology Refresh. Additionally, the candidate will participate in the support of new business and in the development of proposals.

The primary responsibilities of this role include:

• Provide leadership and management oversight for the Digital Interrogator Technology Refresh, assuring the team's Program Area and Product Line objectives are met and that the highest level of customer satisfaction is achieved.
• Responsible and accountable to the Program Area and Product Line Management for program execution, profitability, timeliness, and overall success. Makes timely decisions that are cost effective to the company and ensures assigned projects meet financial commitments for orders, sales, profit, and cash.
• Accountable for all aspects of assigned program's execution (cost, schedule, technical performance, quality, risk management, and customer engagement) throughout all the Life Cycle Management (LCM) phases, ensuring program commitments are met while having the authority to make cogent and timely decisions related to the project.
• Acts as the primary point of contact between BAE Systems and the customer program office, suppliers, and key customer stakeholders.
• Excellent executive presence and communication skills, including oral presentations and written correspondence.
• Exhibits exceptional interpersonal skills while interfacing with program team members, company personnel, suppliers, and customers.
• Improves our work environment by promoting teamwork, wellness, workplace flexibility, modeling good behaviors, and increasing leadership engagement.

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree and relevant program management experience. Demonstrated experience leading and inspiring teams in a high tempo environment.
• Successful, proven past performance in leading and managing multi-discipline project teams.
• Expertise in project management, earned value management, risk management, and supply chain & subcontract management.
• Strong presentation and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree and 8-10+ years of experience.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Management, or Business Administration.
• Program Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Detailed knowledge of the defense aerospace market and experience working with US Navy program offices.
• Experience in business case development, analysis, and presentation.
• Experience in the development and production of high reliability electronics.
• Experience in new business capture.
• Active Secret Clearance

Pay Information:

Full-Time Salary Range: $150370 - $255630 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee 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.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems:

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact for our customers and the communities we serve.

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.