Weapons Storage and Security System (WS3) - Program Manager

Program Manager

Join BAE Systems' Air & Space Force Solutions and be part of a diverse team that solves complex technical challenges. The Weapons Storage and Security System (WS3), Vault Modernization Program (VMP), modernizes vaults at various locations worldwide, addressing issues such as vault-unlock codes, diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortages, and maintenance capabilities.

Key objectives of the project include developing a Vault Unlock Management System (VUMS), designing a Vault Motion Control System (VMCS), and implementing a Maintenance Data Network System (MDNS) to achieve NSA Certification and Nuclear Certification.

As a VMP team member, you'll be part of a collaborative team working together to achieve program objectives. You'll enjoy a healthy work-life balance with flexible work arrangements, collaborate with a talented team, and contribute to a program critical to national security. You'll have opportunities for growth and development, recognition for outstanding performance, and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Apply now to join our team and be part of a diverse and enthusiastic group shaping the future of national security. Project members may travel to locations within and outside the United States.

The Role

The Program Manager will be responsible for leading the Vault Modernization Program (VMP) and ensuring its successful execution. This includes managing program schedules, budgets, and resources, as well as coordinating with stakeholders to meet program requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Program Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive program plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure successful program delivery, aligning with organizational strategic objectives and meet NSA Certification and Nuclear Certification requirements.
• Resource Management: Oversee and optimize program resources, including personnel, equipment, and facilities, to ensure compliance with Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) and cyber-security principles, as well as relevant regulations and policies.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Foster collaborative relationships with stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors, and team members, to ensure program requirements are met, including those outlined in the Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) and the System Requirements Document (SRD).
• Risk Management: Develop and manage program risk mitigation plans, including those related to NSA Certification and Nuclear Certification, to ensure proactive identification and mitigation of potential risks.
• Compliance and Governance: Ensure strict adherence to relevant regulations, policies, and procedures, including those related to nuclear surety and cybersecurity, to maintain program integrity and compliance.

What You'll Bring:

• Program Management Expertise: Utilize agile methodologies, lean principles, and risk-based approaches to drive program flexibility, efficiency, and risk management.
• Digital and Data-Driven: Leverage digital technologies and data analytics to drive program innovation, improvement, and informed decision making.
• Governance and Performance: Emphasize governance, compliance, and performance management, including metrics, stakeholder management, and change management, to ensure program success and delivery.
• You are a visionary leader, able to develop and implement strategic plans that drive business growth and innovation.
• You are a master collaborator, able to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, including customers, partners, and team members.
• You are a creative problem-solver, able to develop innovative solutions to complex problems.
• You are customer-focused, with a deep understanding of customer needs and a commitment to delivering exceptional service.
• You are detail-oriented, with a keen eye for detail and an ability to analyze complex data.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Bachelor with 10+ years of experience in program management (+8 years with Master's), preferably in an engineering, defense or aerospace program.
• Proven track record of successful program delivery.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with government contracts, acquisition process requirements, and Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL).
• Relevant experience is job-related work that provides the necessary knowledge, skill, and abilities to perform the role (position).
• Must be able to obtain Secret (or higher) security clearance.
• Capable of creating required engineering documentation using Microsoft Office Suite products including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, and Access.
• Able to obtain Top Secret (or higher) security clearance.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Experience in testing, commissioning and validation activities.
• Familiar with Department of Defense programs.
• Experience in requirement management software such as CAMEO.
• Project Management Professional Certification.

Pay Information:

Full-Time Salary Range: $133333 - $226667. 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 Intelligence & Security:

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.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we dofrom intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.