BAE Systems, Inc.
Program Manager III - Survivability Mission Systems Senior Program Manager
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The Program Manager III leads large development programs, manages teams, and drives financial and performance objectives while fostering collaboration.
Job Description
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 and remotely.
You don't see it, but it's there. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics-from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 Lightning II. At Electronic Systems, you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. 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 as exemplified by our missions: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®" and "We Innovate for Those Who Move the WorldTM." Sound like a team you want to be a part of?
Come build your career with BAE Systems. In Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions, we provide next-generation threat detection and countermeasure solutions that lead to unparalleled electronic warfare capabilities for enhanced mission effectiveness and survivability.
The Survivability Mission Systems (SMS) Program Manager manages, coordinates, plans, organizes, controls, integrates, and executes elements of a large development program and/or other production/support projects/programs within the SMS portfolio.
These responsibilities go hand-in-hand with driving to achieve our financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectives. The successful candidate will lead by example, foster an inclusive and collaborative culture, and maintain our unwavering commitment to ethical behavior, safety and security.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Experience managing complex subcontracts
MBA
Active Top Secret clearance
Deep understanding and experience leading programs as a program manager in all phases of the product life cycle (development, production, sustainment)
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 team-making 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.
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 and remotely.
You don't see it, but it's there. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics-from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 Lightning II. At Electronic Systems, you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. 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 as exemplified by our missions: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®" and "We Innovate for Those Who Move the WorldTM." Sound like a team you want to be a part of?
Come build your career with BAE Systems. In Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions, we provide next-generation threat detection and countermeasure solutions that lead to unparalleled electronic warfare capabilities for enhanced mission effectiveness and survivability.
The Survivability Mission Systems (SMS) Program Manager manages, coordinates, plans, organizes, controls, integrates, and executes elements of a large development program and/or other production/support projects/programs within the SMS portfolio.
These responsibilities go hand-in-hand with driving to achieve our financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectives. The successful candidate will lead by example, foster an inclusive and collaborative culture, and maintain our unwavering commitment to ethical behavior, safety and security.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Proven program management experience leading large programs and groups of employees and/or teams
- Outstanding customer relationship skills
- Experience executing programs using earned value management techniques and metrics
- Strong proposal management skills and experience
- Ability to collaborate with multi-functional teams across business areas
- Ability to negotiate at a high level with internal and external customers and partners, strong collaboration skills
- Problem Solving Ability: Requires advanced conceptual thinking in complex and/or completely new situations
- Time management and prioritization skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with experience presenting to senior leaders and customers
- Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring skills with the ability to achieve results through others
- Experience with Risk and Opportunity management process and tools
- Strong business acumen
- Must be able to obtain a secret clearance
- This role also includes supervisory responsibility of assigned program managers
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Experience managing complex subcontracts
MBA
Active Top Secret clearance
Deep understanding and experience leading programs as a program manager in all phases of the product life cycle (development, production, sustainment)
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 team-making 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.
Top Skills
Earned Value Management Techniques
Risk And Opportunity Management
BAE Systems, Inc. Redmond, Washington, USA Office
8510 154th Ave NE, Redmond, WA, United States, 98052
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