Program Mgr II

Job Description

BAE Systems Projects, Programs, and Portfolio Office is hiring a Program Manager to support our Combat Mission Systems (CMS). In this role, the PM will be responsible for maintenance of the Business Management Systems Documentation for all Project Management activities. This will include refinement and development of tools, templates, processes, and procedures used for project proposals and execution. The PM will provide attention to detail in their work while maintaining a focus on driving project efficiency and value.

• This can be a remote role where you are based out of York, PA; Sterling Heights, MI; Minneapolis, MN; or Louisville, KY. Open to other CMS, P&S, or other locations throughout the US.
• This role may require 10% travel annually.

Responsibilities:

• Lead maintenance of the Business Management Systems Documentation for all Project Management activities
• Lead process development, change, and improvements for Project Management to support Department of Defense funded contracts
• Lead development and enhancement of tools, templates, processes, and procedures used for project proposals and execution
• Lead cross-functional teams through working groups for document updates and reviews
• Support project planning, execution, monitoring, and controlling processes
• Prepare project execution plans and identify technical and business resource needs
• Initiate, prioritize, and coordinate multiple projects/tasks simultaneously
• Report project status and budgets, manage schedules, and prepare status reports
• Represent technical and programmatic status to internal and external leadership
• Participate in PM BREW sessions to enhance community understanding of the changes
• Support special projects as necessary

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of work experience or equivalent experience
• Experience in Process Development/Change
• Experience in Program/Project Management of complex programs or portfolios
• Experience in Team Leadership
• Knowledge in process development for Project Management for Department of Defense funded contracts
• Knowledge in the development of process maps
• Ability to lead teams of diverse functions that do not directly report to the individual
• Ability to initiate, prioritize, and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to develop instruction sets for professionals
• Ability to operate independently and proactively
• Strong technical writing skills
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Strong cross-functional team leadership skills
• Strong verbal and written skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting

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.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

Preferred Skills and Education

• Master's Degree in Project Management, Business Management, or other management related filed
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience as a Control Account Manager or Work Package Manager
• Experience with project planning, execution, monitoring, and controlling processes
• Ability to prepare project execution plans and identify technical and business resource needs
• Ability to report project status and budgets, manage schedules and prepare status reports
• Ability to represent technical and programmatic status to internal and external leadership

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