Mgr III- Programs

Job Description

BAE Systems is hiring a Program Manager to support the Combat Systems Development (CSD) group to lead the assessment of the Precision Guided Munitions (PGM) program and/or additional CSD programs. As the Program Manager, you are directly responsible for successful completion of the PGM program and working with the Customer towards transition to the US Government. As the Program Manager, you will lead proposals in support of future CSD efforts. Develop proposals and program plans that address the life cycle of products from capture through execution and transition of technology to production, and post-production support. The Program Manager is the primary point of contact for all functions, and manages stakeholder communications with cross-functional teams, customers, and BAE Systems management on programmatic issues. This role will provide a competitive advantage to the company by managing the program's defined scope on schedule, within budget, and at the expected level of quality.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of program Monitoring and Control including profit, sales, orders, inventory, cash flow, and working capital for multiple work directives and contracts simultaneously.
• Monitor and Control program cost, schedule, and technical execution using earned value management (EVM) and other best practices.
• Effectively manage key relationships and balance needs of the USG customer and the business.
• Maintain compliance with FAR, DCMA procedures, and other GOV acquisition policies.
• Provide program leadership in Program Execution, anticipate and resolve problems, and ensure inter-group cooperation meets all program obligations and objectives.
• Interface with customers on all program issues including marketing, cost, schedule, technical, and contractual status.
• Lead Risk and Opportunity (R&O) management activities.
• Manage the Supply Chain and exercise control over the purchasing/procurement of goods and services, interfacing with vendors when applicable.
• Lead the program planning, capture, and execution of follow on work directive efforts.
• Develop and execute a program execution plan, including stakeholder analysis, establishing internal/external program plans, marketing strategies, budgets, schedules, and resources necessary to achieve program goals.
• Directly coordinate with production to ensure a seamless transition plan has been planned and followed through to Production RFP execution.
• Lead BAE Systems' Lifecycle Management (LCM) implementation.
• Ensure LCM mandates are implemented for the program and program documentation is of acceptable quality and completeness.
• Understand the program financial position and lead the program response during Contract Status Reviews.
• Actively promote a culture of safety, health, and personal wellbeing for self, employees, and the program team.
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure compliance with safety and environmental objectives and policies.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to ethics, export control, proprietary information, document/record retention, public communication, etc.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor's Degree and 12 years of work experience or equivalent experience
• Experience in Program/Project Management
• Experience in Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Experience in People Management/Leadership
• Experience in Customer Interfacing and Relationship Management
• Ability to manage, coordinate, plan, organize, control, integrate, and execute programs/projects
• Ability to lead Risk and Opportunity (R&O) management activities to include identification and development of risk mitigation plans, scope management, program/project plans specifying goals, staffing, scheduling, identification of risks, contingency plans, and allocation of available resources
• Ability to lead, manage, and influence stakeholders
• Ability to foster an inclusive workplace in which all individuals thrive and perform at their best
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to work across functional boundaries
• Strong business acumen enabling achievement of financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectives
• Analytical thought and skills with the ability to resolve issues in a variety of complex situations, without supervision
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate with senior level leaders, customers, and suppliers

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.

Preferred Skills and Education

• MBA or Master's Degree
• PMP Certification
• Experience in leading complex programs for tracked combat vehicles
• Knowledge of Army operations
• Understanding requirements development process
• Broad knowledge of Engineering, Finance, Logistics, and General Management