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BAE Systems Naval Special Warfare Project Manager in Chesapeake, Virginia

Job Description

We are seeking a Project Manager who embraces challenges and is a motivated self-starter. This position will be an integral part of a diverse team of professionals and subject matter experts fulfilling challenging technical requirements for the Naval Special Warfare (NSW) customers. The NSW Project Manager position will support both urgent short duration projects and longer-term requirements. These project team activities will include system design, procurement, fabrication, integration, testing and evaluation, installation, and fielding support for the C5ISR platforms.

The following duties are typical of the position:

  1. Defines the objectives and strategies for the programs and underlying projects with alignment to customer and contractual requirements.

  2. Facilitates the timely planning of the program consistent with program/project requirements and objectives.

  3. Conducts regular program and project reviews with senior leadership and customers to monitor performance and quality standards.

  4. Leads project teams to include engineering, finance, project analysts, contracts, subcontracts, and production.

  5. Interacts with business unit departments to plan and identify workforce requirements and coordinate scheduling.

  6. Develops program and project plans to include Work Breakdown Structures, Statements of Work, Cost Estimates, Schedules, Risk Registers, Master Equipment Lists / Bill of Materials, and other project artifacts as required.

  7. Manages programs / projects from the initial planning phase through program/project completion.

  8. Interfaces and coordinates with customers, sponsors, and end users to provide the necessary program status and obtain customer feedback.

  9. Monitors program / projects to ensure work scope, schedule, and budget are well defined and maintained.

  10. Directs the work activities of assigned subordinate employees. Conducts performance appraisals, schedules resource availability and assignments, and develops career developments plans for subordinate employees.

  11. Ensures projects are executed within safety, export, and security standards.

  12. Resolves and communicates program / project issues as appropriate.

This position is located in Chesapeake, VA. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to Chesapeake, VA or surrounding areas.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's Degree in Program Management, Business-related, or Engineering field of study

3-8 years of Project Management experience with C5ISR platforms, systems, and subsystems

Advanced problem solving and organizational skills

Ability to demonstrate professionalism, effective communication, leadership, and advanced problem-solving skills

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and written at all levels within the company and within the customer community.

Ability to initiate, prioritize, and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Familiarity with military and DoD customer organizations

Familiarity or experience with tactical military communications systems

Familiarity of Naval Special Warfare (NSW) and experience with Audio Video (AV) and Video Teleconferencing (VTC) Systems

Technical Project management experience

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $83900 - $142600

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.

Naval Special Warfare Project Manager

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