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BAE Systems Program Manager - Precision Guided Munitions in Stafford, Virginia

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 Education, Experience, & Skills

  • 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

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • 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

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.

Program Manager - Precision Guided Munitions

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