BAE Systems, Inc. · 2 days ago
Senior Director III - Program Excellence
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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Responsibilities
Provide strategic oversight and leadership to the project management function, ensuring alignment with company goals and customer expectations
Direct the US Defense Master Planning function, ensuring integrated master planning and scheduling capabilities.
Lead a team responsible for developing, streamlining and maintaining project management guidelines, competency frameworks, and training programs
Drive lifecycle management (LCM) reviews and support project teams during critical phases such as proposal development, project initiation, and production transition
Champion sector initiatives including PM competency, earned value management and performance recovery
Lead the Project Management Leadership Team (PMLT), collaborating with senior executives and functional representatives to shape strategic improvements and build cross business area connections
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and digital transformation within project management organizations.
Collaborate with Business Winning teams to implement best practices in proposal management
Deliver executive-level briefings to internal stakeholders and external customers
Represent ES sector on Project Management Councils, as required
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 15 years of experience
Deep understanding of project management lifecycle across defense, commercial, and international contracts
Proficiency in DoD acquisition processes and environments
Proven track record of implementing continuous improvement and driving change
Experience in developing project management training and adult learning techniques
Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence and achieve results
Preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or equivalent
Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification
Familiarity with BAE Systems' product portfolio and technologies
Experience collaborating in matrixed organizational structures
Ability to manage and report financial metrics using Earned Value Management techniques
MBA degree and/or advanced certifications in project management or related fields
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health savings accounts
401(k) savings plan
Disability coverage
Life and accident insurance
Employee assistance program
Legal plan
Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Paid military leave
Paid bereavement leave
Paid federal and state sick leave
Company recognition program
Company
BAE Systems, Inc.
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