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BAE Systems, Inc. · 2 days ago

Program Manager II - Phased Array and RF Technologies

Westminster, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$147K/yr - $249K/yr

10+ years exp

BAE Systems, Inc. is a leading defense and aerospace company delivering a full range of products and services for military platforms. The Program Manager II will be responsible for overall program leadership, ensuring successful execution of programs in accordance with contractual requirements and financial commitments while maintaining strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.

Defense & Space

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Responsible for overall program leadership, direction and guidance that ensures successful program execution in accordance with the budget, schedule, contract, Statement of Work (SOW) and technical specifications

Focal point for establishing program execution goals and strategy in a fast paced and often dynamic environment. Create the vision that energizes and enables the team to win and deliver new technologies to market

Act as the main interface with the Customer and BAE Systems stakeholders on all program related subjects

Lead technical, manufacturing, and subcontracts staff in execution of the contract

Responsible for the program’s major metrics – sales, bookings, profit, and the customer relationship

Review and evaluate the program status on a continuing basis and work unplanned program issues to a best solution, including development of plans-forward, escalation and increased resources, as required

Work closely with Strategic Business Unit (SBU) management to communicate program progress and resolve issues and concerns

Work with Strategic Capabilities Unit (SCU) management to ensure the program is staffed with appropriate skill levels and that work is being accomplished according to plan

Ensure that all business is conducted using the highest ethical standards and in compliance with all applicable laws, statutes, and regulations

Identify and ensure required compliance with the government and company regulation, policies/procedures and guidelines; negotiate acceptance / approval of all program plans with internal interfaces and the customer

Coordinate the shared use of capital assets and company facilities with other programs

Ensure that program requirements, purposes, objectives, and expectations are communicated and flowed down to the internal team and subcontractors

Develop and monitor fidelity of the program baseline including definition of tasks, program budgets and program schedules

Employ proactive risk & opportunity management processes and practices to mitigate or capture potential program issues and improvements

Employ Earned Value (EV) and Earned Value Management (EVM) processes and practices including variance reporting

Lead in the development of program add-on/follow-on activities including capture planning, program execution strategies, definition of assumptions and ground rules, and developing executable program plans

Participate in proposal preparation activities in support of new business capture opportunities with existing and/or new customers and programs

Lead technical, contracts, and subcontracts staff in monitoring performance of subcontractors performing on the contract

Direct the work of program leads and other designated staff supporting contract execution, delegate critical functions, as required

Provide leadership to the program team, balancing the needs of the program with individual expectations. Be an advocate for career development of members of the program team

Create a motivational environment where team members understand the mission, are fully engaged and empowered to execute, and are recognized for their performance

Resolve conflicts, demands and priorities on assigned programs

Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule

Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment

Perform other duties as necessary

Qualification

Program ManagementEarned Value ManagementProcurement ManagementRisk ManagementChange Control ProcessTechnical Project ManagementISO 9001 FamiliarityCustomer RelationsCommunication SkillsPresentation Skills

Required

BS/BA in related field plus 10 years or more related experience

Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education

A current, active Secret security clearance is required as well as ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret

Experience in program and procurement management responsibilities for tactical hardware

Demonstrate ability to work successfully with demanding customers, difficult schedules, and technically challenging projects

Ability to utilize standard program status tools including: Earned Value (EV) and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) including variance reporting

Program performance reporting status including program highlights, Cost Performance Index (CPI), Schedule Performance Index (SPI), schedule progress, technical status and Customer Relations

Understanding of the risk and opportunity management process as related to program plan

Understanding of Change Control process to control, monitor and resolve internal and external changes related to Program plan

Excellent communication skills

Excellent presentation development and delivery skills