Job Description

Job Description

BAE Systems has an exciting opportunity for  an experienced and skilled Senior Technical Program Manager (STPM) to lead, manage and coordinate multiple facets of operational programs & opportunities within the Mission Solutions Business Unit portfolio, with specific focus on US Navy’s Ship Integration and Foreign Military Sales activities. The STPM leaders will oversee a global workforce with ship sustainment, systems integration, supply chain risks and test requirements to our US and international customers.

The role involves program execution spanning the management of cost accounts, material budgets, labor scope, and compliance across multiple Mission Solutions programs. The successful candidate for this position will oversee complex tasks, lead senior cross functional teams internal and external to the Mission Solutions Business Unit, manage workflow and staff, identify and spearhead new and organic business growth activities, and develop solutions to mitigate risk at all levels of the Programs.

Travel up to 25%, as required.

Additionally, the candidate will be part of a BAE Mission Solutions senior management team and be required to present program status and solicit for actions and approvals from the Mission Solutions Director and/or designate, for any assessed business operations decisions.  This includes actions across daily business operations, recommendations for improved efficiency, and organizational resources for the execution of talent acquisition onboarding and termination processes across the resident staff.
 

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, scientific, business, or technical discipline and a minimum of 10 years of related work experience

Demonstrated Experience with the following:

• Global Operational intelligence with the ability to adapt leadership style to cultural norms, International Logistics and supply chain technical depth, and a comprehensive understanding of International Regulatory & Compliance matters.
• Technical Acumen: Lead and mentor teams of senior ship system integrators
• Complex Contractual Acumen in the areas of multi-jurisdictional contract management, currency and fiscal risk management, and international supplier governance.
• Strategic Soft skills to build International Naval relationships with the ability to manage conflict on a global scale.
• Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel, customers and suppliers with a minimum of 10 years supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, evaluate, develop and implement processes and systems within budget and adhere to time requirements and schedule, determine risk and meet with Technical Task Leaders and Subcontractor Assistant PMs to execute program.
• Proven ability to decompose and resolve complex and difficult problems across a broad range of interrelated domains.
• Proven track record of contributing  business winning pursuits and proposals.

*Security clearance requirement: Must have a current DoD Secret clearance, or higher.*

Preferred Skills and Education

​​​​​​​Education:

• Master’s degree in engineering (Marine, Systems, or Electrical) or Project Management from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Naval Program Management, specifically overseeing ship sustainment, FMS transfers, or industrial ship repair.

Certifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification; DAU certifications in Program Management or Financial Management are highly desirable.

About BAE Systems, Inc.

BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.