Job Description

Job Description

BAE Systems is hiring a Program Manager II to support the Artillery group and lead a portion of the M109A7/M992A3 Paladin FMS program. As a Program Manager for Paladin FMS, you are directly responsible for profit and loss for an element of the complex program involving the support through sustainment of M109A7 and M992A3. 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. 

• The role can be based out of York, PA or Anniston, AL.
• This is a hybrid position where you will work three days onsite weekly, on average.
• The schedule is 9/80 where you will have every other Friday off.
• There is a travel requirement of 25%, including one international trip annually, on average.

Responsibilities:

• Lead proposals in support of future artillery efforts
• Develop proposals and program plans that address the lifecycle of products from capture through execution and transition of technology to production, and post-production support
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all functions
• Manage stakeholder communications with cross-functional teams, customers, and BAE Systems management on programmatic issues
• Manage the defined scope on schedule, within budget, and at the expected level of quality
• Manage program execution to predictably achieve cost/profitability, schedule, and technical performance objectives
• Meet financial commitments for orders, sales, profit, and cash flow
• Prepare and present program management reviews (PMRs) with information tailored to the appropriate level
• Establish program direction for the matrixed team
• Monitor and control activities on current contracts including disciplined, effective change management
• Implement appropriate actions to resolve issues, manage risks, and realize opportunities
• Primary point of contact for providing clear, accurate, and timely communication to customers

Required Skills and Education

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
• Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of work experience or equivalent experience
• Experience in Program/Project Management
• Experience in Defense programs
• Experience in Manufacturing/Production programs
• Experience in PLM, including ability to support Engineering, Testing, Transition to Production, System Technical Support, Sustainment
• 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 and mature PM capabilities
• 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

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Preferred Skills and Education

• Active Secret Clearance
• MBA or Master’s Degree
• PMP or Professional Certification
• Experience in leading complex programs for tracked combat vehicles
• Experience in International/FMS/DCS programs
• Knowledge of ITAR and Export Controls
• Broad knowledge of Engineering, Finance, Logistics, and General Management
• Understanding of requirements development process

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 10 years work experience or equivalent experience