F35 - Program Manager I

Job Description See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics –from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too.

Join a dynamic team that provides mission critical electronic warfare solutions across a vibrant, growing portfolio of opportunities in BAE’s Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) business area, part of one of the leading aerospace and defense companies. ECS’s F-35 Product Line has an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager I to join the team.

The individual selected for this role will work closely with the functional leads to support the execution of programs for customers. This is a result-oriented position and it requires a disciplined process management skillset, strong technical acumen, and experience driving cross-organizational issues and projects to resolution. The Program Manager will provide the overall leadership to personnel on the program. The successful candidate will use the full breadth of company resources to solve our customers’ challenges and provide the Warfighter a mission-critical advantage.

This position will report directly in to the F-35 Development group within the F-35 Solutions Product Line. This role will be based in Totowa NJ or Manchester NH.

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status

In this job, you will:

• Take responsibility for management and execution of a contract.
• Prepare and/or review project execution plans and other documentation.
• Be intimately involved in budget/financial planning and reporting.
• Report status to product line and senior leadership.
• Develop customer relationships with regular communication.
• Drive program/contract success by delivering on our commitments in accordance with the expected behaviors, processes and guidance
• Actively promote a culture of inclusivity, safety, health, and personal well-being for the program team.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Demonstrated experience leading and inspiring dynamic teams in a high tempo environment
• Successful, proven past performance in leading and managing multi-discipline programs
• Experience in managing complex development projects and/or Integrated Product Teams
• Expertise Managing Life Cycle Management Programs
• Very strong presentation and organizational skills
• Highly adaptable with a high degree of initiative
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in electronic warfare technologies
• 8 years work experience or equivalent experience

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Secret Clearance with Investigation within 5 Years
• Program Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Master in Engineering and/or Business Administration
• Detailed knowledge of the aerospace market
• Top Secret Clearance
• Bachelor's Degree and 10 years work experience or equivalent experience

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $145049 - $246584

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.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

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.