Program Manager III

Job Description

The Tactical Solutions Strategic Business Unit delivers mission system solutions, from specialized antennas to radio-frequency electronics, and electro-optical technologies, to the warfighter. Our systems enhance the performance of various military platforms, from aircraft and land vehicles to ships and satellites, and give warfighters the advantage they need to take action, identify targets and defend against evolving threats.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage dynamic and highly technical development and/or production programs with emphasis on design, fabrication, and test of tactical RF and EO/IR components, subsystems, and systems.
• 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.
• Provide sound leadership and team building to motivate, influence and effectively apply the program staff.
• Develop good internal/external communication systems. Communicate program status to Upper Management.
• Ensure that program requirements, purposes, objectives, and expectations are communicated and flowed-down to the internal team and subcontractors.
• Act as the main interface with the Customer and main BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems (SMS) representative on all program related subjects.
• Develop and monitor fidelity of the program baseline including definition of tasks, program budgets and program schedules.
• 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.
• Recognize, develop, and work to win potential follow-on work, increased scope, and additional programs within the appropriate program Customer contacts.
• 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.
• Identify and manage unique material, process, and supply chain issues related to the development of new technology hardware.
• Define, secure, organize and direct staff, resources, standards, processes, procedures and tools essential for the successful completion of a program.
• Resolve conflicts, demands and priorities on assigned programs.
• Manage and support proposals, as required.
• 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.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Short Term Incentive: Subject to business performance and recommendations of management, this role may be eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS/BA in related field plus 12 or more years 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.
• Demonstrate ability to work successfully with demanding customers, difficult schedules, and technically challenging projects.
• Experience utilizing standard program status tools is preferred. This includes experience with:
• 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.
• Technical Performance Metrics (TPM’s) including current progress of key technical performance parameters against requirements.
• Risk and opportunity management process as related to program plan.
• Change Control process to control, monitor and resolve internal and external changes related to Program plan.
• Ability to self-start and understand the big picture as well as technical, budget and schedule issues at the detail level.
• Comfortable and competent with MS Office computer tools including Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint and Office.
• Excellent communication skills.

#LI-SMOOT Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Degree in engineering, physics, business or project management preferred.
• Experience in design, fabrication, and test of new technologies and developmental hardware preferred.
• Experience in program and procurement management responsibilities for tactical hardware preferred.
• Experience with subcontract management and supplier oversight preferred.
• Proposal Management experience including familiarity with government requirements preferred.
• Familiar with general government contractual requirements preferred.
• Experienced with an ISO 9001 environment preferred.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $153377 - $260743

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 Space & Mission Systems 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.