Program Manager

Program Manager III (PM)BAE Systems is hiring a Program Manager III (PM) to lead a Precision Guided Munitions (PGM) program in Maple Grove/Minneapolis, MN. The PGM Directorate is part of the Combat Mission Systems (CMS) business and is responsible for developing and producing the hypervelocity projectile. The Program Manager will be responsible for managing and delivering scope on our Basecamp program to build an HVP Pre-Production Capability. As the Program Manager, you are directly responsible for successful completion of the Basecamp program and working with the Customer towards transition to the US Government. The role reports directly to the Program Director Air & Missile Defense.As the Program Manager, you will lead proposals in support of future PGM efforts. Develop proposals and program plans that address the life cycle of products from capture through execution and transition of technology to production, and post-production support. The Program Manager is the primary point of contact for all functions, and manages stakeholder communications with cross-functional teams, customers, and BAE Systems management on programmatic issues. This role will 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 successful candidate will utilize their significant experience managing similar complex and high dollar value development programs. Additionally, they will demonstrate leadership working closely with Contracts, Finance, Supply Chain, Legal, Operations, and Engineering in high priority programs. The Basecamp PM will ensure achievement of financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectives, and support other PGM Directorate initiatives, such as development of strategic and financial plans for the Directorate.The Program Manager is accountable for the following:Managing scope to achieve cost/profitability, schedule, and technical performance objectivesPerforming as the Control Account Manager (CAM)Establishing program direction for the matrixed team delivering the scope (engineering, field service, operations including supply chain and manufacturing, and/or others)Establishing and managing subcontractorsProactively planning for activities on current and future contractsMonitoring and controlling activities on current contracts including disciplined, effective change managementActively and effectively managing risks and opportunitiesIndirectly managing, leading, and developing program team members across several functionsMaking timely decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and proceduresContinuously improving program performance including capturing, evaluating, and sharing best practicesMeeting financial commitments for orders, sales, profit, and cash flowResponsibilities and day-to-day activities within this role include the following:Negotiate and manage customer expectationsLead program capture including proposal development, Bid Status Reviews (BSR), and Request for Bid Approval (RBA); engage BD in all pursuit activities; and lead fact-finding and contract negotiations with the customerLead program start-up, organization, planning, authorization of work, program management, and change management of program according to BAE Systems life cycle management (LCM) processes to include:Governance including program cadence and metrics; rolling action item list; design to cost/price to win; IRAD/NBE/capital planning; should cost and affordability analyses; integrated program team (IPT) and control account manager (CAM) leadership; integrated master schedule (IMS) management and linkage to trackers; and earned value management (EVM)Formal program reviews, including the System Requirements Review (SRR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), and Test Readiness Review (TRR)SDRL, CDRL, and SOW validation and burn down; compliance and traceability to contract; and contract requirements flow down to suppliersRisk and opportunity management, contingency management, program change control, and configuration managementEarned Value Management (EVM)Technology Readiness (TRL) and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) maturationDevelop comprehensive program/project plan from the statement of work (SOW), contract, and internal and external requirementsDevelop product breakdowns (PBS), organizational breakdowns (OBS), and work breakdown structures (WBS)In concert with project schedulers, IPT members, and functional leads, oversee IMS development including baseline budget and timeline detailed tasks using SOW, WBS, OBS, and PBSEnsure program/project risks are identified and proactively managed by developing the risk management plan, leading initial risk identification and mitigation planning, and ensuring team is properly trained in risk management and participating in monthly risk reviewsIdentify direct and indirect threats and opportunities, and implement actions to mitigate threats and capture opportunitiesResponsible for completion of deliverables and on-time deliveryAssess and identify quality, design, materials, facilities, and workforce requirements required to reduce manufacturing riskLead make/buy and make/where strategies to support programsSupport development of long-term supplier strategy, multi-year strategic plan for the business area, and BAE Systems PGM strategy, identifying and developing new business opportunitiesRepresent the company at appropriate customer or sponsor meetingsProactively keep upper management informed regarding program status and any technical, cost, schedule, or administrative problems within assigned programsEstablish, maintain, and promote effective customer relationships; coordinate work tasks with customer representatives and ensure customers are informed on status and progress of assigned programsCoordinate program reviews and direct the preparation of status and progress reportsRegularly evaluate performance of assigned program tasks in terms of quality, cost control, and achievement of technical, schedule, performance, and contractual objectivesFacilitate effective and clear communication of program status, issues, and successes to all internal and external stakeholdersIdentify and assess performance gaps to customer expectations or program objectives, initiate improvement plans to close the gaps, and utilize metrics to verify performance to planFacilitate and attend supplier/subcontractor meetings and/or visitsRequired Education, Experience, & Skills:US Citizen with an Active Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtainBachelor's degree in a technical discipline or business management and 12 years of related experience or equivalent experienceExperience in Program/Project ManagementExperience in relevant Development Program Management or managing the startup of similarly complex, high dollar value, strategic programs for the Department of War (DoW)Experience leading complex Engineering Programs, Matrixed Teams, Program Lifecycle Reviews, and Financial reporting and analysisExperience leading Program 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 resourcesKnowledge of Manufacturing/Production, Operational Excellence (OE), reducing AUPC through early implementation of DTUPC best practicesKnowledge of competitive Proposal Development, Capture Management, and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) within Firm Fixed Price EnvironmentKnowledge of Scope Management and Cost Estimating including estimate to complete/estimate at completion (ETC/EAC) processesKnowledge of Program/Project Management methodologies, toolsets, process, and governanceAbility to effectively manage program complexities and structuring activities in times of ambiguityAbility to manage and influence with internal and external stakeholdersAbility to operate independently and proactivelyAbility to foster an inclusive workplace in which all individuals thrive and perform at their bestCustomer focus and relationship building skillsDemonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to work across functional boundariesStrong business acumen enabling achievement of financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectivesAnalytical thought and skills with the ability to resolve issues in a variety of complex situations, without supervisionExcellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate with senior level leaders, customers, and suppliersPreferred Education, Experience, & Skills:Active Secret Security ClearanceGraduate DegreePMP Certification or similarExperience in Aerospace & Defense Engineering DevelopmentExperience in Lifecycle Management (LCM)Experience in Oracle or ERPPay Information:Full-Time Salary Range: $153377 - $260743Please note: This range is based on our market pay