Program Manager - Controls and Avionics Solutions

Role Description

This position is based in Endicott, New York. However, working from a remote location may be an option for highly experienced candidates that have a strong track record of success in the leadership of complex development programs.

In Controls & Avionics Solutions, you will have the opportunity to help define and develop the next generation of avionics for military platforms:

• Fly-by-wire flight controls
• Manned unmanned teaming technologies
• Mission payloads
• Autonomous controls

We are the leader in high integrity controls solutions providing stick to surface flight control solutions for the enduring fleet and new platforms. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life.

This position has the responsibility for the leadership and management oversight of a project team assuring that project’s financials, schedule, and technical objectives are met and that the highest level of customer satisfaction is achieved while meeting all contractual commitments.

The candidate must be able to work effectively and collaboratively with Engineering, Operations, and all Program Office functional leadership to assure deliveries continue to exceed customer commitments and achievement of financial commitments to the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering or manufacturing management, or other discipline
• Minimum 8 years of demonstrated success leading execution of complex electronics production programs
• Demonstrated ability for building strong customer/stakeholder relationships
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions
• Highly adaptable with strong initiative
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of the global aviation market and regulatory requirements and/or military aviation market

Requirements

• Master's Degree in manufacturing, management, engineering or related disciplines (preferred)
• 15 years of demonstrated experience leading a portfolio of production programs across one or more program platforms in a high tempo, defense aerospace electronics assembly environment (preferred)
• Program Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred)
• Defense contract proposal preparation experience at values >$2M each (preferred)
• Proven track record of favorable negotiation outcomes and successful program delivery at values >$5M each (preferred)

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings accounts
• 401(k) savings plan
• Disability coverage
• Life and accident insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Legal plan
• Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal and state sick leave
• Company recognition program for monetary or non-monetary awards

Company Description

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.

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.