Head of Programme Management

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a strategic, growth-oriented Program Manager to lead complex USAF sustainment projects. The Program Manager will interface with internal experts in Contracts, Subcontracts, Finance, and Purchasing, while engaging directly with government customers and aerospace primes to ensure that financial, schedule, and technical objectives are met through a framework of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Program Governance & Execution: Accountable for all aspects of assigned program execution, including cost, schedule, technical performance, quality, and inventory management. Establish a management framework that ensures high-priority objectives are met while promoting efficiencies in readiness and sustainment.
Define program objectives and strategies aligned with customer requirements and BAE Systems' Integrated Business Plan (IBP). Customer Engagement & Influence: Act as the primary focal point between BAE Systems and customer program offices, suppliers, and key stakeholders. Develop robust business cases for new product development and lead the submission of competitive, innovative proposals that expand the customer base and align with strategic growth targets.
Operational Management: Manage program scope, budget, and critical path scheduling. Oversee the timely start and completion of tasks—specifically prototype fabrication, testing, and qualification—ensuring that technical investments are financially sound and execution is rigorous.
Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business field.
Experience: 10+ years of demonstrated experience leading diverse, multi-discipline project teams in a high-tempo environment.
Project Management: Proven expertise in program management processes, including program planning, risk and opportunity management, and Earned Value Management (EVM).
Experience with DoD contract execution, specifically within IDIQ/Task Order environments.
Experience with technical product sustainment (hardware, software, and systems) and reverse engineering/prototyping to resolve sustainment issues.
Tools: Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, specifically high-level experience with Excel and MS Project.
Active Secret security clearance is required.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Financial Systems: Process Improvement: Lean Six-Sigma or general process improvement experience.
Quality Standards: Understanding of AS9145 quality management processes.
Customer Experience: Prior experience working with government customers such as AFSC and PAE Electronic Systems.

Full-Time Salary Range: $136000 - $231200
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; 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. About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security 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. Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.