Head of Technical Programme Management

BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems (SMS) is looking for an experienced technical manager to join the Military Space TDO team. The role requires technical leadership and decision-making skills to guide fieldable implementation architectures that balance schedule, cost and technical priorities. The Military Space Strategic Business Unit delivers innovative space systems that drive mission success and provide resilient and persistent mission-level solutions to deter threats and counter emerging capabilities for the Department of War.
Provide technical leadership and direction regarding implementation architectures for segments, elements, sub-systems and components, and capability development needed to ensure we continue to remain competitive and can respond to Military Space business needs.
Support capture managers with technical leadership for Military Space and cross-Aerospace & Mission Systems (AMS) pursuits, proposals and studies across various phases, which may include tasks such as: Identifying fieldable capabilities on various horizon timelines, working with an interdisciplinary team and customer interfacing to include briefings.
Provide technical leadership for IRAD/CRAD hardware and software developments to include through on-orbit demonstration(s)
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. 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.
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.
BS/BA in related field plus 12 years or more related experience.
A current, active TS/SCI security clearance is required with ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI Polygraph.
Experience with program execution and customer relations
Experience with delivering flight systems, hardware and/or software
Experience with government customers and architectural implementations of segments, elements, sub-systems and components
Excellent communication skills are essential, including the ability to understand the customers needs and provide clear communication of proposed solutions to both management and the customer.
#BS degree in Engineering or a related technical field.

Full-Time Salary Range: $153377 - $260743
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. BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. 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. 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.