Head of Programme Management

Job Description BAE Systems is hiring a Program Manager- Weapon Systems Program Execution to support the Combat Mission Systems (CMS) business. The Program Excellence team provides strategic and thought leadership to Project, Program, and Portfolio Management for the CMS business area with annual sales of approximately $3B and over 200 program managers. This role will support the Program Management capability for CMS and improve Program Management Processes, Training, Tools, and Measures. The role will report to the Director of Weapon Systems Program Execution.

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely (averaging 3 days onsite weekly).

Responsibilities Develop project control integrated cost and schedule processes and training for application of Integrated Program Management System (IPMS), including Earned Value Management (EVM) for Combat Mission Systems (CMS) programs

Collaborate with PM&C Director, BS&S Leadership and Surveillance Manager, and other program execution teams to ensure the IPMS supports both business organization and program execution objectives

Maintain performance excellence within the integrated systems and ensure the planning, architecture, processes, tools, testing, and continuous improvements promote current and future effectiveness

Collaborate and communicate with other program control and execution teams at all levels to evaluate key performance of current cost and schedule integration process and help facilitate change

Work with people in other business areas, such as earned value, accounting, purchasing, material management, program management, operations, etc.

Promote consistency across all programs within CMS, ensure existing and improved processes remain in compliance with EVMS System Description and DOD Earned Value Management System Interpretation Guide

Support internal and external project control surveillance activities, including working proactively with program teams to prepare/train teams, mock interviews, mitigating risk of discrepancy reports, developing corrective action plans, and driving program teams and the organization to closure on actions

Actively participate in Planning, Monitoring, and Control Change Control Board (CCB) Working Groups to elevate CMS project controls and ensure individual efforts drive improvements forward consistent with other initiatives

Maintain familiarity with industry practices, trends, and applications to enhance the organization's capabilities

Partner with the CMS program manager community to provide program management training and assist with program planning and execution

Review and analyze Program Management performance trends against industry benchmarks

Support cross-sector and BAE Systems, Inc. program management initiatives

Support CMS Program Management in Lifecycle Management

Support the Program Management function for internal/external audits

Required Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience

Experience in Program Management

Experience in Earned Value Management (EVMS)

Experience in Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB)

Experience in Performance Management, including monitoring and control (KPIs, Metrics, Dashboards, etc.)

Experience in Organizational Change Management

Experience in Knowledge Management

Experience in Training large groups/organizations

Ability to develop training materials for cross-functional groups and conduct training virtually and in-person classroom environment

Ability to execute strategic plans to achieve performance goals

Ability to be agile and manage changing expectations

Expertise in Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)

Expertise in Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB)

Expertise in Data Analytics and Reporting

Experience in Data Visualization, including Power BI

Experience in Training Content development and improvement

Experience in Change Management across different functions

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $120,874 - $205,486

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 Platforms & Services 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. The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair...just to name a few. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve.