International Program Manager

Job Description
BAE Systems is hiring a Program Manager to be part of the Sustainment and International team supporting our Combat Mission Systems (CMS) business.
You will proactively lead and support a cross-functional team, including close collaboration with international partners.
You will manage moderate to complex programs/projects involving the program development, production, and technical support to combat vehicles.
You will execute program management including, planning, monitoring, and actively managing risks and opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Manages the implementation of BAE Systems’ Lifecycle Management (LCM) processes
• Contributes to strategies for proposal preparation, negotiations, and pricing decisions
• Collaborates with functional management to resolve issues that potentially impact efforts (scheduling and cost conflicts, contractual requirements, etc.)
• Understands the program financial position including managing and reporting the financial inputs/results
• Leads Risk and Opportunity management activities
• Ensures internal and external stakeholder collaboration meet program obligations and objectives
• Manages cost accounts and supports all aspects of cost, schedule, performance, and customer satisfaction
• Interfaces with customers on program issues and presents status to internal and external stakeholders
• Ensures completeness and quality of program documentation
• Complies with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to ethics, export control, proprietary information, document/record retention, public communication, etc.
• Promotes a safe work environment and ensures compliance with safety and environmental objectives and policies

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent education/experience
• Ability to travel up to 50%, including international
• Experience in Program/Project Management
• Experience in Manufacturing/Production or Logistics Management
• Experience in Defense After Market Support, Engineering, Field Service, Maintenance, Sustainability, Overhaul, Spare Parts, or similar
• Knowledge of scheduling development and analysis, cost management and forecasting, EAC development and monitoring and risk & opportunity management
• Ability to rapidly determine root cause and implement solutions to address
• Ability to effectively communicate with diverse, international teams
• Ability to effectively work cross-culturally
• Ability to effectively represent the Company / Program(s)
• Ability to develop reports and briefing presentations
• Ability to deliver to internal/external leaders including executive leadership in the US Government, foreign countries, and the company
• Sound interpersonal skills for managing, coordinating, and interfacing with personnel, suppliers, and customers (both U.S. and international)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master’s Degree
• PMP Certification
• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Experience in Foreign Military Sales

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118504 - $201457

Please note: 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; a 401(k) savings plan; 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. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


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. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

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. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Salary : $118,504 - $201,457