Program Manager I

Job Description
Join a dynamic team that provides mission critical electronic warfare solutions across a vibrant, growing portfolio of opportunities in BAE’s Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) business area, part of one of the leading aerospace and defense companies. ECS’ Advanced EW Solutions (AEWS) product line has an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager I to join the team. The Product Line is well positioned for growth in the coming years and is looking for a dynamic individual to join us. The program manager will have the opportunity to lead assigned contracts. These contracts can involve capture, sustainment, engineering and manufacturing development (EMD), and production activities. Cross-functional relationship building through multiple life cycle phases is also a key component to the success of this role.

All work will be based in the Canal Street facility in Nashua, NH. Although there is a potential for limited remote work when on-site presence is not required, most of this role is on-site as it supports a classified portfolio. A key requirement of this role is the applicant’s ability to obtain an initial secret clearance with a top-secret clearance as the final goal.

We put our customers first as exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems and help us chart the course for the next generation of full spectrum electronic warfare.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Provide proactive project management for assigned program activities, ensuring program commitments are met, including the financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectives.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Assist with managing customer and supplier relationships to maintain a win-win of program execution and future business and maintain a high level of customer engagement and satisfaction.
• Participate in the support of new business and in the development of financial plans for the company as needed.
• Measure and regularly report out on program results, including senior leadership.
• Lead through inspiration and encouragement and foster a culture of innovative problem solving, performance excellence, and continuous improvement on the program team to deliver affordable, effective, and dependable outcomes.
• Demonstrate a leading role in promoting adherence to the company’s ethical standards and business practices; ensure compliance with the BAE Systems Operational Assurance Framework and all other policies and requirements; provide for good stewardship of the assets of the business.
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure compliance with safety and security objectives and policies.
• Typically, a bachelor’s degree in technical or business-related discipline and a minimum of 8 years of experience in program management and/or with functional activities related to the program lifecycle, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience integrating scope, schedule, and budget for the successful execution of program objectives. Ability to develop and execute a program schedule and track status against that schedule.
• Demonstrated success with risk and opportunity management, defense contract types, and partnering with Finance to apply Earned Value Management techniques.
• Highly developed collaboration and leadership skills with demonstrated success partnering with cross-functional colleagues.
• Capable of working independently and within team(s) to solve problems.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment that requires a high degree of initiative, adaptability, and closure orientation.
• Demonstrated professionalism and excellent written and interpersonal communication skills to interface and negotiate with and present to a variety of stakeholders including coworkers, leadership, customers, and suppliers.
• Knowledge of Government contracting, current acquisition trends and customer / competitor behaviors is a positive.
• Proficiency with business tools such as Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Program Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Defense industry experience.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035

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 Electronic Systems
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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Salary : $132,962 - $226,035