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Project Coordinator

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
Rapids, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/2/2026

Job Description
Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.

You don’t see it, but it’s there. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The WorldTM.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems

In Precision Strike & Sensing Solutions, we design and manufacture state-of-the-art systems and technology that enable our customers to execute their precision strike missions.

Join our dynamic team as a Project Coordinator, where you’ll play a vital role in enabling our engineers and programs to succeed. As a highly organized and tech-savvy professional, you’ll provide a wide variety of administrative, documentation, and process support to multiple engineering teams, ensuring seamless project execution. Assignments typically include non-technical documentation support, parts ordering, general inquiry and problem solving, application/tool support, and coordination of program tasks. If you’re a motivated and detail-oriented professional with a passion for supporting high functioning and fast paced teams, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Edit and format engineering documentation. Interfaces with technicians, engineers and engineering managers to create/edit documentation. Verifies change requests are in the proper state and implemented into documentation.
  • Provides tools expertise and support to Engineering: MS Office Apps, requirements capture databases, change management and tracking tools. Generates reports as required.
  • Supports preparation of presentations.
  • Assists in the collection of metrics and prepares presentation materials for analysis.
  • Assists the Project Engineers with various project management tasks as required.
  • Assists in tracking action items, risk management tools, and tasks in the change management tools.
  • Supports the Bid & Proposal process, assisting in bid narratives and bid reviews.
  • Administer the engineering change management process, including facilitating stakeholder reviews
  • Assists in managing classified laboratory needs, including secure data transfers
  • Acts as primary focal and liaison for program support, across engineering and other departments
  • Networks with both internal and external personnel at multiple levels in own area of expertise.
  • Generally works on moderately difficult assignments which are given in terms of objectives to be accomplished and priorities to be followed. Requires judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations.
  • Ordering and kitting of parts
  • Coordinating builds with various labs and operations
  • Tracking hardware assets


Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years work experience
  • Candidate must be a U.S. citizen
  • Candidate must be able to obtain a DoW Secret security clearance
  • Proficient in MS Office products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio)
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills
  • Excellent organizational and problem solving skills


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Technical document writing
  • Enviroment lab experience
  • Detail oriented with ability to prioritize tasks
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Proven ability to work independently to support multiple teams and tasks
  • Ability to retain information quickly
  • Self-starter
  • Experience with customer service or support

Tool Experience Desired but Not Required:

  • Atlassian
  • Oracle
  • DOORS
  • Subversion


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $60016 - $96026

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, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. 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. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. 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. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

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.

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