Tactical Data Link Program Engineering Manager II

Job Description
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.

You don’t see it, but it’s there. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics. 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.

Join a team at the forefront of providing solutions and/ or product for our national defense who live the slogan of “We protect those who protect us ®”! We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Program Engineering Manager (PEM) II to lead the engineering execution of critical Tactical Data Link (TDL) programs within our Adaptive Communications & Sensing (AC&S) product line. Based in Wayne, NJ, you will play a pivotal role in delivering innovative solutions that empower our customers and safeguard our nation.

As PEM, you own the technical success of your programs, driving cross-functional teams to deliver solutions on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You’ll be a key technical leader, bridging the gap between engineering, program management, and executive leadership. Your expertise will be instrumental in shaping the technical vision, proactively mitigating risks, and ensuring the delivery of cutting-edge capabilities. We are looking for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes extreme ownership of their projects.

What You'll Do:

• Lead & Mentor: Build, develop, and inspire a high-performing engineering team to deliver innovative solutions. The PEM is accountable for all aspects of program initiation, planning and execution (cost, schedule, technical performance, quality, customer engagement, etc.) and ensuring program engineering commitments are met.
• Program Execution: Oversee all engineering aspects of assigned programs, ensuring adherence to cost, schedule, and technical performance targets – driving projects to efficient and expedient closure as well as ensure assigned projects meet financial commitments (near and long term) via effective planning, risk management, and monitoring & control.
• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with Program Management, the Chief Engineer, and functional teams to define technical roadmaps, resolve critical challenges, and deliver products / systems that meet our customer needs.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks, ensuring program resilience.
• Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary technical point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders, building strong relationships and ensuring clear communication.
• Process Improvement: Continuously improve engineering processes and methodologies to accelerate program execution and enhance quality.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance. (US Citizenship Required)
• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering, or Math 10-12 years of relevant engineering experience (or Master’s 8-10 years). [Adjust ranges based on desired seniority]
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams in the development and execution of complex engineering programs. Strong team building skills that enable collaboration and coordination within and across teams, functions, and other business units.

• Strong understanding of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), Cost Account Manager (CAM), and program scheduling / development/baselining experience.

• Providing the coordination between resource managers/supervisors and the program team for staffing needs
• Project engineering management including organizational design, planning, estimating, design management, and product verification.
• Experience leading diverse multi-disciplinary teams in the solution of complex technical problems.
• Demonstrated leadership skills (soft skills, strategic thinking, business acumen, building teams, building customer relationships, leading the entire engineering team).
• Monitoring the project to ensure work scope, schedule, and budget are well defined, maintained, and met
• Defining, generating, and reviewing project requirements and documentation
• Proven ability to identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record of taking ownership and driving projects to successful completion.
• Self-starter with a proactive and results-oriented mindset.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• 5 years’ experience as a Program Engineering Manager (PEM) or Technical Project Manager.
• Knowledge of defense contract types.
• Experience in all phases of the program life cycle and work on various contract types.
• Demonstrates business acumen and presence at the leadership level
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience in developing product roadmaps.
• Experience in proposal development activities and capturing new business.
• Performing or guiding technical studies to refine project requirements
• Domain Knowledge: communication solutions experience
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret / SCI level of clearance

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $153377 - $260743

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 : $153,377 - $260,743