Job Description
BAE Systems is growing - we are hiring a Program Manager in the Aerospace Vehicle Equipment (AVE) Division for an exciting opportunity to support the Air Force's acquisition of the next generation Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM). This position will fill the role of Booster Section Lead PM and report directly to the Flight Systems AVE Deputy. This role is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to support the development and deployment of the next generation ICBM.
This individual will serve as the lead for a team of dedicated and experienced engineers in developing three of the primary solid rocket motor stages of the LGM-35A Sentinel Weapon System. Duties include: supervisory responsibilities; strategic customer engagement; personnel development; task planning and tracking; schedule analysis; report review and creation; technical briefings; independent development of briefing materials; and other special projects including organizational efficiency studies and process improvement.
This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing team within a large defense company with an extraordinary, positive culture and mission focus. In this position, you will provide direct support to a national security-critical weapon system throughout engineering development, deployment, and sustainment becoming a trusted mission partner to the innovative Air Force organization.
BAE Systems, located at Hill Air Force Base, Utah is closely aligned to the United States Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center. We support the Center in sustaining the existing LGM-30 Minuteman III (MMIII) weapon system and acquiring its replacement, the LGM-35A Sentinel. We are a uniquely-valued mission partner delivering daily technical excellence and innovative solutions to our government customers.
Pursuant to Government contract, this position requires US Citizenship status.
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- 10 years (8 years with a Master's Degree) of demonstrated experience in management of defense systems, technology projects, or research and development activities.
- Excellent cognitive, communication (both written and spoken), and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lead moderate to large teams.
- Experience with DoD acquisition programs.
- Demonstrated self-discipline to plan and prioritize their own work with successful results.
- Proactive and creative problem solver with extreme attention to detail.
- Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance (or higher).
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- A Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Project Management, Business Management, or Engineering Management or related technical or programmatic fields.
- Experience in building and applying model-based systems engineering.
- ICBM Weapon System experience.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120000 - $204000
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 Intelligence & Security
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.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
