Program Manager

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.

BAE Systems is a world leader in flight critical controls and avionics and is experiencing unprecedented growth. As a result,BAE Systems is seeking a Program Manager in its Controls and Avionics Solutions (CAS) business area at Fort Wayne, Indiana supporting Air Transport or Business Regional Aircraft product lines. The qualified candidate will be responsible for Program Management production and sustainment activities ensuring business commitments are met with high customer satisfaction. This includes a focus on meeting production delivery/quality/cost commitments, transitioning of products from development into production, product reliability, component obsolescence, resolution of production and field issues, special tooling and test equipment support requirements. The qualified candidate will provide leadership and management oversight to assigned project teams or sub teams assuring the project s financials, schedule and technical objectives are met and that the highest level of customer satisfaction is achieved.

The basic functions of the job include:

• Accountable for all aspects of assigned programs execution (cost, schedule, technical performance, quality and customer engagement) and ensuring program commitments are met, having the authority to make cogent and timely decisions related to the project.

• Acts as primary point of contact between BAE Systems and the customer, suppliers, and key customer stakeholders.

• Responsible and accountable to the Business Area Management for program execution, profitability, timeliness, and overall success. Makes decisions that are cost effective to the company and ensures assigned projects meet financial commitments for orders, sales, profit and cash flow.

• Leads or participates in the creation of new business strategies and in the development of strategic and financial plans.

• Leads or participates in the creation of new business opportunities and project proposals.

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree and 6 or more years work experience or equivalent experience

• Significant demonstrated experience leading and inspiring multi-discipline (engineering, operations, supply chain, finance and contracts) teams in a high tempo environment

• Successful, proven past performance in leading technical project teams, preferably in avionics

• Ability to manage multiple projects at once and keep projects on schedule.

• Demonstrated ability to manage relationships with suppliers, customers and a diverse range of internal stakeholders.

• Experience interacting with relevant customers such as Aerospace primes, commercial primes, Department of Defense, or airlines.

• Very strong presentation and organizational skills

• Highly adaptable with a high degree of initiative

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience in new business capture

• Experience in the development and production of relevant high reliability technology

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Program Management Professional (PMP) certification

• Master's Degree in engineering, manufacturing, management or related disiplines

• Experience managing a production program

• Experience in business case development, analysis, and presentation

• New Business Capture Lead Experience

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $96623 - $164259

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.

Program Manager

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