Precision Guided Munitions Capture PM

Job Description

The Precision Guided Munitions (PGM) Capture PM works with the Capture executive to represent program office ownership and interests for the capture of new PGM products, projects and programs to include:

• Capture of new PGM products through effective planning across all pre-proposal and proposal activities

• Development, support and continuous improvement of product, program and product line strategies

• Managing and protecting BAE Systems intellectual property and IP strategy

• Developing and managing Munitions product, program and product line campaigns

• Proposal and white paper oversight and effective stakeholder communication

• Developing scope to achieve cost/profitability, schedule, and technical performance objectives

• Establishing WBS and Program structure

• Establishing program direction for the matrixed team delivering the scope (engineering, field service, operations including supply chain and manufacturing, and/or others)

• Establishing plans for managing subcontractors

• Effective risks and opportunity management

• Administrative and compliance oversight of BAE Systems and lifecycle management (LCM) policies and procedures IAW USG policies and procedures

• Continuously improving program performance including capturing, evaluating, and sharing best practices

• Meeting financial commitments for bid and proposal, and sales and marketing budgets

Develop Program plan during capture phase with input from cross functional IPT. Post award and transition of PM responsibilities to a new PM

Responsibilities and day-to-day activities within this role include the following:

• Negotiate with and manage customer and stakeholder expectations across the entirety of the capture activity

• Lead program capture activities including candid and deep vetting/evaluation of BAE Systems competitive position; proposal development, Bid Status Reviews (BSR), and Request for Bid Approval (RBA); engagement of BD in all pursuit activities; and fact-finding and contract negotiations with the customer

• Lead program start-up, organization, planning, authorization of work, program management, and change management of program according to BAE Systems life cycle management (LCM) processes to include:

• Governance including program cadence and metrics; rolling action item list; design to cost/price to win; IRAD/NBE/capital planning; should cost and affordability analyses; integrated program team (IPT) and control account manager (CAM) leadership; integrated master schedule (IMS) management and linkage to trackers; and earned value management (EVM)

• Formal program reviews, including the System Requirements Review (SRR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), and Test Readiness Review (TRR)

• SDRL, CDRL, and SOW validation and burn down; compliance and traceability to contract; and contract requirements flow down to suppliers

• Risk and opportunity management, contingency management, program change control, and configuration management

• Earned Value Management (EVM)

• Technology Readiness (TRL) and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) maturation

• Develop comprehensive program/project plan from the statement of work (SOW), contract, and internal and external requirements

• Develop product breakdowns (PBS), organizational breakdowns (OBS), and work breakdown structures (WBS)

• In concert with executing program manager, project schedulers, IPT members, and functional leads, oversee IMS development including baseline budget and timeline detailed tasks using SOW, WBS, OBS, and PBS

• Ensure program/project risks are identified and proactively managed by developing the risk management plan, leading initial risk identification and mitigation planning, and ensuring team is properly trained in risk management and participating in monthly risk reviews

• Identify direct and indirect threats and opportunities, and implement actions to mitigate threats and capture opportunities

• Assess and identify quality, design, materials, facilities, and workforce requirements required to reduce manufacturing risk

• Initiates make/buy and make/where strategies to support programs

• Support development of long-term supplier strategy, multi-year strategic plan for the business area, and BAE Systems PGM strategy, identifying and developing new business opportunities

• Represent the company at appropriate customer or sponsor meetings

• Proactively keep upper management informed regarding proposal status and any technical, cost, schedule, or administrative problems within assigned proposals

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or business management and 10 years of related experience or equivalent experience

• Active Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain

• Experience in:

• Aerospace & Defense Engineering Development

• Engineering/Technical Program/Project Management experience with Annual and Strategic Financial Plans

• Operating proposals and campaigns at the intersection of strategy, technology and mission while focusing on capturing markets, protecting competitive position

• Relevant Development/Agile Program Management or managing the startup of similarly complex, high dollar value, strategic programs for the Department of War (DoW)

• Cross Functional leadership of Engineering Programs, Matrixed Teams, Program Lifecycle Reviews, and Financial reporting and analysis of large programs and business development life-cycles

• Leading Program Risk and Opportunity (R&O) management activities to include identification and development of risk mitigation plans, scope management, program/project plans specifying goals, staffing, scheduling, identification of risks, contingency plans, and allocation of available resources

• Knowledge of:

• Department of War (DoW) acquisition (FARS, DFARS, CRADAs, etc) and IR&Dprocessess to transition to program of record

• Manufacturing/Production, Operational Excellence (OE), reducing AUPC through early implementation of DTUPC best practices

• Competitive Proposal Development, Capture Management, and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) within Firm Fixed Price Environment

• Scope Management and Cost Estimating including estimate to complete/estimate at completion (ETC/EAC) processes

• Program/Project Management methodologies, toolsets, process, and governance

• Ability to effectively manage program complexities and structuring activities in times of ambiguity; manage and influence with internal and external stakeholders; operate independently and proactively

• Customer focus and relationship building skills; strong communication skills, written and verbal; highly effective critical thinking skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance

• Graduate Degree

• PMP Certification or similar

• Experience in Lifecycle Management (LCM)

• Experience as Control Account Manager (CAM) and/or Integrated Product Team (IPT)

• Experience in Oracle or ERP

• Advanced Excel skills

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317

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.

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