Space Microelectronics Program Manager

Job Description

For over 20 years, BAE Systems space products have enabled nearly every commercial, civil and national security space missions. Missions such as GPS, weather monitoring, satellite TV and radio, and deep space exploration - including all recent Mars rovers rely on BAE Systems radiation-hardened electronics. From silicon to systems, our space products are ubiquitous throughout Earth s orbit and beyond.

In support of business growth, our C4ISR Space Systems product line is seeking to hire a Program Manager II within the Advanced Microelectronics (AM) program area. AM develops state-of-the-art radiation-hardened Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) technologies, products and services in support of commercial, civil and military space industries.

Based in Manassas, Virginia and reporting to the AM Program Management Director, this position is a great opportunity for individuals interested in leading microelectronics technology development for space applications in a program management capacity.

Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Lead capture, planning, execution and closeout of intermediate ($5M 25M) sized microelectronics development programs by applying standard project management practices including preparing cost proposals, establishing and tracking status of project management baseline, earned value management and risk & opportunity management.

• Levering BAE Systems program lifecycle management and program management methodologies to maintain program control over cost, schedule and technical performance.

• Collaborating with Engineering, Supply Chain and Operations colleagues to identify and resolve technical, procurement and manufacturing concerns.

• Leading business capture processes prior to request for proposal (RFP) and effectively guiding proposal teams for intermediate-sized opportunities. In this respect, support program directors, business development and engineering in the identification of new business opportunities and execution strategies for Space Systems Product Lines.

• Utilizing effective written and verbal communication skills to interface with the program teams, line and executive management, and customers and suppliers.

• Representing BAE Systems as the primary customer interface for assigned AM programs.

Please also note that while this position is considered to be a hybrid role, significant on-site presence (80 %) will be required due to the classified nature of this program.

Please also note that pursuant to a U.S. government contract, the selected candidate must be a U.S. citizen.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor s degree in a technical or business field of study with program management experience preferably within the aerospace and defense industry

• Direct experience developing and executing a program schedule and subsequently tracking status against that schedule

• Direct experience integrating and managing technical scope, schedule, budget, risks & opportunities for the successful execution of large-scale projects or programs

• Previous management of customer relationships to maintain a win-win of program execution and future business

• Prior leadership of cross-functional teams in the execution of complex technical tasks

• Proven record of collaborating with Finance to achieve all monetary objectives in program management by use of earned value management techniques

• Sound interpersonal skills to interface, coordinate, and negotiate with company personnel, customers, and suppliers

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Advanced degree in relevant technical field, with 10 years experience

• Working knowledge of digital and mixed-signal microelectronics technology development, including design, manufacturing, test and quality methods

• Experience with the development of Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) and complex systems on a chip (SoC) at state-of-the-art technology nodes including 45nm, 12nm and below

• Familiarity with space and strategic environmental effects on microelectronics technology, including traditional and emerging markets

• Prior management of government research & development opportunity development, capture and execution processes

• Working knowledge of U.S. government defense contract types and the risks associated with each

• PMP certification

• Active TS/SCI security clearance

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.

Space Microelectronics Program Manager

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