Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time
Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 10 years work experience or equivalent experience
Experience in Subcontract Management, Project Management or Program Management
Strong demonstrated negotiation skills and strategies
Experience in new business capture to include proposals
Experience developing long-term strategies and tactical plans to achieve enterprise objectives.
Successful, proven record of leading and managing multi-discipline project teams
Ability to develop plans specifying goals, staffing, scheduling, identification of risks, contingency plans, and allocation of available resources
Experience with scope management and cost estimating, including estimate to complete/estimate at completion (ETC/EAC) processes.
Ability to communicate with senior management regarding subcontract performance status (cost / schedule / resources / risk) as well as performance to financial objectives
Experience communicating externally either with customers or suppliers
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
A foundational understanding of satellite subsystems (power, propulsion, thermal control, communications, attitude control, structures) is essential. The SPM needs to understand what subcontractors are delivering and how it integrates. This isn’t about doing the engineering, but about understanding the technical challenges, management of technical risk and ensuring program execution.
Satellite Payload Integration Experience
Previous experience in satellite programs and space-based acquisition environment
Strong Emotional Intelligence
Inquisitive, innovative thinker
Generosity of thought and knowledge.
Prior experience as a Program Manager
Experience leading cross-functional teams Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
Program Management Institute’s (PMI) Program Management Professional (PMP) certification
Demonstrated Risk Management experience
Experience with information systems such as Oracle
Knowledge of acquisition policies and procedures with associated knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR)
Significant experience managing the development and compliance of requirements (SOWs, specifications, contractual terms, etc.)
Strong organizational skills to handle many overlapping projects simultaneously
Willingness and desire for continuous improvement.
Earned Value Management and Lifecycle Management experience
Professional Supply Chain Certification: C.P.M., C.P.S.M., P.M.P.
Graduate degree in a related field, i.e.: JD, MBA, Master’s Degree in Engineering and/or Business Administration
Control Account Management (CAM) experience (at minimum, CAM trained)
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.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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.
