BAE Systems
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This role will be responsible for managing subcontract relationships within the EAS Production portfolio.
See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. In Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA), we provide next-generation threat detection and countermeasure solutions to provide unparalleled electronic warfare capabilities to enhance mission survivability. We are a product driven business that leverages Electronic Systems (ES) technology know-how to be an agile leader in game-changing electronic mission and control solutions that enable our customers to create a safer and cleaner world. This role will be responsible for managing subcontract relationships within the EAS Production portfolio. This 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. In this role, you will be reporting to a Senior Subcontract Program Manager.
Manage the execution of subcontracts for prime mission equipment material through the Production phase of the program lifecycle
Evaluate, negotiate, and manage assigned subcontract relationships to execute to each project’s specifications, quality, budget, schedule, and earned value requirements, to include the timely delivery of all deliverables required to fulfill the subcontract
Author, manage, and influence critical path releases of Supplier Statements of Works (SSOWs) and plans to align with required schedules and subcontractor lead times
Deliver quality customer service to both internal and external customers, and foster and maintain good supplier relationships, while driving a Zero Defect mindset with suppliers
Participate in the development of financial plans for the company, as it pertains to the planned outsourced portion of the project(s) to which you are assigned
You seamlessly work independently while also managing cross-functional program teams on all subcontract-related issues
You are able to assess, prioritize, and drive issues and actions to closure
You are a customer-service oriented team player, who can also be assertive when required
You exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of your job duties
You demonstrate best practice work habits and naturally collaborate with other team members to promote operational excellence
You have strong organizational skills to handle many overlapping projects simultaneously
You model and exhibit uncompromising ethics, safety, corporate responsibility, and security
Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time
Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience
Experience in supplier management and supplier engagements
Experience developing long-term strategies and tactical plans to achieve enterprise objectives
Proven record of leading and managing multi-discipline project teams
Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on relationship building, leading through influence, and the ability to effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) at all levels
Ability to communicate with senior management regarding supplier performance status (cost / schedule / resources / risk) as well as performance to financial objectives
Experience communicating externally either with customers or suppliers
Technical and business acumen
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Master’s Degree
Prior experience in project management
Experience leading cross-functional teams / Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
Program Management Professional (PMP) certification
Demonstrated Risk Management experience
Knowledge of acquisition policies and procedures with associated knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR)
Control Account Management (CAM) experience and/or Earned Value (EV) certification
Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762
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.
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.
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