Leads technical projects supporting airborne communication platforms, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, quality, procurement, fabrication, integration, testing, installation, and fielding. Coordinates technical teams, customers, contractors, government project leads, and functional managers. Develops execution plans, cost estimates, status reports, and project briefs; manages resources and expenditures; addresses issues and corrective actions; and ensures quality and contractual requirements are met.
Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Project Manager who embraces challenges and is a motivated self-starter. This individual must be able to provide attention to detail in his/her work while maintaining a perspective aimed at making the program successful. Will lead a team of subject matter experts in fulfilling technical requirements for the Airborne Systems Integration (ASI) Division at Webster Field in St. Inigoes, MD. The team will support both urgent short duration projects and longer term requirements. Project team activities include procurement, fabrication, integration, testing and evaluation, installation, and fielding support for communication platforms.
The selected candidate oversees and manages the technical project(s) and serves as a liaison between the BAE Systems contract management team and the government project leads. Prepares project execution plans and identifies technical and business resources needed. Reviews status of projects and budgets, manages schedules, and prepares status reports. Assesses issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. Provides technical and analytical guidance to project team.
The following duties are typical of the position:
1. Responsible for the leadership of a project, or portions of multiple projects, within established program guidelines.
2. Manages the quadruple constraint of scope, schedule, budget, and quality for assigned projects.
3. Liaises with customers and other contractors.
4. Develops or assists with development of project cost estimates.
5. Coordinates with functional managers for resources.
6. Executes processes and procedures to meet management and project requirements.
7. Develops briefs and/or reports on the status of assigned projects.
8. Ensures quality assurance requirements are met.
9. Initiates corrective action to support task problems and failures.
10. Monitors work and expenditures to ensure schedule and budget are maintained.
This position is located in St. Inigoes, MD. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to Southern Maryland.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technical discipline and at least 3
years of related experience OR Associate degree and at least 5 years of related experience OR High school diploma and at least 7 years of related experience
- At least one year of experience with large airborne systems
- At least two years of experience with air based projects
- Technical project management experience
- Experience with Microsoft Office, to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Degree in Engineering field
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914
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.
BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Project Manager who embraces challenges and is a motivated self-starter. This individual must be able to provide attention to detail in his/her work while maintaining a perspective aimed at making the program successful. Will lead a team of subject matter experts in fulfilling technical requirements for the Airborne Systems Integration (ASI) Division at Webster Field in St. Inigoes, MD. The team will support both urgent short duration projects and longer term requirements. Project team activities include procurement, fabrication, integration, testing and evaluation, installation, and fielding support for communication platforms.
The selected candidate oversees and manages the technical project(s) and serves as a liaison between the BAE Systems contract management team and the government project leads. Prepares project execution plans and identifies technical and business resources needed. Reviews status of projects and budgets, manages schedules, and prepares status reports. Assesses issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. Provides technical and analytical guidance to project team.
The following duties are typical of the position:
1. Responsible for the leadership of a project, or portions of multiple projects, within established program guidelines.
2. Manages the quadruple constraint of scope, schedule, budget, and quality for assigned projects.
3. Liaises with customers and other contractors.
4. Develops or assists with development of project cost estimates.
5. Coordinates with functional managers for resources.
6. Executes processes and procedures to meet management and project requirements.
7. Develops briefs and/or reports on the status of assigned projects.
8. Ensures quality assurance requirements are met.
9. Initiates corrective action to support task problems and failures.
10. Monitors work and expenditures to ensure schedule and budget are maintained.
This position is located in St. Inigoes, MD. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to Southern Maryland.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technical discipline and at least 3
years of related experience OR Associate degree and at least 5 years of related experience OR High school diploma and at least 7 years of related experience
- At least one year of experience with large airborne systems
- At least two years of experience with air based projects
- Technical project management experience
- Experience with Microsoft Office, to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Degree in Engineering field
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914
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.
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