DEWS Modernization Program Manager

BAE Systems•Nashua, NH

2d•$149,603 - $254,317•Hybrid

About The Position

Join a dynamic and high performing team that provides mission critical electronic warfare solutions across a growing portfolio of opportunities in BAE System’s Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) business area, part of one of the leading aerospace and defense companies. ECS’s Tactical Aircraft (TACAIR) product line has an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager to join the International Electronic Warfare portfolio with an emphasis supporting the Digital Electronic Warfare System (DEWS) team. The TACAIR Product Line has been growing rapidly in the international space based on the strong positions with DEWS and EPAWSS is looking for a dynamic individual to join us and continue to build that legacy. The F-15 DEWS program manager will have the opportunity to lead key projects across all phases of a program lifecycle, including modernization, development, and sustainment, as well as strategic proposal/capture efforts across the portfolio. The successful candidate will have a strong affinity with our mission of “We Protect Those Who Protect Us ®” and embrace a “One Team” collaborative environment across all functions with the objective to deliver on our commitment to provide critical EW system capabilities to the F-15 and the warfighter. This role will be based in Nashua, NH. Because this role 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. Manages, coordinates, plans, organizes, controls, integrates, and executes a projects or collection of projects. Ensures achievement of financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectives. Models and demonstrates strong leadership in ethics, safety and security. May require travel to Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Japan. Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business-related discipline and a minimum of 10 years of experience in program management and/or with functional activities related to the program lifecycle, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Provide proactive project management for assigned program activities, ensuring program commitments are met, including achievement of financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectives.
Proactively identify and mitigate risks.
Develop program/project plans specifying goals, staffing needs, schedule milestones, risks and contingency plans.
Assist with managing customer and supplier relationships to maintain a win-win of program execution and future business and maintain a high level of customer engagement and satisfaction.
Measure and regularly report out on program results.
Lead through inspiration and encouragement and foster a culture of innovative problem solving, performance excellence, and continuous improvement on the program team to deliver affordable, effective, and dependable outcomes.
Demonstrate a leading role in promoting adherence to the company’s ethical standards and business practices; ensure compliance with the BAE Systems Operational Assurance Framework and all other policies and requirements; provide for good stewardship of the assets of the business.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated success in a program management role
International Capture or Program Management
International sustainment experience
Sustainment and modernization experience with advanced electronics

Responsibilities

Provide proactive project management for assigned program activities, ensuring program commitments are met, including achievement of financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectives.
Proactively identify and mitigate risks.
Develop program/project plans specifying goals, staffing needs, schedule milestones, risks and contingency plans.
Assist with managing customer and supplier relationships to maintain a win-win of program execution and future business and maintain a high level of customer engagement and satisfaction.
Measure and regularly report out on program results.
Lead through inspiration and encouragement and foster a culture of innovative problem solving, performance excellence, and continuous improvement on the program team to deliver affordable, effective, and dependable outcomes.
Demonstrate a leading role in promoting adherence to the company’s ethical standards and business practices; ensure compliance with the BAE Systems Operational Assurance Framework and all other policies and requirements; provide for good stewardship of the assets of the business.