Manager I, Program Planning (Hybrid Preferred, Remote Work Considered)
About The Position
Manager I, Program Planning (Hybrid Preferred, Remote Work Considered). At Electronic Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Our flexible work environment provides you with a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first, exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate for Those Who Move the World TM.” Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) has technology, engineering and program teams that educate and mentor colleagues to deliver leading Electronic Warfare capabilities. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, want to drive fielding velocity and have the passion to bring the warfighter home safe. BAE Systems is seeking a Program Planning Manager I to join the Program Excellence (Px) organization. The Program Planning Manager is a critical frontline leadership role responsible for both direct team management and hands-on support of key defense programs. This position combines people leadership with technical expertise in program planning, scheduling, and analysis. The successful candidate will lead a team of 4-5 Program Planning professionals, while simultaneously contributing directly to program execution through comprehensive schedule management and analysis. This role requires a proactive individual with strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills, capable of thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of experience in Program/Master Planning and Scheduling, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Advanced proficiency in Defense project Program/Master Planning, Critical Path methodology, and Microsoft Project.
- Demonstrated knowledge of US DoD schedule policies, the Planning and Scheduling Excellence Guide (PASEG), and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) requirements.
- Proven experience developing complex program Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) in accordance with program Statements of Work (SOW), Integrated Master Plans (IMP), and program requirements (both PMB & Proposal development).
- Hands-on experience performing and presenting detailed Schedule Risk Assessments (SRAs).
- Demonstrated experience preparing for and supporting Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to influence and lead cross-functional staff members and work teams.
Nice To Haves
- Prior staff management experience, specifically within a Planning/Scheduling function.
- PMI-PMP or PMI-SP certification.
- Existing Secret clearance with the potential to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
- Experience with Microsoft Project Server/Online and Power BI dashboards for data visualization.
- Experience with Agile planning/execution and/or Critical Chain Project Management methodologies.
- Familiarity with scheduling/finance software such as SSI Tools, Barbecana Full Monte, WBS Pro,, Deltek Cobra, MS Project VBA coding.
- Demonstrated ability to make sound, independent decisions while adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively present complex information to various audiences.
- Proven ability to effectively interface, coordinate, and collaborate with company personnel, customers, and suppliers.
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop a geographically dispersed team of Program Planning professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
- Conduct regular 1-on-1 meetings (bi-weekly) and team meetings (bi-weekly) to provide guidance, feedback, and support professional growth.
- Prioritize and delegate tasks effectively, ensuring alignment with program priorities and individual skill sets.
- Manage performance, including conducting mid-year and year-end performance reviews, and participating in the merit and salary planning process.
- Participate in the development of Planning strategies, team objectives, and engagement metrics.
- Drive process improvement initiatives within the Program Planning function.
- Maintain strong engagement with stakeholders through quarterly check-ins.
- Participate in weekly staff meetings with the Senior Planning Manager.
- Provide advanced Planning & Scheduling support to assigned programs, including the development, maintenance, and analysis of comprehensive Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).
- Prepare and deliver insightful IMS performance status and analysis for weekly/monthly Program Management Meetings (PMMs).
- Perform schedule risk analysis, including Schedule Risk Assessments (SRAs), Critical Path Analysis, schedule variance assessments, and predictive performance analysis.
- Actively participate in program Risk & Opportunity and Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA) processes.
- Ensure accurate and timely submission of all customer program schedule deliverables.
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision insurance
- health savings accounts
- a 401(k) savings plan
- disability coverage
- life and accident insurance
- employee assistance program
- legal plan
- discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
- paid time off
- paid holidays
- paid parental leave
- military leave
- bereavement leave
- any applicable federal and state sick leave
- company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
