FAST Labs - Microelectronics Program Manager III

BAE Systems•Nashua, NH

11d•$153,377 - $260,743•Hybrid

About The Position

FAST Labs™ is a world-class research and microelectronics production organization. Our vision, ‘we secure the future through fearless innovation’, fuels our curiosity and propels our teams to take on ‘never been done before’ challenges. In the advanced electronics domain of FAST Labs™, we further the mission by developing and delivering some of the most advanced microelectronics technology and products that enable our customers to differentiate their offerings across commercial and warfare/defense markets. These technologies and products are based on a multitude of microelectronics fabrication technologies in silicon, SiGe, GaN, GaAs, and experimental processes. The Microelectronics (µE) Product Line performs cutting-edge microelectronics research in its Science & Technology (S&T) area and delivers advanced microelectronic offerings in its Products & Services (P&S) area, that advance mission capabilities across commercial and warfare/defense applications. We are seeking a Program Manager III who will lead development and production execution for the growing list of microelectronics components within BAE Systems’ Microelectronics product catalog. The Program Manager’s primary responsibility will be managing production and development execution of P&S products through the entire lifecycle, from quoting through delivery. This includes demand forecasting, quoting, purchase orders, and deliveries of P&S products; interfacing with customers, across functions and the foundry team, and vendors to collaborate and provide status updates; and supporting the management of programs in different stages of maturity ranging from development to full production. The successful candidate must be comfortable leading briefings of program status to senior leadership and excel at customer engagement. Other key responsibilities include: Accountable for all aspects of program initiation, planning, execution (cost, schedule, technical performance, quality, customer engagement, etc.) and ensuring program commitments are met. Creation of new business strategies and the development of strategic and financial plans. Track, lead, and directly contribute to forecasting and demand planning. Lead the execution process by overseeing the creation and management of budgets and schedules. Identify and address order- and program-related issues, prioritize tasks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop effective solutions. Act as the primary point of contact for other program managers, operations personnel, and internal stakeholders regarding order-related matters and ensure the stakeholders are engaged in addressing any deficiencies. Lead the tracking of resources, personnel, and processes to ensure the successful execution and completion of orders and programs. Monitor, report, and act based on key order and program performance metrics, such as on-time delivery, budget adherence, and overall performance, and prepare regular status reports. Ensure that products are fully prepared for production and delivery, coordinating with engineering, operations, and quality assurance teams to verify that all requirements are met and address any identified deficiencies. Engage with the internal foundry team and vendors to ensure alignment on order or program requirements, including deliverables, cost structures, and timelines. Manage, support, and review proposals, as required. Represent the product line PM organization at broader PMO collaborations, as required. Perform other duties as necessary.

Requirements

Typically a Bachelor’s Degree with 12+ years of work experience, a Masters Degree with 10+ years of experience, or a PhD with 8+ years of experience.
6+ years of project management experience (manage, coordinate, plan, organize, control, integrate, and execute a project or collection of projects).
Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) in an Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
Production or sustainment and development program management experience
Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills
Demonstrates business acumen and presence at the leadership level
Experience in structured problem solving with demonstrated ability to systematically determine root cause
Demonstrated experience successfully leading cross-functional teams and supervising individuals
Knowledge of defense contract types
Experience as primary customer point of contact
Ability to obtain DoW Secret clearance with SAP access.

Nice To Haves

Active DoW TOP SECRET/SCI and SAP Security clearances
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
9+ years’ experience as a Program Manager (PM), Program Engineering Manager (PEM) or Technical Project Manager
Experience in a Semiconductor Foundry and the development, fabrication and/or testing of microelectronics or electronic subsystems
Experience developing product roadmaps
Experience interfacing with microelectronics foundries and suppliers

Responsibilities

Accountable for all aspects of program initiation, planning, execution (cost, schedule, technical performance, quality, customer engagement, etc.) and ensuring program commitments are met.
Creation of new business strategies and the development of strategic and financial plans.
Track, lead, and directly contribute to forecasting and demand planning.
Lead the execution process by overseeing the creation and management of budgets and schedules.
Identify and address order- and program-related issues, prioritize tasks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop effective solutions.
Act as the primary point of contact for other program managers, operations personnel, and internal stakeholders regarding order-related matters and ensure the stakeholders are engaged in addressing any deficiencies.
Lead the tracking of resources, personnel, and processes to ensure the successful execution and completion of orders and programs.
Monitor, report, and act based on key order and program performance metrics, such as on-time delivery, budget adherence, and overall performance, and prepare regular status reports.
Ensure that products are fully prepared for production and delivery, coordinating with engineering, operations, and quality assurance teams to verify that all requirements are met and address any identified deficiencies.
Engage with the internal foundry team and vendors to ensure alignment on order or program requirements, including deliverables, cost structures, and timelines.
Manage, support, and review proposals, as required.
Represent the product line PM organization at broader PMO collaborations, as required.
Perform other duties as necessary.