Mgr I- Program Eng

BAE Systems • Maple Grove, MN

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

At BAE Systems, we take pride in delivering effective and dependable products and services that earn the trust of our customers. We are currently seeking experienced Program Engineering Managers (PEM) to join our team. The PEM for the Mk 45 (UK and Norway) is a hybrid position based in Minneapolis, MN or Louisville, KY. You will be responsible for the Mk 45 product line produced for the United Kingdom and Norway, including the Mk 45 Mod 4A gun system, the Ammunition Handling System (AHS), and Medium Caliber Ammunition (MCA), as well as support services of those products. As the PEM, you will ensure all program efforts are fully supported by the engineering organization. You will partner with Program Management to execute all contracted technical scope, including production support, Technical Data Package (TDP) maintenance, obsolescence management, and shipbuilder support for hardware installation and testing. You will cultivate strategic relationships with technical counterparts at the MOD and with end-users. Additionally, you will support Business Development, Capture Management, and Program Management in identifying growth opportunities and transitioning winning proposals into program implementation, serving as the primary technical point of contact for capture efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline and 8 years of engineering/technical experience. May consider additional experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience leading technical staff to address issues associated with complex systems.
• Demonstrated experience driving technical decisions using sound understanding of engineering fundamentals or concepts.
• Effective communication through technical writing and technical presentations.
• Experience with customer/stakeholder communication, management and relationship building.
• Ability to support approximately 15% travel to include international travel.

Nice To Haves

• Mk 45 or related product knowledge and experience.
• Experience overseeing projects using EVMS.
• Current Secret Clearance.
• Experience with production support.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and leadership for all technical activities during the execution and capture phases.
• Complete all technical scope in accordance with the program baseline.
• Oversee installation and test support activities in the United Kingdom.
• Build and maintain relationships with technical counterparts in the UK and Norway.
• Identify and assess business growth opportunities and lead subsequent capture activities.
• Lead the engineering team in planning and executing all program tasks; provide direction, mentorship, and decision-making support to Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads and staff.
• Manage program milestone reviews and contract deliverables to ensure all products are delivered on time and meet customer expectations.
• Anticipate and resolve technical challenges while ensuring inter-group cooperation to meet program objectives.
• Ensure strict adherence to engineering processes, systems engineering design, and company product safety policies throughout the program lifecycle.
• Plan and direct Life Cycle Management (LCM) across all program phases.
• Motivate, evaluate, and mentor engineering staff to foster professional growth.
• Implement robust Program Monitoring and Controls (PM&C) to maintain scope, budget, and schedule.
• Provide timely status updates and progress reports to the Guns PEM, Program Managers, and customer stakeholders.
• Deliver presentations to management and customers regarding marketing, cost, schedule, and technical/contractual status.

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
• paid military leave
• paid bereavement leave
• any applicable federal and state sick leave
• company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager