Program Manager

BAE Systems•Fort Worth, TX

6d•$136,000 - $231,200•Onsite

About The Position

BAE Systems is seeking a strategic, growth-oriented Program Manager to lead complex USAF sustainment projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic execution of programs involving the sustainment of legacy USAF avionics and electronic warfare (EW) systems, ensuring that program objectives are seamlessly aligned with the organization's technical roadmap and long-term business strategy. This role requires a high level of leadership to bridge the gap between operational execution and business growth. The Program Manager will interface with internal experts in Contracts, Subcontracts, Finance, and Purchasing, while engaging directly with government customers and aerospace primes to ensure that financial, schedule, and technical objectives are met through a framework of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business field.
10+ years of demonstrated experience leading diverse, multi-discipline project teams in a high-tempo environment.
Proven expertise in program management processes, including program planning, risk and opportunity management, and Earned Value Management (EVM).
Experience with DoD contract execution, specifically within IDIQ/Task Order environments.
Experience with technical product sustainment (hardware, software, and systems) and reverse engineering/prototyping to resolve sustainment issues.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically with a growth mindset, aligning program execution with corporate business expansion goals.
Strong presentation, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to resolve conflict and articulate complex messages simply across all levels of the organization.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, specifically high-level experience with Excel and MS Project.
Active Secret security clearance is required.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Experience with Deltek Costpoint.
Lean Six-Sigma or general process improvement experience.
Familiarity with avionics and EW systems, and DoD acquisition.
Understanding of AS9145 quality management processes.
Prior experience working with government customers such as AFSC and PAE Electronic Systems.

Responsibilities

Accountable for all aspects of assigned program execution, including cost, schedule, technical performance, quality, and inventory management. Establish a management framework that ensures high-priority objectives are met while promoting efficiencies in readiness and sustainment.
Define program objectives and strategies aligned with customer requirements and BAE Systems' Integrated Business Plan (IBP). Lead cross-functional Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to ensure that program execution supports the broader strategic technology roadmap.
Act as the primary focal point between BAE Systems and customer program offices, suppliers, and key stakeholders. Influence and shape requirements to ensure that delivered solutions are innovative, operationally viable, and strategically positioned for future growth.
Lead capture teams to position the business for wins. Develop robust business cases for new product development and lead the submission of competitive, innovative proposals that expand the customer base and align with strategic growth targets.
Manage program scope, budget, and critical path scheduling. Oversee the timely start and completion of tasks—specifically prototype fabrication, testing, and qualification—ensuring that technical investments are financially sound and execution is rigorous.
Ensure the optimum utilization of program resources and external partners. Collaborate with the Lead Engineer to ensure that the program is staffed with the necessary technical competencies to execute complex solutions.
Share best practices and lessons learned to continuously improve people, processes, and products, fostering a culture of technical and operational excellence.