Supply Chain iTEAM Project Manager

BAE Systems•Sterling Heights, MI

19d•$105,254 - $178,931

About The Position

What’s it like to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. As part of our Mechanical Engineering team, you’ll join a diverse group of driven engineers who design the products and systems that support enhanced military capabilities, protect national security, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure. With us, you’ll be able to make an impact while you grow in your career. We are currently looking for a Supply Chain Integrated Technical Management & Execution (iTEAM) Project Manager that will will lead coordination among key iTEAM Supply Chain Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). The project manager will oversee and coordinate key initiatives, ensuring successful project execution and achievement of team metrics.

Requirements

BS degree in Engineering or equivalent with 6+ years of relevant experience
Ability to travel to key suppliers (flexible)
Proven experience in program/project management, preferably in a multifunctional environment
Strong leadership and team management skills
Critical thinking: The ability to analyze information, evaluate evidence, and make informed decisions.
Problem-solving: Ability to analyze complex data and develop actionable insights
Communication: The ability to clearly and effectively convey ideas, thoughts, and opinions through verbal and written means.
Teamwork: The ability to work collaboratively with others, build strong relationships, and contribute to a positive team dynamic.
Adaptability: The ability to be flexible, adjust to new situations, and adapt to changing circumstances.
Computer skills: Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook (including AI tools preferred).

Nice To Haves

MS degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent 4+ years of relevant experience
Experience in EPDM or similar software

Responsibilities

Project Coordination: Manage and integrate cross-functional teams to achieve iTEAM project objectives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategies.
Team Performance Management: Develop, track, and analyze team metrics to measure progress, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions as needed.
Project Planning and Execution: Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, develop project plans, and ensure timely delivery of results.
Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks that could impact project success, developing and implementing risk management plans as needed.
Communication and Stakeholder Management: Serve as primary point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular updates, progress reports, and addressing concerns.
Support Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and refine project management processes to optimize efficiency, effectiveness, and team performance.
Supply Chain Execution Plan: Be engaged to support Combat Vehicles (CV) production programs in all phases of program execution (proposal, execution & delivery)
Lead efforts to interact, evaluate, monitor and report technical execution of key suppliers
Analyze and interpret design specifications, drawings, documentation, models, and/or test results to ensure technical designs comply with applicable engineering standards, military specifications and product requirements
Support resolution of technical issues in supply base through collaboration across functions including core product engineering/quality. Accordingly, provide recommendations to Program and Functional leadership for issue resolution from supply chain perspective in a timely fashion
Collaborate with quality organization to support suppliers’ continued delivery of quality products on time; support resolution of hardware and software first article and qualification, Environment Stress Screening (ESS) tests etc…
Assess supply base for technical capabilities and competencies to mitigate execution risk
Collaborate with supply chain teams to support strategic sourcing initiatives
Be responsive to supplier queries and help resolve Vendor Information Requests (VIRs), Test Incident Reports (TIRs), production and quality issues in a timely fashion

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
a legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.