DEWS Modernization Program Manager

Job Description
You don't see it, but it's there. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics -from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Aerospace & Mission Systems, you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first, exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®". Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.
Join a dynamic and high performing team that provides mission critical electronic warfare solutions across a growing portfolio of opportunities in BAE System's Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) business area, part of one of the leading aerospace and defense companies. ECS's Tactical Aircraft (TACAIR) product line has an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager to join the International Electronic Warfare portfolio with an emphasis supporting the Digital Electronic Warfare System (DEWS) team. The TACAIR Product Line has been growing rapidly in the international space based on the strong positions with DEWS and EPAWSS is looking for a dynamic individual to join us and continue to build that legacy.
The F-15 DEWS program manager will have the opportunity to lead key projects across all phases of a program lifecycle, including modernization, development, and sustainment, as well as strategic proposal/capture efforts across the portfolio. The successful candidate will have a strong affinity with our mission of "We Protect Those Who Protect Us ®" and embrace a "One Team" collaborative environment across all functions with the objective to deliver on our commitment to provide critical EW system capabilities to the F-15 and the warfighter. This role will be based in Nashua, NH. Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.
Manages, coordinates, plans, organizes, controls, integrates, and executes a projects or collection of projects. Ensures achievement of financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectives. Models and demonstrates strong leadership in ethics, safety and security. May require travel to Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Japan.
Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status

• Provide proactive project management for assigned program activities, ensuring program commitments are met, including achievement of financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectives.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Develop program/project plans specifying goals, staffing needs, schedule milestones, risks and contingency plans.
• Assist with managing customer and supplier relationships to maintain a win-win of program execution and future business and maintain a high level of customer engagement and satisfaction.
• Measure and regularly report out on program results.
• Lead through inspiration and encouragement and foster a culture of innovative problem solving, performance excellence, and continuous improvement on the program team to deliver affordable, effective, and dependable outcomes.
• Demonstrate a leading role in promoting adherence to the company's ethical standards and business practices; ensure compliance with the BAE Systems Operational Assurance Framework and all other policies and requirements; provide for good stewardship of the assets of the business.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or business-related discipline and a minimum of 10 years of experience in program management and/or with functional activities related to the program lifecycle, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Provide proactive project management for assigned program activities, ensuring program commitments are met, including achievement of financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectives.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Develop program/project plans specifying goals, staffing needs, schedule milestones, risks and contingency plans.
• Assist with managing customer and supplier relationships to maintain a win-win of program execution and future business and maintain a high level of customer engagement and satisfaction.
• Measure and regularly report out on program results.
• Lead through inspiration and encouragement and foster a culture of innovative problem solving, performance excellence, and continuous improvement on the program team to deliver affordable, effective, and dependable outcomes.
• Demonstrate a leading role in promoting adherence to the company's ethical standards and business practices; ensure compliance with the BAE Systems Operational Assurance Framework and all other policies and requirements; provide for good stewardship of the assets of the business.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Demonstrated success in a program management role
• International Capture or Program Management
• International sustainment experience

Sustainment and modernization experience with advanced electronics
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including 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.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.