IT Project Manager Expert

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Herndon, VA, USA
Hybrid
150K-254K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
Where purpose connects.
The Role
Leads enterprise-level IT projects and programs supporting systems monitoring, application management, infrastructure engineering, release management, configuration management, and data analysis. Coaches Lean Agile teams and leaders, serves as an enterprise Scrum Master, facilitates planning and team-building events, manages risks and priorities, coordinates stakeholders, and develops mitigation strategies. Requires extensive experience managing complex technology projects and recommending improvements for successful delivery.
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Job Description
BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of Defense, the government, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world.
At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie, and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.
We are looking for an experienced IT Program Manager to join our technology-based program supporting a key functional program area providing full lifecycle engineering support for systems monitoring and applications management services that provide systems alerts, including monitoring for enterprise system performance and availability and providing guidance and engineering for upgrades, systems modifications, and updates. The functional area also provides operational support for applications deployed across the sponsor's enterprise, including release management configuration management and data analysis.
This is a fast paced, challenging, and career rewarding experience to recruit and develop provide top talent and solutions on one of the most complex and high-profile programs within the government.
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
We are looking for and ITPM with a minimum of 11 years' experience with A Bachelor's or Master's Degree with the following experience:
  • Professional certification in Project Management Professional (PMI PMP), Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP), or Leadership Coaching
  • Proven experience as a Lean Agile and leadership coach in an IT organization with Architecture, Infrastructure Engineering, Operations, Software Development, Security, and Close Support
  • Experience coaching and facilitating team building and leadership offsite events
  • Experience as an Enterprise Scrum Master using Lean Agile, setting up Jira projects, and facilitating division-level sprint planning
  • Ability to monitor multiple projects, identify risks, and communicate effectively to customers, stakeholders, and project teams
  • Outstanding communication skills, articulating complex issues to various audiences
  • Experience leading and managing enterprise-level projects using Project Management Framework (PMF) or Lean Agile
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities, and identify programmatic challenges and mitigation strategies
  • Experience leading infrastructure engineering projects using Agile methodology and recommending changes for project success

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • PMP, Agile, ITIL or other related Certifications
  • Quality processes including ISO, Six Sigma, CMMi
  • Knowledge in the entire development system life cycle
  • Strong track record of understanding and interest in current and emerging technologies
  • Creating and managing a shared pool of internal and subcontract resources
  • Experience working with the government

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 Intelligence & Security
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.

Skills Required

  • Minimum 11 years of professional experience
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
  • Professional certification in Project Management Professional, Agile Certified Practitioner, or Leadership Coaching
  • Experience as a Lean Agile and leadership coach in an IT organization spanning architecture, infrastructure engineering, operations, software development, security, and close support
  • Experience coaching and facilitating team-building and leadership offsite events
  • Experience as an Enterprise Scrum Master using Lean Agile, setting up Jira projects, and facilitating division-level sprint planning
  • Ability to monitor multiple projects, identify risks, and communicate effectively with customers, stakeholders, and project teams
  • Outstanding communication skills and ability to articulate complex issues to varied audiences
  • Experience leading and managing enterprise-level projects using a Project Management Framework or Lean Agile
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities and identify programmatic challenges and mitigation strategies
  • Experience leading infrastructure engineering projects using Agile methodology and recommending changes for project success
  • PMP, Agile, ITIL, or related certifications
  • Knowledge of quality processes including ISO, Six Sigma, or CMMI
  • Knowledge of the full development system life cycle
  • Interest in current and emerging technologies
  • Experience creating and managing shared pools of internal and subcontract resources
  • Experience working with the government

What the Team is Saying

BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as comprehensive, paired with an EAP, fertility and transgender care options, and HSA‑compatible plans that can include employer contributions with coverage starting on day one in some cases. These resources are reinforced by wellness tools and immediate eligibility noted on official benefits materials.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) savings plan is broadly available, with employer matching and other contributions that vary by business unit, and some U.S. employee groups retain pension arrangements. Company‑paid basic life insurance equal to 2x base salary (up to $1M) further strengthens financial security.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave (e.g., 160 hours for full‑time employees) sits alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and Bright Horizons backup child and elder care. These benefits help reduce care gaps and complement PTO and applicable state programs.

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The Company
HQ: Falls Church, VA
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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