Junior Project Manager

Job Description
About BAE Systems
Recognized annually as a Top Workplace in Utah consecutively since 2018, employees at BAE Systems enjoy an exceptional work culture, employment stability, growth opportunities, and job satisfaction knowing they are helping to protect the country through the development of the most technological advancements in our nation's history. Our work culture thrives on hard work, innovation, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
About This Job
Air and Space Force Solutions, a business unit within BAE Systems, has an opening at Hill Air Force Base, Utah location for Junior Atlassian Project Manager. In this role you will join our Information Services team and have an important role in supporting our mission through continual improvement and innovation. This is a customer-facing role with learning and relationship building opportunities with customers as well as working directly with technical personnel, SMEs.
Responsibilities:

• Utilize agile methodology, values, principles, and practices to effectively plan, manage, and deliver solutions and new capabilities
• Develop, configure, and maintain projects, workflows, permissions, and automation to meet the evolving needs of the team
• Provide technical support to users to ensure efficient use of Atlassian products
• Ensure that goals, scope, and product backlog items are understood and can be fulfilled by team members
• Manage risks and opportunities and ensure that best practices are followed
• Anticipate customer needs and work to exceed customer expectations
• Work well under pressure with tight deadlines
• Define and improve process flows to realize efficiencies for BAE Systems and the customer
• Adapt quickly to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines
• Develop trusted relationships with internal and external customers; communicate daily with internal and external customers related to assigned program areas
• Create and update documentations, user manuals, and procedures

What's In It For You

• Competitive wages
• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition

Work Location
Hill Air Force Base, Utah
Travel
10%
US Citizenship Required
Pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship.
Clearance Requirement
The applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance. An active Top Secret clearance is preferred.
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Education and Years of Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma and 6+ years of related experience, or
• BA/BS Degree and 2+ years of related experience, or
• MS Degree and 0+ years of related experience.
• Knowledge or experience of agile methodology values, principles, and practices
• Knowledge or experience of Project Management methodologies
• Knowledge or experience of Atlassian tool suite
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to learn quickly and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work in a cross-functional environment to accomplish schedules driven priorities on time
• Experience resolving complex technical issues
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

US Citizenship Required
Pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship.
Clearance Requirement
The applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance. An active Top Secret clearance is preferred.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Experience working on Department of Defense (DoD) or US Government projects with a strong understanding of DoD regulations, cybersecurity, and operational requirements
• Knowledge of Confluence and Jira tools
• Familiar with Agile and Scrum principles
• Ability to identify potential risks and develop contingency plans
• Project Management Certification - PMP/CPAM or Atlassian Certification

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $61830 - $105120
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 the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.