Maritime Communications Program Manager

Job Description
Join our program management team leading the development and eventual production and growth of advanced, mission-critical Very Low Frequency (VLF) transmitters. This role is within our Tactical Systems Product Line, supporting the Maritime Product Area in the creation of systems to meet the growing demand in the US government for transportable VLF systems. As Program Manager, you will lead projects and pursuits in this area, supported by a cross-functional team across Engineering, Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, Quality, and more. The successful Program Manager will have the opportunity to grow with this portfolio and provide leadership to and be supported by deputy Program Managers as additional contracts are on-boarded.
Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without changing 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.
Across the Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Systems (C4ISR Systems) Business Area, we develop systems that sense, control, exploit and disseminate actionable information to warfighters supporting a variety of missions. C4ISR Systems offers a broad and healthy contract pipeline to support the growth of Program Managers across their careers.
In this role, you will:

• Perform tasks across the Project Management processes of initiating, organizing, integrating, planning, managing & controlling, developing and completing projects or programs.
• Track progress and ensure achievement of financial, schedule, technical and/or new business performance objectives.
• Lead and support new business development activities: creating strategic and financial plans for the assigned business area, and leading the pursuit and capture of programs to grow the area.
• Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with cross-functional company personnel, customers, and suppliers.
• Utilize computer skills to prepare appropriate plans, reports, and documents.
• Make decisions using sound judgment while complying with company policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations;
• Analyze, evaluate, develop and implement processes and systems to complete programs within budget, on-time, and within technical requirements.

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.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree with 12+ years relevant experience, or Master's Degree with 10+ years relevant experience.
• Experience with Aerospace industry or similar.
• Demonstrated project management excellence.
• Risk & Opportunity management experience.
• Business capture experience.
• Models and demonstrates leadership in ethics, safety and security.
• Effective problem solving skills, evidenced by success in resolving challenging project constraints.
• Strong presentation and organizational skills while interfacing with senior management and customer leadership.
• Strong interpersonal skills within a cross functional team environment.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience delivering program performance for Navy customers.
• Experience managing complex programs consisting of both development and production.
• Experience managing the introduction of new products into long-term sustainment and production.
• Demonstrated business capture success driving business growth
• Lifecycle management experience.
• PMP certification.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $153377 - $260743
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.