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BAE Systems, Inc. is looking for an experienced and results-driven Manager III, IT Program Delivery, to join our team. This role will lead delivery execution across an assigned set of sector-specific IT programs and projects and will be responsible for managing project managers, ensuring quality delivery of internal investments, and reinforcing strong project delivery practices across the team.
As a senior manager within the PMO, this role plays a critical part in driving consistent execution, transparency, and accountability across multiple concurrent initiatives. The role requires strong people leadership, sound delivery judgment, and the ability to identify and address risks, dependencies, and execution barriers in a complex, matrixed environment.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Project Delivery: Lead and develop Project Managers responsible for delivery of sector-specific IT programs and projects. Drive consistent, high-quality execution across multiple concurrent initiatives within an assigned delivery area.
- Project Manager Development: Build and mature project managers through targeted coaching, mentorship, and development in execution excellence and leadership.
- Project Reporting and Oversight: Monitor delivery health across projects, including progress, risks, dependencies, issues, and execution constraints, and intervene as needed to improve outcomes. Partner with business, technology, and PMO stakeholders to resolve delivery challenges and maintain forward momentum across initiatives.
- Team Coaching: Coach team members across IT to drive execution across multiple concurrent initiatives, managing dependencies, risks, and delivery milestones.
- Best Practices Reinforcement: Ensure sector IT projects and initiatives align with enterprise standards, best practices, and IT strategies, leveraging BAE LifeCycle Management frameworks. Ensure project managers apply consistent project lifecycle, governance, reporting, and delivery management practices. Support adoption of PMO tools, standards, and best practices to improve consistency and execution quality.
- Culture and Performance: Promote a culture of ownership, transparency, and results-driven performance across sector IT delivery teams. Contribute delivery insight and operational perspective to broader portfolio and PMO discussions as needed.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor's Degree.
Project Management Professional (PMP)
12+ years of relevant work experience.
Proven track record of delivering projects and programs.
Strong leadership and management skills, with experience managing project managers and teams.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to interpret data and inform decisions.
Experience with Agile and/or Waterfall project management methodologies.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Master's Degree preferred.
14+ years relevant management experience preferred
IT Service management, product management, hybrid project management methodologies, SDLC, Agile and ITIL certification, ServiceNow SPM.
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, Inc.
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.
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
- Bachelor's Degree
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- 12+ years of relevant work experience
- Experience managing project managers and teams
- Strong leadership and management skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience with Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies
BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple Cigna-administered medical options, plus dental, vision, telehealth/behavioral resources and an EAP indicate comprehensive coverage depth. The package also includes items like transgender healthcare and abortion travel support.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid bonding leave is provided in the U.S. (e.g., 160 hours for full-time within the first year), alongside adoption assistance, fertility and surrogacy benefits. Childcare resources and related family supports are also highlighted.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) savings plan with company matching is offered, with official materials noting availability across many business units. Investment guidance and planning tools are provided through Empower.
BAE Systems, Inc. Insights
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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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
As the work place continues to evolve, so do we. Remote and hybrid opportunities are available at BAE Systems depending on the nature of the role. Check your job requisition to learn more.

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