Program Manager III

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Nashua, NH, USA
Hybrid
153K-261K Annually
Entry level
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
Leads an Integrated Product Team within a large electronic warfare development program. Plans and executes program scope while managing financial, schedule, technical, resource, risk, customer, and stakeholder objectives. Coordinates cross-functional teams, monitors performance metrics, supports financial planning and new business proposals, and communicates status to senior leadership and customers. Provides visible leadership, coaching, mentoring, and oversight of program execution.
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Job Description
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.
See what you're missing. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics -from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. 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.
In Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions, we provide next-generation threat detection and countermeasure solutions to provide unparalleled electronic warfare capabilities to enhance mission survivability.
In this role you will be part of the Electronic Attack Solutions (EAS) product line and directly responsible for leading an Integrated Product Team within a large development program.
Key expectations of the role include:
  • Plans, manages, coordinates, organizes, controls, integrates, and executes scope within a large development program.
  • Ensures achievement of financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectives. Participates in the support of new business and in the development of financial plans for the company. Models and demonstrates strong leadership in ethics, safety and security.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Track record of success in planning and executing large, complex programs• Experience working with multi-discipline cross functional project teams, utilizing strong communication and collaboration skills to successfully manage assigned program(s)• Ability to understand and communicate with senior management regarding program performance status (cost/schedule/resources/risk) as well as performance to annual financial objectives• Demonstrate visible leadership across the program leading by example and driving program performance excellence• Excellent written and oral communication skills with experience presenting to senior leaders and customers• Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring skills with the ability to achieve results through others.• Business acumen mindset, awareness within and outside the business• Exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties and in external interactions• Actively manage customer and stakeholder relationships to achieve positive outcomes for all parties• Review and monitor metrics on the projects and provide support as required to the product area director• Experience developing and delivering winning proposals• Secret clearance eligible
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Master's degree• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or equivalent certification • EMD (Engineering and Manufacturing Development) phase leadership• Experience managing complex subcontracts• Active Secret clearance
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.

Skills Required

  • Track record of success planning and executing large, complex programs
  • Experience working with multidisciplinary cross-functional project teams
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to communicate program performance status, including cost, schedule, resources, and risk, to senior management
  • Visible leadership and ability to drive program performance excellence
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presenting to senior leaders and customers
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills
  • Business acumen and awareness within and outside the business
  • Discretion and independent judgment in professional and external interactions
  • Ability to manage customer and stakeholder relationships
  • Experience reviewing and monitoring project metrics
  • Experience developing and delivering winning proposals
  • Secret clearance eligibility
  • Master's degree
  • Project Management Professional certification or equivalent certification
  • Engineering and Manufacturing Development phase leadership experience
  • Experience managing complex subcontracts
  • Active Secret clearance

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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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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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