Senior Project Manager II - Tech (Hybrid)

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 flexibility between working onsite and remotely. The role resides in the Precision Strike & Sensing Solutions (PS) business area. With facilities in Huntsville AL, Hudson, NH, and Cedar Rapids, IA; PS designs and manufactures state-of-the-art systems and technology that enable our customers to execute their precision strike missions.
What's it like working for a company that makes a national impact? Inspiring.
As an IRAD Project Manager, you will be dedicated full-time to leading multiple teams of engineers developing and producing next generation seeker technology. With a heavy focus on tech maturation, this role will be responsible for over $18M of critical IRAD funding across the next year and a half to support a $1B opportunity pipeline for the next 5 years. Continued IRAD investment will be reviewed annually to ensure alignment to and support of the 5 year integrated business plan. The IRAD Project Manager will be an integral part in providing inputs for the portfolio IRAD needs. The work that you do will help our technology stay ahead of the threats to our nation's security. Reporting to the Product Area Director - Seeker Solutions for Market Expansion in the Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions product line, you will have the opportunity to exercise your technical grit to help progress our critical technologies, in turn, we will help you advance your career.
The individual selected for this exciting and challenging position will manage, coordinate, plan, organize, control, integrate, and execute the IRADs within the Seeker Solutions portfolio. The individual will be responsible for ensuring achievement of financial, schedule, and technical performance objectives. To be successful in this role, an individual must overcome the obstacles of change and have a strong ability to drive IRAD execution, as well as review and report on status, while articulating the goals of technology maturation. The IRAD Project Manager must have an engaging leadership style with the analytical ability to assess current state and gaps to enable project improvements and issue resolution. This person must also have a detailed focus for accurate reporting to enable successful implementation. Critical to alignment with our cultural principles, the individual must also model and demonstrate strong commitment to ethics, safety, and security.
Please note, this specific position requires US citizenship status.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience.
• Track record of successfully developing and executing strategic and tactical plans, both short and long range, for complex projects
• Experience working with geographically dispersed, cross-functional project teams, using strong communication and collaboration skills to successfully manage assigned program efforts
• Ability to understand and communicate with senior management regarding program performance status (cost/ schedule/ resources/ risk)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience producing executive summaries and metrics for progress reporting and to communicate opportunities/focus areas
• Comfortable working in a high volume, fast-paced, rapidly changing, results-oriented work environment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; possesses strong organization and prioritization skills
• Experience coordinating with multiple teams and leading a common process

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master's Degree
• PMP Certification
• Understanding of BAE Systems portfolio of products/technologies
• Demonstrated expertise in program management processes including program scoping and planning, risk and opportunity management, earned value management, etc.
• Experience in Seeker Technology
• Experience with management of hardware and software technology investments
• Experience working with Intellectual Property
• Development program management experience (hardware, software, and systems)
• Active Secret Clearance

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115100 - $195700
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 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
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.