BAE is seeking a highly skilled and disciplined Project Manager to support the integration and execution of a complex radar system program, with a strong emphasis on manufacturing and production environments. The successful candidate will serve as a key stakeholder driving program execution, ensuring technical, cost, and schedule objectives are achieved. This role requires a deep understanding of Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition processes and demonstrated experience leading Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) through the full lifecycle of hardware-intensive programs.
Key Responsibilities• Project Execution & Integration:
Lead and support program integration activities ensuring seamless transitions from design to manufacturing and final delivery. Coordinate efforts across engineering, supply chain, quality, operations, and finance to maintain alignment with cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives.• Operational Excellence:
Identify execution bottlenecks and drive process improvement initiatives that improve efficiency and reduce non-recurring costs. Utilize the program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to proactively identify risks, maintain schedule fidelity, and support rigorous cost and schedule management practices.• Manufacturing Liaison:
Serve as the primary conduit between engineering and production, leveraging manufacturing expertise to ensure designs are optimized for build, materials and tooling are available, and factory teams are supported throughout radar system integration and test.• Cost/Schedule/Technical Management:
Demonstrated experience with program execution and monthly reporting requirements. Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and financial acumen to support development of ETC/EAC. Track task performance, maintain schedule updates, and contribute to monthly schedule analysis and program assessments.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 12 years of relevant professional experience, or• Master's Degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience• PMP certification
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Domain Expertise:
Proven experience managing complex defense programs, preferably within radar or electronic warfare (EW). Strong knowledge of DoD contract types (CPFF, FFP, CPIF) and comprehensive understanding of FAR/DFARS requirements.• International Business:
Experience with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs and international customer engagement. Understanding of import/export compliance, State Department regulations, INCOTERMS, and TAA-approved technical data exchange processes.• Operational Knowledge:
Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment with an understanding of hardware production flows and constraints. Demonstrated IPT leadership, coordinating cross-functional teams in fast-paced, technically demanding environments.
Required Tools & Systems Experience• Costpoint - financial management and project accounting• Cognos - business intelligence, reporting, and data analysis• ENOVIA - Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and configuration control• MS Project - detailed scheduling and milestone tracking• Salesforce - customer relationship management and pipeline tracking
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $79370 - $134929
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 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
- Bachelor’s degree and 12 years of relevant professional experience, or a master’s degree and 10 years of relevant professional experience
- PMP certification
- Experience with Costpoint, Cognos, ENOVIA, MS Project, and Salesforce
- Experience managing complex defense programs
- Radar or electronic warfare program experience
- Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, contract types, FAR, and DFARS requirements
- Foreign Military Sales and international customer engagement experience
- Knowledge of import/export compliance, State Department regulations, INCOTERMS, and TAA-approved technical data exchange processes
- Manufacturing environment experience and understanding of hardware production flows
- Integrated Product Team leadership experience
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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.
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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.
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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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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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