Tech Project Manager (Fleet Support IFF Radar Systems)

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St. Inigoes, MD, USA
Hybrid
97K-165K Annually
Mid level
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The Role
Manage Fleet Service Engineering projects supporting Navy IFF systems: develop WBS and schedules, track budgets and status, direct lower-level staff, perform shipboard IFF assessments and installations, provide technical guidance and OBTA support, and travel to CONUS/OCONUS sites to complete test events and upgrades.
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Job Description
What's it like working for a company that is dedicated to supporting the Navy fleet? Inspiring. At BAE Systems, the work that you do will help keep our nation's sailors safe by giving them the equipment and training they need to succeed on their mission to protect the nation. Whether it's installing the latest update or providing technical assistance, you will be a key part of an innovative and unique problem-solving team.
Our team is looking for an experienced Technical Project Manager. You can help our teams solve some of the most complex technical and logistical challenges - all while growing your own career. Our generous benefits and compensation packages will help you secure the life you want while you help our teams advance the technologies that keep nations safe.
In this job, you will:
  • Leverage your prior Navy background to serve as Technical Project Manager for the Fleet Service Engineering business area.
  • Develop work breakdown structures and plan of action and milestone schedules for all Fleet Support Engineering (FSE) assessments to ensure proper project execution and identify technical and business resources required.
  • Review status of projects and budgets, manage schedules and prepare status reports.
  • Assess issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality and customer satisfaction goals and objectives.
  • Assist other Project Leads with planning, resource management, budgeting and technical operations for CONUS and OCONUS projects.
  • Provide analytical and technical guidance to project teams.
  • Provide progress reports for all shipboard and local activities.
  • Assist in directing the day-to-day tasks of lower-level employees.
  • Perform tasking with minimal supervision.
  • Coordinate and perform IFF system assessments such as ALOA's, CSSQT's, and MCAs, as required.
  • Support the Fleet Modernization Program business area with installing IFF system upgrades on board Navy ships or land-based sites.
  • Answering On Board Technical Assistance (OBTA) calls.
Our growing team of highly motivated individuals stand ready to support you!
What we offer
  • Competitive wages
  • Paid travel, including overtime and per diem.
  • Working on a team committed to getting the job done right.
  • A clear mission, purpose-driven tasking, and on-the-job training with senior members of our team.
  • Face-to-face career mentoring and professional mobility.
  • Access to free professional development through a robust online training system with an astonishing array of topics.
  • Rewards and recognition programs.
  • Health, Dental, Vision and 401k programs.
  • Paid tuition for approved programs.
Your duties will include the following:
You are willing to travel 10-25% of the time to assist with shipboard/shore-based system installations and test events and will work onboard ships to accomplish assignments. You will exert frequent energy, such as climbing to go aloft for antenna inspections and lifting/carrying heavy objects. You may be required to work overtime hours or weekends (paid appropriately) to support installations and test events and will occasionally perform work in disagreeable environmental conditions.
This position is located in beautiful Southern Maryland. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate to within daily commuting distance of Saint Inigoes, MD.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor's degree in an Engineering, Technical, Business, or Computer Science or IT discipline and at least 4 years of related experience OR Associate degree and at least 6 years of related experience OR High School diploma and at least 8 years of related experience
NEC 1571 (V06B), NEC 1572 (V07B), or equivalent AN/UPX-29(V) IFF System experience
Ability to demonstrate professionalism, leadership and problem-solving skills under pressure.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing to all levels of stakeholders.
Ability to initiate, prioritize, and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint.
Ability to climb aloft U.S. Navy vessels and lift/carry heavy objects.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Experience with troubleshooting complex, interconnected electronics systems in a U.S. Navy Combat Systems shipboard environment.
PMP Certification
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914
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 in Engineering, Technical, Business, Computer Science/IT + 4 years OR Associate + 6 years OR High School + 8 years of related experience
  • NEC 1571 (V06B), NEC 1572 (V07B), or equivalent AN/UPX-29(V) IFF System experience
  • Ability to demonstrate professionalism, leadership, and problem-solving skills under pressure
  • Effective verbal and written communication to all stakeholder levels
  • Ability to initiate, prioritize, and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to climb aloft on U.S. Navy vessels and lift/carry heavy objects
  • Willingness to travel 10-25%, work onboard ships, and occasionally work overtime/weekends
  • Currently reside in or be willing to relocate within daily commuting distance of Saint Inigoes, MD
  • Experience troubleshooting complex, interconnected electronics systems in a U.S. Navy Combat Systems shipboard environment
  • PMP Certification

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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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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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