Technical Program Manager

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Sterling, VA, USA
Hybrid
150K-254K Annually
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Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
Lead an engineering program delivering a cloud-based MBSE solution with networking, security, and operations services across multiple classification levels. Manage contract execution, customer relationships, staffing, budgets, schedules, risks, deliverables, subcontractors, and program metrics. Coordinate cross-functional teams and oversee complex engineering solutions from proposal through contract closeout while ensuring quality, compliance, cost, and schedule performance.
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Job Description
BAE Systems, a top ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of War, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of War, the Intelligence Community, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world.
At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie, and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.
We are looking for a Technical Program Manager to oversee and lead a technical program that delivers Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) solution in the cloud, with network, security, and O&M services across multiple classification levels in the environment. The Program Manager will maintain a symbiotic relationship with their adjacent contracts and operations counterpart. All leaders will work together to support the contract overall and develop/deliver solutions that ensure we are performing safely, at the requisite level of quality, on schedule, and on cost.
As a Technical Program Manager, you will:
  • Lead an engineering program that is delivering a MBSE solution in the cloud.
  • Oversee the contract execution by interacting directly with our team members providing Tiers 2 and 3 support to a dispersed customer base.
  • Serve as the primary interface with the customer, maintain and promote good customer relationships.
  • Deliver contract deliverables, including PMR, BMR, financials and other customer status updates.
  • Be responsible for the staffing of the program(s) and providing career development guidance, as necessary.
  • Lead a team developing solutions to a variety of highly complex engineering problems.
  • Execute programs from proposal through contract closeout phase, preparing plans and developing or assisting with project cost estimates and proposal deliverables.
  • Prepare project execution plans and identify technical and business resource needs.
  • Proactively and collaboratively support review work statements / scope to ensure they are adequately defined and executable.
  • Coordinate project activities, deliverables, and action items.
  • Execute processes and develop management plans with operations, anticipating and resolving schedule and budget deviations to meet management and project requirements.
  • Coordinate with production, planning, contracts, supply chain, finance, etc. to ensure successful project execution.
  • Evaluate performance, develop mitigation plans, and resolve subcontractor issues as needed.
  • Develop, monitor, and communicate program metrics (KPIs) including budget and schedule and prepare status reports and recovery plans to inform leadership and customers.
  • Work with risk managers to ensure risks and opportunities are properly captured, appropriate risk mitigation activities are identified, and risk mitigation is effective and communicate appropriate program metrics to leadership and customers.
  • Understand and adhere to applicable standards and laws, coordinating with various departments for successful project execution.
  • Manage conflict collaboratively and support meetings and tasks assigned by Business Area leadership

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelors' degree in a technical, computer science, engineering or business field
  • PMI Certified Program Management Professional (PMP)
  • 10+ years of relevant program management experience, 5+ of which should be within the Intel Community
  • Experience managing MSP engineering work associated with the design, development, maintenance, and testing of infrastructure for desktop application packaging and deployment technologies.
  • Knowledge of Clouds, Networking, and Enterprise architecture
  • Ability to represent the team and deliver status reports to internal and external leadership.
  • Excellent organizational and follow through skills.
  • Strong communication (written and verbal) skills.
  • Detail oriented with problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Advanced degree in an Engineering or a Technical field

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317
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 a technical, computer science, engineering, or business field
  • PMI Certified Program Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • 10+ years of relevant program management experience, including at least 5 years within the Intelligence Community
  • Experience managing MSP engineering work involving design, development, maintenance, and testing of infrastructure for desktop application packaging and deployment technologies
  • Knowledge of cloud technologies, networking, and enterprise architecture
  • Ability to represent the team and deliver status reports to internal and external leadership
  • Excellent organizational and follow-through skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Detail orientation and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Advanced degree in an engineering or technical field

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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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