Technical Project Manager

Job Description

Recognized annually as a Top Workplace in Utah consecutively since 2018, employees at BAE Systems enjoy an exceptional work culture, employment stability, growth opportunities, and job satisfaction knowing they are helping to protect the country through the development of the most technological advancements in our nation's history. Our work culture thrives on hard work, innovation, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Air and Space Force Solutions, a business unit within BAE Systems, has an opening for a Project Technical Manager at our Hill Air Force Base, Utah location. The selected candidate will join our Information Services team and have an important role in supporting our mission of Strategic Deterrence through continual improvement and innovation. The position will have the following duties and responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage technical project(s) and serve as a liaison between the Program Management Office, our government customer, and our technical teams
• Prepare project execution plans and identify technical and business resources needed, review status of projects and budgets, manage schedules and prepare status reports
• Assess issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives while providing technical and analytical guidance to project team
• Meet often with primary contacts within the government to understand needs and direction of the program
• Assist customers in the development of current and future IT system requirements
• Evaluate plans and criteria for technical activities and recommend alternatives as required to comply with customer and company obligations
• Model and demonstrate strong leadership in ethics, safety, and security
• Ensure achievement of financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectives
• Conduct research in areas that require a high level of expertise and knowledge in areas of specialization
• Maintain knowledge in area of specialization and awareness of developments in related fields, including extensive contributions to proposal efforts when requested by management
• Direct project activities or segments of major projects, taking responsibility for achievement of schedule, cost, and technical performance objectives
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Competitive wages
• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition

Hill Air Force Base, Utah

10%

Pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship.

The applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance. An active Top Secret clearance is preferred but not required.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Experience and Education for this Position:

• High School diploma and 10+ years of related IT or Program Management experience, or
• BA/BS degree and 7+ years of related IT or Program Management experience, or
• MA/MS degree and 5+ years of related IT or Program Management experience

The successful applicant will display the following characteristics:

• Proven track record in project management
• Proven track record working with customers and building strong relationships
• Proven experience working in a DoD enterprise environment
• Working knowledge of network infrastructure and hardware
• Able to work independently and demonstrate strong initiative, complex problem solving skills, and an ability to organize assigned daily tasks and the tasks of subordinates with no supervision
• Strong communication skills (oral and written) as well as the ability to interact with team members, external vendors, various levels of management and internal clients with assorted levels of computer experience
• Committed to results and success in accomplishing goals
• Effective in developing and capturing metrics that reflect performance
• A fast learner with an ability to quickly understand different technologies
• Excellent customer service skills
• Experience with troubleshooting, identifying and solving issues

Pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship.

The applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance. An active Top Secret clearance is preferred but not required.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Prior experience in Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio
• Previous success in developing standards, process improvement, and managing processes
• Ability to review, analyze, document, and explain technical systems and data
• Experience with matrix organizations
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or similar
• Experience working in Microsoft Visio
• Experience reviewing construction blueprints and working on construction projects
• Experience in quality control and inspection oversight
• Lean Six Sigma Certification or similar
• Active security clearance preferred

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $91980 - $156330
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 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.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
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.