Job Description
BAE Systems is hiring a Director of Programs to join our team and assume a lead role in Maritime Solutions in Jacksonville Florida. You'll work with other exceptional professionals and find opportunities to learn and grow in your career while you help us deliver innovative projects. Most importantly with our culture of safety and innovation and the chance to make an impact on our business you'll build a career and life you can be proud of.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the execution of all programmatic functions throughout the shipyard including external communications with customers and senior leadership teams
- Drive innovation and solutions facilitating alignment of corporate investments with customer needs
- Develop and direct the overall program strategy across Navy and Commercial Ship Maintenance Repair Overhaul and Modernization Programs as well as Fabrication programs
- Oversee proposal and pre-production activities through leadership of the Program Management Office (PMO)
- Ensure successful execution of programs during pre-production production and availability closeout phases
- Ensure program compliance throughout all availabilities from initial solicitations to end of availability
- Develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and metrics to evaluate program performance using the Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
- Lead the PMO and Planning department responsible for BAE Systems Ship Repair Life Cycle Management (LCM) reporting and program execution
- Maintain and develop the Lifecycle Management System using the Earned Value Management System
- Work closely with Operations to ensure projects meet or exceed corporate financial goals
- Develop and manage schedules and planning products providing oversight of data-driven metrics to drive company performance
- Hold departments accountable for meeting schedule and cost goals throughout each project
- Develop people including succession planning education and training to improve skills engagement and performance
- Instill a culture of Safety Health and Environmental (SHE) excellence throughout the organization
Required Education Experience & Skills
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering Project Management Business Development Finance or similar field and 12 years of related work experience or equivalent experience
- Experience in Program Management/PMO
- Experience in Cross-functional Team Leadership to deliver commitments
- Experience in People Management/Leadership
- Experience in Shipbuilding Ship Repair Maritime or similar industry
- Knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Items (Repair) and Commercial standards
- Ability to develop concepts plans schedules and budgets and effectively communicate them to the team to align cross-functional goals
- Ability to organize and prioritize project schedules and requirements on short-term and long-term basis
- Ability to monitor performance through KPIs and metrics analyze data and deliver status reports and presentations to leadership and customers
- Ability to identify analyze and understand problems and collaborate to explore creative solutions
- Ability to lead mentor coach train and support succession planning
- Ability to manage stakeholders influence and negotiate
- Strong planning coordination and organization skills
- Good reasoning and decision-making skills
- Strong collaboration skills to foster a team culture
- Effective communication and presentation skills
Preferred Education Experience & Skills
- Master's Degree or MBA
- Professional or Technical Certification (PMP)
- Experience in the Defense Ship Repair
- Experience in Lifecycle Management (LCM)
- Experience in Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Experience in Process Improvement Change Management or Transformational Leadership
- Strong Business and Financial Acumen
- Ability to hold yourself and others accountable
- Ability to remain agile in a dynamic environment
- Advanced Data Analytics and Reporting skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $173023 - $294137
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 Platforms & Services
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.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles naval guns missile launchers and ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around and we think you will too.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Project Management Business Development Finance or similar field
- 12 years of related work experience or equivalent experience
- Experience in Program Management/PMO
- Experience in Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Experience in People Management/Leadership
- Experience in Shipbuilding Ship Repair Maritime or similar industry
- Knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Items (Repair) and Commercial standards
- Ability to develop concepts plans schedules and budgets
- Strong collaboration skills to foster a team culture
- Effective communication and presentation skills
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BAE Systems Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Healthcare Strength—Multiple Cigna-administered medical options plus dental vision telehealth/behavioral resources and an EAP indicate comprehensive coverage depth. The package also includes items like transgender healthcare and abortion travel support.
- Parental & Family Support—Paid bonding leave is provided in the U.S. (e.g. 160 hours for full-time within the first year) alongside adoption assistance fertility and surrogacy benefits. Childcare resources and related family supports are also highlighted.
- Retirement Support—A 401(k) savings plan with company matching is offered with official materials noting availability across many business units. Investment guidance and planning tools are provided through Empower.
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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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