The Program Manager will oversee program execution ensure financial and technical objectives are met and manage customer relationships while fostering innovative problem-solving and team leadership.

Job Description
FAST Labs innovates science technology and engineering breakthroughs for some of the toughest technology challenges in the defense aerospace power and propulsion and security industries. This research and development (R&D) business within BAE Systems' Electronic Systems sector collaborates with business areas across the company's global enterprise to develop and implement advanced technology capabilities in the areas of advanced electronics autonomy cyber electronic warfare and sensors and processing.
We are looking for a Program Manager for the R3 product line within FAST Labs. R3 is the premier provider of advanced radio frequency electronic warfare microelectronics and cyber solutions. These solutions are advanced by constant innovation in mission applications algorithms integration approaches and materials. For more than 60 years BAE Systems has pioneered next-generation capabilities in electronic surveillance electronic protection and electronic attack. R3 leverages a foundational understanding of customer missions and threats gained through fielding and supporting a significant array of systems across the Department of War. Our mission is to exploit the entirety of the electromagnetic spectrum enabling optimal operation of our systems and to disrupt and defeat adversary platforms and networks. We create advanced components for the next generation of sensors actuators electronic warfare systems and cyber physical systems.
This Program Manager will manage coordinate plan organize control integrate and execute one or more programs simultaneously. They will ensure achievement of financial schedule and technical performance objectives. They will support new business capture as part of proposal development teams. They will be expected to model and demonstrate strong leadership in ethics safety and security.
The selected candidate will support programs with employees based out of Merrimack NH and Arlington VA. This position requires a comprehensive interface with Contracts Subcontracts Finance Procurement IT and Security functions within the company as well as with internal and external customers to ensure that the portfolio's financial schedule and technical objectives are met and that the highest level of customer satisfaction is achieved. You will have a significant opportunity to work with leaders in these areas and in the technical business areas defining future technology transition.
Key aspects of this role:

• Accountable for all aspects of program initiation planning and execution (cost schedule technical performance quality customer engagement etc.) and ensuring program commitments are met.
• Responsible and accountable to the Business for program execution profitability timeliness and overall success. Make decisions that are cost effective to the company and ensure assigned projects meet financial commitments and salients.
• Develop program/project plans specifying goals staffing needs schedule milestones risks and contingency plans.
• Assist with managing customer (internal and external) and supplier relationships to maintain a high level of customer engagement and satisfaction.
• Foster a culture of innovative problem solving performance excellence and continuous improvement
• Knowledge of life cycle management
• Knowledge of defense contract types
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management
• Strong communication skills

Because of the need for consistent in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.
Required Education Experience & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field with at least 8 years of experience or Master's degree with 6 years of experience.
• Active DoW Top Secret clearance and ability to obtain DoW SCI and SAP Security clearances
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced rapidly changing environment that requires a high degree of initiative and adaptability
• Strong Interpersonal and Leadership Skills - demonstrated experience being successful leading cross-functional teams
• Skilled communicator who influences and shapes the behavior and performance of teams executing complex requirements
• Strong presentation skills
• RF EW and cyber knowledge and experience are a major plus

Preferred Education Experience & Skills

• PMP certification

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035
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 Electronic Systems
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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron we push the limits of what is possible giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
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.