Job Description
Join BAE Systems' Air & Space Force Solutions and be part of a diverse team that solves complex technical challenges. The Weapons Storage and Security System (WS3) Vault Modernization Program (VMP) modernizes vaults at various locations worldwide addressing issues such as vault-unlock codes diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortages and maintenance capabilities.
Key objectives of the project include developing a Vault Unlock Management System (VUMS) designing a Vault Motion Control System (VMCS) and implementing a Maintenance Data Network System (MDNS) to achieve NSA Certification and Nuclear Certification.
As a VMP team member you'll be part of a collaborative team working together to achieve program objectives. You'll enjoy a healthy work-life balance with flexible work arrangements collaborate with a talented team and contribute to a program critical to national security. You'll have opportunities for growth and development recognition for outstanding performance and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Apply now to join our team and be part of a diverse and enthusiastic group shaping the future of national security. Project members may travel to locations within and outside the United States.
The Role:
The Program Manager will be responsible for leading the Vault Modernization Program (VMP) and ensuring its successful execution. This includes managing program schedules budgets and resources as well as coordinating with stakeholders to meet program requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Program Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive program plans schedules and budgets to ensure successful program delivery aligning with organizational strategic objectives and meet NSA Certification and Nuclear Certification requirements
- Resource Management: Oversee and optimize program resources including personnel equipment and facilities to ensure compliance with Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) and cyber-security principles as well as relevant regulations and policies.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Foster collaborative relationships with stakeholders including government agencies contractors and team members to ensure program requirements are met including those outlined in the Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) and the System Requirements Document (SRD).
- Risk Management: Develop and manage program risk mitigation plans including those related to NSA Certification and Nuclear Certification to ensure proactive identification and mitigation of potential risks.
- Compliance and Governance: Ensure strict adherence to relevant regulations policies and procedures including those related to nuclear surety and cybersecurity to maintain program integrity and compliance.
- Program Management Expertise: Utilize agile methodologies lean principles and risk-based approaches to drive program flexibility efficiency and risk management.
- Digital and Data-Driven: Leverage digital technologies and data analytics to drive program innovation improvement and informed decision making.
- Governance and Performance: Emphasize governance compliance and performance management including metrics stakeholder management and change management to ensure program success and delivery.
- You are a visionary leader able to develop and implement strategic plans that drive business growth and innovation.
- You are a master collaborator able to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders including customers partners and team members.
- You are a creative problem-solver able to develop innovative solutions to complex problems.
- You are customer-focused with a deep understanding of customer needs and a commitment to delivering exceptional service.
- You are detail-oriented with a keen eye for detail and an ability to analyze complex data.
Required Education Experience & Skills
- Bachelor with 10+ years of experience in program management (+8 years with Masters) preferably in an engineering defense or aerospace program
- Proven track record of successful program delivery
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Experience with government contracts acquisition process requirements and Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL)
- Relevant experience is job-related work that provides the necessary knowledge skill and abilities to perform the role (position).
- Must be able to obtain Secret (or higher) security clearance
- Capable of creating required engineering documentation using Microsoft Office Suite products including Word PowerPoint Excel Project and Access
- Able to obtain Top Secret (or higher) security clearance
Preferred Education Experience & Skills
- Experience in testing commissioning and validation activities
- Familiar with Department of Defense programs
- Experience in requirement management software such as CAMEO
- Project Management Professional Certification
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $136000 - $231200
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.
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 with 10+ years of program management experience
- Proven track record of successful program delivery
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Experience with government contracts and acquisition process
- Must be able to obtain Secret security clearance
- Capable of creating engineering documentation using Microsoft Office Suite
- Able to obtain Top Secret security clearance
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