Technical program manager Jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

Program Manager

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with flexibility between working onsite and remotely. The role resides in the Precision Strike & Sensing Solutions (PS) business area. With facilities in Huntsville AL, Hudson, NH, and Cedar Rapids, IA; PS designs and manufactures state-of-the-art systems and technology that enable our customers to execute their precision strike missions.

BAE Precision Guidance and Sensor Solutions (PGSS) is seeking an experienced Program Manager to oversee the design, development, integration, and initial production of our Semi-Active Laser Guided Seeker into a classified weapon. The successful candidate will act as the overall Program Manager for the program from business winning through sustainment phase, and will direct the efforts of cross-functional teams over the program life cycle. The Program Manager will also serve as the primary liaison and POC with Prime customer and/or Government representatives on technical and project issues. The ideal Program Manager should have a strong understanding of program management fundamentals, possess the ability to align and inspire a cross-functional, geographically-diverse team to deliver on time and under budget.

In this job, you will:

• Direct all phases of program execution and performance. Manage programs with the Life Cycle Management (LCM) Framework for phase and gate reviews
• Manage program cost, schedule, risk, and technical objectives
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, including technical, manufacturing, and administrative staff
• Serve as the primary interface with the customer, leading program reviews, and resolving complex issues
• Establish and manage program milestones, deliverables, and risk mitigation plans
• Use earned value, schedule and R&O management principles
• Support proposal development for follow on production contracts including negotiations, changes, and execution of all program terms and deliverables
• Possess 7+ years of experience of managing projects as a Program Manager. Weapons-related programs or background preferred
• Manage Integrated Master Schedules, project budget management, and deliverables
• Possess strong leadership and organizational skills
• Possess strong communications skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of BAE Systems senior management regarding program performance status
• Have knowledge of hardware development and integration experience
• Strong risk and opportunity management

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree
• U.S Citizen
• Current security clearance of Secret
• Project Management or Project Engineering Management experience

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Master's Degree
• PMP Certification
• Understanding of BAE Systems portfolio of products/technologies
• Demonstrated expertise in program management processes including program scoping and planning, risk and opportunity management, earned value management, etc.
• Experience in Seeker or Weapons Technology
• Experience working with Intellectual Property
• Development program management experience (hardware, software, and systems)

Pay Information:

Full-Time Salary Range: $136000 - $231200

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 teammaking 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 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact for our customers and the communities we serve.