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Manage subcontract execution and supplier capacity to meet production rates while leading cross-functional teams and ensuring supply base readiness. | Requires experience in supply chain planning, subcontract management, negotiation skills, leadership of multi-discipline teams, and ability to communicate with senior management and suppliers. | Job Description In this role you will: • Oversee all supply base ramp activities for assigned suppliers. • Manage the execution of subcontracts for funding of suppliers to ensure they can meet BAE Systems delivery rates. • Partner with Supply Chain Planning, General Procurement and Subcontracts to ensure the supply base is well prepared for increases in production rates. • Validate suppliers' current capacity and abilities to meet BAE Systems long term production rates. • Author, manage and influence the creation of long-term pricing agreements with the supply base. • Participate and support Supply Chain Risk Management activities within the PGSS product line. • Support Dual sourcing activities remaining aligned to production programs long term strategies. Who you are: • Ability to work independently, as well as manage cross functional program teams on all subcontract related issues; multi-tasking is crucial for success. • Must be able to assess, prioritize, drive issues to closure and be assertive when required. • Exercises discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties. • Exhibits best practice work habits and collaborates with other subcontract team members to promote operational excellence and completeness. • Models and demonstrates strong leadership in ethics, safety, corporate responsibility, and security. About BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support. Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters. 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. Required Skills and Education • Ability to travel approximately 10-15% of the time • Bachelor's degree in a related field of study • Experience in Supply Chain Planning, Subcontracts & Supply Chain Management • Strong demonstrated negotiation skills and strategies • Experience in new business capture to include proposals • Experience developing long-term strategies and tactical plans to achieve enterprise objectives. • Successful, proven record of leading and managing multi-discipline project teams • Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on relationship building, leading through influence, and the ability to effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) at all levels • Ability to develop plans specifying goals, staffing, scheduling, identification of risks, contingency plans, and allocation of available resources • Ability to communicate with senior management regarding supply base performance (cost / schedule / resources / risk) as well as performance to financial objectives • Experience communicating externally either with customers or suppliers • Technical and business acumen Preferred Skills and Education • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering or Operations • Master's Degree in Engineering and/or Business Administration • Prior experience in Planning, General Procurement, & Subcontracts. • Experience leading cross-functional teams Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) • Program Management Institute's (PMI) Program Management Professional (PMP) certification • Demonstrated Risk Management experience • Experience with information systems such as Oracle • Knowledge of acquisition policies and procedures with associated knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) • Significant experience managing the development and compliance of requirements (SOWs, specifications, contractual terms, etc.) • Strong organizational skills to handle many overlapping projects simultaneously
Lead and manage strategic campaign development and execution to drive growth and revenue in defense programs. | Requires extensive experience in campaign strategy, business development, defense contracting, and leadership of high-performing teams. | Job Description BAE Systems is hiring a Director- Programs – Campaign Lead to support our Combat Mission Systems (CMS) business – Ground Maneuver Futures. The role will serve as a Campaign Director to develop, lead, and manage strategies for AMPV and Bradley Fighting Vehicles. The Director will be responsible for identifying opportunities, analyzing strategic relevance, and creating and executing comprehensive plans to introduce new products and drive growth and revenue. This role will lead cross-functional collaboration, strategic development, business case analysis, and effective communication and relationship management both internally and externally. Responsibilities: • Develop and execute an integrated strategic Campaign aligning with business objectives and customer needs to win in the US Army’s new Transformation in Contact (TIC) environment • Lead a team of capture professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and development opportunities • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including market creation, communications, program management, and product development to ensure campaign alignment and effective execution • Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to inform campaign strategy and tactics • Conduct business case analyses to identify opportunities, assess risks, and evaluate return on investment (ROI) • Create and present compelling business cases to internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership and customers • Develop and manage campaign budgets, ensuring effective resource allocation and ROI • Foster strong relationships with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders to drive campaign success • Optimize the Department of War (DoW) Acquisition Processes, for both domestic and international markets • Understand the Department of War (DoW) budgetary process and develop strategies to shape POM decisions • Stay current on DoW and Army published priorities and documentation impacting Ground Maneuver Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Active Clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance • Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience • Proven track record of developing and executing successful campaigns that drive growth and revenue • Experience in Business Development, Capture Management, Campaign Strategy, Strategic Market Development/Growth, or related • Experience in Strategic Campaign Development • Experience in Business Case analysis and ROI evaluation • Experience in Defense (DoD) Contracting or similar industries • Experience in People Management, including developing and managing high-performing teams • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities and deadlines • Ability to effectively articulate complex ideas to diverse audiences • Strong leadership and team management skills • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Excellent communication and presentation skills Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Master's Degree in Business, Strategy, or a related field • Certification in Business Analysis, Capture, Program Management, or a related (e.g., CBAP, CMM) • Experience in the Aerospace and Defense with a focus on Armored Personnel Carriers, Infantry Fighting Vehicles, or related technologies • Experience with Campaign Management tools and technologies (e.g., CRM, marketing automation, etc.) • Experience briefing senior executives and senior Defense department stakeholders on complex topics 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.
Design, develop, and maintain secure and scalable API gateways within a cloud-based infrastructure. | Requires 10+ years experience, API gateway expertise, cloud and security certifications, and strong programming and communication skills. | Job Description BAE Systems is looking for an Senior Systems Engineer skilled in API gateway design & development to join our technical program driving the Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) cloud platform that supports collection, management and analysis of digital engineering information in an architecture that provides seamless digital thread and enables tool interoperability, including data structures suitable for AI applications. We are looking for a skilled API Gateway Systems Engineer to design, develop, test, and deploy secure and scalable API gateways. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of our API gateways, as well as collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate APIs with various systems and services. This program delivers engineering services for Linux and Windows cloud-based infrastructure as well as sophisticated enterprise computing infrastructure including end-point devices, Cloud services, virtualized applications, and storage systems. Enterprise Computing Engineering services include modern application technology including containerized solutions with orchestrated workflows. Our platform uses a mix of Open Source, Government-off-the-Shelf (GOTS) and Commercial off-the-Shelf (COTS) software and targets cloud-native constructs. The environment offers a secure-by-default configuration, implementing an Infrastructure-as-Code approach, and governance policies. We follow a mostly Agile workflow and adhere to DevSecOps principles. We value fast iteration and a customer-oriented approach while being mindful about security. This is a fast paced, challenging, and career rewarding experience to recruit and develop top talent and solutions on one of the most complex and high-profile programs within the government customer community. Responsibilities: • Provide IT technical services and technical expertise in systems, technical infrastructure, tools, modeling, external interfaces, and other technical areas • Design, implement, and manage the central entry point for microservices architectures, handling request routing, security, rate limiting, and traffic management. • Design and develop API gateways using industry-standard protocols and technologies. • Create and maintain API documentation, including API definitions, data models, and usage guidelines. • Implement security measures to protect APIs from unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security threats. • Ensure compliance with relevant security standards, regulations, and industry best practices. • Optimize API gateway performance, scalability, and reliability to meet business requirements. • Monitor and analyze API traffic, identifying bottlenecks and areas for improvement. • Integration and Collaboration: • Collaborate with development teams to integrate APIs with various systems, services, and applications. • Work with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions. • Develop and execute test plans to validate API functionality, security, and performance. • Identify and resolve defects, ensuring high-quality API gateways. • Deploy and maintain COTS applications in a cloud-based environment • Work with internal engineering resources as well as customer end-users to design and enhance the user interfaces for supported applications, maintaining responsive designs that accommodate challenging technical and functional requirements • Support operations functions, including root cause identification, remediation and documentation (e.g., user guides, ‘how to’ guides, infrastructure diagrams) • Work closely with clients and cross-functional departments on technical issues including software system troubleshooting and maintenance and to communicate project statuses • Monitor system performance • Prepare technical presentations for government and senior leadership • Work effectively in a team environment • Work across infrastructure that contains both Linux and Windows • Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical, management and customer both written and verbally • Utilize robust troubleshooting skills • Instill and apply solid engineering rigor, to include configuration management, testing • Develop/engineer as part of an Agile scrum team #LI-DE1 XYZ Required Education, Experience, & Skills We are actively seeking candidates with a minimum of 10 years' relevant experience. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a STEM field is required. Specific skills include the following: • At a minimum, meet DoDD 8140 requirements (Security+ CE Certification) • Expertise working with Windows platforms and COTS applications in cloud environments • 5+ years of experience with API gateway technologies (Broadcom API experience is strongly preferred) • Strong understanding of API design principles, security best practices, and industry-standard protocols • Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C#. • Experience with cloud-based technologies, including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform. • Familiarity with containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes). • Excellent communication and collaboration skills. • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. • Ability to work in an Agile development environment. • Solid engineering rigor • Expert troubleshooting and solutioning skills, including investigating log files to discover root-cause for challenges • Experience with Cloud architecture and system design • Demonstrated experience with system testing and validation • Strong documentation skills Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • API-related certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer, Azure API Management Certified) • Experience with API management platforms (e.g., MuleSoft, Apigee) • Broadcom API gateway technologies experience • Experience with service mesh technologies (e.g., Istio, Linkerd) • Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) • Experience with Cloud solution optimization • Experience with ServiceNow • Familiarity with customer system security requirements and processes • Other Cloud experience (Azure, Google, Oracle, IBM) • Integration of virtualized applications and application streaming or layering techniques • Assist with leading and overseeing a total system perspective including technical understanding of relationships, dependencies and requirements of cloud services, infrastructure and security domains • Experience designing APIs such as REST or GraphQL and event-driven systems • Experience with API Gateways, catalogs • Experience integrating complex systems using APIs, message queues, streaming platforms, and ETL pipelines Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317 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.
Lead strategic development and customer engagement initiatives to support business growth and stakeholder relationships. | Requires a bachelor's degree and experience in strategic development, communication, and project management, preferably in aerospace, defense, or government sectors. | Job Description We are currently recruiting for a Strategic Development Specialist I for the BAE Systems, Inc. Space and Mission Systems (SMS) Sector’s Strategic Operations (StratOps) Strategic Capabilities Unit in the Washington, DC area. The Strategic Development Specialist I will support company activities related to strategic development, customer engagement, and business development, spanning BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems (SMS) Sector’s customers, such as the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the Department of War (DoW), and the Intelligence Community (IC). This position reports to the Manager, Strategic Development in Strategic Operations. The reporting location for the position is Arlington, VA. The Strategic Operations (StratOps) Strategic Capabilities Unit, consists of Washington DC Operations, Marketing & Communications and Strategic Development. The StratOps team promotes and elevates the business within our markets, works with customers and industry to influence and drive growth and facilitate collaboration across the business enterprise to increase opportunities. What You’ll Do: • Lead development of value-added products that inform SMS Business Units’ strategies. • Develop, coordinate, and implement contact plans for SMS customers and stakeholders. • Represent BAE Systems AMS in the Washington, DC area by attending and distributing analysis of stakeholder/customer meetings and industry association activities. • Draft content for white papers, talking points, presentations, and materials to support stakeholder/customer meetings. • Provide assessments of markets and business opportunities, in coordination with the Market & Competitive Intelligence team within StratOps. • Ensure coordination of BAE Systems SMS messaging, consistent with strategies and goals. • Provide research and analysis on key policies and legislation impacting the BAE Systems AMS customer communities, including DoW, NASA, and other relevant stakeholders. • Foster informative relationships with SMS customers, partners, and industry stakeholders. • Develop subject matter expertise in SMS programs, pursuits, and capabilities. • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment. • Perform other duties as necessary. On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required. Working Conditions: • Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor. Required Education, Experience, & Skills • BS/BA in a related field. • Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education. #LI-SW2 A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • BS/BA in public policy, communication, engineering, or business. • Experience working at DoW, NASA, in Congress, or with an aerospace/defense contractor. • Exceptional project management skills. • Ability to manage work with limited direction and self-identify opportunities to add value. • Excellent communication skills. • Experience developing messaging and high-quality presentations for senior leaders. • Demonstrated interpersonal skills in relevant business environments with collaboration skills. • Willing and able to work in a dynamic environment and possess an innovative spirit. • Effective in working with people at all levels and willing to contribute wherever needed. • Ability and willingness to travel. Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $64926 - $110374 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 Space & Mission 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. Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most. 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. Multiple positions may be available on this opening.
Manage supply chain and logistics operations to optimize cost, supplier performance, and operational efficiency. | Requires extensive supply chain experience, technical procurement knowledge, and ability to work with military personnel and government standards. | Job Description The selected candidate will provide daily on-site technical procurement support for a government agency in support of the cable infrastructure, wideband systems, and network infrastructure for a robust government network. Specifically, the selected candidate will work closely with military personnel for the operations and maintenance (O&M), install, testing and training of communication systems. Will identify and collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to introduce new and innovative technologies and processes to improve margins and service delivery. Monitor and evaluate markets trends, intervene to manage/mitigate the impact of supply shortfalls or price adjustments. Ensure appropriate cost or price analysis is performed to determine the reasonableness of the suppliers bid. Experience with purchasing multiple commodities and tasks involved in a fast-paced no fail work environment required in the support of telecommunications systems. Will also provide end-to-end support equipment and services, including instrument placement, infrastructure and other required services to provide telecommunications related connectivity within and external to the customer. The selected candidate will be expected to work extended hours when necessary and will be expected to be self-reliant and fully capable of performing the required duties with little to no direct supervision or support. This position is located in Washington DC. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to Washington DC or surrounding areas.Required Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Supply Chain or in a related field of study and at least 6 years of related experience OR Associate degree and at least 8 years experience of related experience OR High School diploma and at least 10 years of related experience or equivalent education/certifications/experience Direct experience with telecommunications procurements for integration design, installation and support Current SSBI/T5R adjudicated within the past three years (must be able to pass additional access screenings) Supply/logistics certification such as: Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) Certified Logistics Associates (CLA) Certified Logistics Technician (CLT) Experience working with cross-functional teams Knowledge of inventory, supply chain and budgeting management Working knowledge of developing RFQ/RFP, contracts, preparing financial analysis, negotiations, and PO documentation Technical capability in order to communicate effectively with design / component engineering on quality improvement topics and cost reduction / design change opportunities both internally and within the supply base Helpdesk experience ability to resolve trouble tickets between various technical work centers Excellent interpersonal skills in order to grow supplier relationships in order to support our business needs Experience with customer trouble ticketing systems (JIRA) Strong problem solving techniques for complex troubles with telecommunication instruments, equipment, circuits, channels, and trunk troubles where limited standardization exists Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Knowledge of ITAR restrictions, and FAR/DFAR requirements Previous work experience in the defense industry Supplier audit experience APICS certification or Certified Supply Chain Certification (CSCP) APQP knowledge Ability to be self-reliant Ability to professionally interact with high level military officers and civilian officials on a daily basis Quality assurance experience with both new and upgraded telecommunications systems Trainer / training experience Positive service oriented attitude Military experience / knowledge of customs and courtesies Experience with larger enterprise IP networks and related networking equipment Knowledge of DoD policies and procedures with regard to the installation, configuration, and management of Cisco IP Systems Experience with the development and presentation of briefings Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $99410 - $168997 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.
Oversee supplier quality management systems, lead auditing teams, and drive continuous improvement. | Bachelor's degree and 8+ years in Quality Assurance with 3+ years management experience, plus proficiency in ISO 9001 and Six Sigma. | Job Description What’s it like working for a company that makes a national impact? Inspiring. At BAE Systems, the work that you do will help keep some of the nation's biggest defense programs streamlined and on-time. We are currently hiring a Supplier Quality Manager to join our Combat Mission Systems team that helps keep the U.S. Navy and Army mission ready. Make a difference doing work you can be proud of and collaborate with a team that shares a passion of helping to protect our nation. Here, you'll be rewarded for the work you do and provided with the resources to help you along the way. As a leader, you will be a vital part in creating a culture that brings out the best in people. We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead our supplier quality assurance efforts. As a Supplier Quality Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the ISO9001 auditing team as well other supplier Quality Programs, managing a team of certified auditors and Certified 6 sigma SQEs. This position will ensure compliance with supplier quality management systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and identify and address quality issues, develop corrective actions, and maintain a robust supply base. As a Supplier Quality Manager, you will be responsible for: The overall management and auditing of the Quality Management Systems of our suppliers; Managing and staffing a team of auditors and SQEs, conducting performance reviews, and supporting employee development; Performing leadership responsibilities such as setting departmental objectives in line with overall business objectives; Consulting, collaborating, and working as a liaison with other departments and internal/external customers to provide the support required to successfully evaluate and bring closure to any quality issues, including detailing root cause and corrective action; Fostering and building a culture of quality first; Directing activities for prevention of nonconformances by developing action plans through which positive determination of causes, corrective actions, and follow-up activities are identified; Supporting the onboarding of new suppliers and managing the BAE Approved Supplier List; Supporting and maintaining a safe work environment and ensuring compliance with safety objectives and policies; Assisting in the development and/or modification of specifications and procedures to the extent that they conform to existing or improved quality levels; Providing assistance with technical customer support including leading support for customer audits; Overseeing review of technical documents for customer orders and supplier purchase orders; Generating technical reports as necessary. Physical Requirements: This role is a remote position but will requires presence in a manufacturing or fabrication environment on occasion. The incumbent must be able to access and safely navigate production areas which may include climbing, kneeling, stooping, and working in confined spaces. Must also be able to comply with all requirements including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with company policy. Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and 8 years directly related experience in a Quality Assurance/Quality Control role and 3 years of supervisory and/or management experience, or the overall equivalent. • Working experience operating within ISO 9001 standard. • Direct knowledge of TQM, SPC, AS9100, ISO9001 and state-of-the-art analytical quality assurance methodologies. • Motivated leader to drive continuous improvement by leading through example and working with and developing teams. • Six Sigma certified (black belt preferred) experience with a proven track record of driving quality performance. • As a skilled negotiator and trusted advisor, able to work effectively with customers and resolve customer complaints as well as work closely with supply base Sr leadership. • Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact and disseminate information with individuals at all levels in the organization. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Ability to collaborate, coach, guide, and offer training. Excellent organizational skills. Computer skills to include MS Office Suite and ability to work with industry related software. ASQ Certification preferred. Six Sigma Black Belt preferred Experience managing quality assurance program in support of DOD contracts. Formal training in root cause analysis and corrective action. 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 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.
Lead development and improvement of enterprise program management standards, oversee proposal operations, and drive strategic program excellence. | Bachelor's degree, 12+ years experience including defense program leadership, Earned Value Management expertise, and ability to obtain Secret Security Clearance. | Job Description BAE Systems is hiring a Director of Program Capability reporting into the Program Excellence organization within Combat Mission Systems (CMS) business. The Program Excellence team provides strategic and thought leadership to Project, Program, and Portfolio Management for the CMS business area with annual sales of approximately $3B and over 160 program managers. The Director is responsible for establishing and continuously improving the enterprise program management capabilities to drive consistent, compliant, and successful program execution across the business. This leader oversees proposal execution processes, program management standards, knowledge management, training, organizational performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives. Working closely with Program Management, Business Development, Finance, Supply Chain, Operations, and executive leadership, this role ensures the organization has the people, processes, tools, and governance necessary to successfully win and execute complex defense programs. The role will report to the Sr. Director of Program Excellence. Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely (averaging 3 days onsite weekly). For this position, we will consider someone working out of any one of the major Combat Mission Systems locations: York PA, Sterling Heights MI, Louisville KY, or Maple Grove MN. There may be 10-25% of travel. Responsibilities: Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team responsible for proposal excellence, program management processes, training, knowledge management, and organizational performance metrics Establish clear goals, priorities, and individual development plans aligned with organizational objectives Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, accountability, and customer focus Conduct regular performance reviews, provide coaching and feedback, and recognize individual and team accomplishments Hire and onboard high-caliber talent with expertise in program management, proposal operations, process improvement, knowledge management, and training Partner with the CMS program manager community to provide program management expertise and assist with proposal execution, process development, knowledge management, and organizational KPIs to ensure successful program planning and execution Lead the development and continuous improvement of the enterprise Program Performance Review (PPR) process, ensuring executive leadership receives accurate, actionable insights into program performance, key risks, recovery plans, and organizational trends Provide maintenance to existing program management processes and best practices to meet the needs of the business, improving and streamlining all facets of program management Lead the enterprise proposal management process from opportunity planning through proposal submission Support proposal teams by providing program execution expertise, transition planning, and execution strategy Capture and implement lessons learned from proposal activities Develop proposal playbooks, templates, and best practices Successfully partner with program management teams and functional leaders to implement PM training roadmap Promote consistency across all programs within CMS, ensure existing and improved processes remain in compliance with EVMS System Description and DOD Earned Value Management System Interpretation Guide Drive continuous process improvement of CMS Integrated Program Management/Business Management System processes based on program performance and customer feedback Support cross-segment and BAE Systems, Inc. program management initiatives Support CMS Program Management in Lifecycle Management Support the Program Management function for internal/external audits Required Education, Experience, & Skills Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience Experience leading, developing, and managing a high-performing team of professionals, including direct responsibility for hiring, coaching, performance management, and talent development Knows what "good" looks like and can quickly identify process, training, and execution gaps Experience in Knowledge Management and Training large groups/organizations Demonstrated success leading major Defense proposals Experience managing large, complex programs; directly responsible for profit and loss Experience managing program/project performance, cost control, and schedule adherence using Earned Value Management (EVM) principles Expertise in Data Analytics and Reporting Experience in Data Visualization, including Power BI or similar tools Experience in Continuous Improvement Experience in Cross-functional Team environments Ability to execute strategic plans to achieve performance goals Ability to lead cross-functional teams through influence, engagement, and feedback Ability to interface with and present to senior leaders and customers in an accurate, concise, and understandable manner Ability to be agile and manage changing expectations Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong presentation skills Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Master's Degree PM Certification Extensive experience in large Defense (DoD) Contracting programs Expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) Contemporary design/development program experience Contemporary stage gate and design review experience Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $138267 - $235053 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.
Lead development and maintenance of complex program plans and schedules to support program execution and decision-making. | Experienced in program planning, schedule analysis, stakeholder communication, and proficient in scheduling tools with strong organizational and analytical skills. | Job Description BAE Systems’ Combat Vehicles Master Planning and Scheduling group is a trusted business partner within the Program Management function that establishes, statuses, updates, and delivers plans and schedules that enable program decision-making and support delivery of quality products and capabilities to our customers and, ultimately, the warfighter. Our mission is to develop, maintain, and deploy planning and scheduling expertise within the Combat Vehicles business to promote and enable robust, disciplined, and consistent program planning, monitoring, and control. Our people are our strength and, as such, we are committed to employee growth and development and supporting employees in building long-term careers at BAE Systems. In addition to challenging day-to-day assignments, employees are encouraged to pursue special projects, participate in formal and informal mentoring programs and networking events, and rotate into different roles with increasing levels of responsibility. A Master Planner/Scheduler creates and maintains complex detailed program plans and schedules (Integrated Master Plans, IMPs, and Integrated Master Schedules, IMSs) that guide program execution and serve as the baseline against which performance is measured. Working closely with Program Managers, Control Account Managers, and Work Package Managers (WPMs), the Master Planner/Scheduler documents the tasks necessary for successful program execution. In partnership with the Program Finance team, the Master Planner/Scheduler communicates schedule status and performance to date to the program team as well as makes predictions about future performance. This position is a senior level and requires experience. Responsibilities of a Senior Master Planner include performing and leading the following: • Developing compliant program schedules constructed with the necessary level of detail and logic such that the schedule is a valuable program management tool • Horizontal and vertical integration of program plans and schedules across company functional groups including finance, engineering, procurement, operations, manufacturing, and quality • Preparing regular Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) updates and reports for program management, customers, and/or business management personnel • Monitoring progress against scheduled activities and identifying performance variances to facilitate focus on critical areas as well as developing and implementing work-around or recovery plans • Analyzing schedules including critical & driving paths and risk & opportunity in compliance with Combat Vehicles, customer, and industry requirements • Timely preparation and submission of contract deliverables related to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and Integrated Master Plan (IMP) • Ensuring that all schedules and contract deliverables are fully compliant with internal policies, customer, and industry requirements Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience. Work experience considered in lieu of formal education • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment • Strong interpersonal skills to interact with diverse work teams • Effective organization and communication skills • Coachable with a desire to learn • Analytical and problem solving skills • Continuous improvement mindset • Ability to develop solutions to complex problems using ingenuity & innovation • Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures • Proficient in OpenPlan and MS Project or other planning software • Ability to assemble and present data and multi-faceted matters in a meaningful way to stakeholders outside of the Master Planning and Scheduling team • Understanding of Earned Value Management principles Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Experience with AcumenFuse, AcumenRisk, Milestones Pro, Oracle, and/or Cobra • Experience with program schedule forecasting and analysis, particularly in a US Defense of Defense (DoD) program environment • Thorough understanding of US DoD schedule policies and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) requirements • Willingness to challenge and improve knowledge of industry practices and standards as well as company policies • Proven track record of developing and maintaining professional and effective relationships with internal and external customers Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $101398 - $172377 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.
Lead software project team managing development, integration, testing, and delivery of vehicle-level software. | Bachelor's degree with 6-8 years experience, software engineering process knowledge, earned value management, and ability to obtain security clearance. | Job Description What’s it like to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing, and that is exactly what happens at BAE Systems. Join a company devoted to your professional development and experience a unique camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. The Role The Software Project Manager reports to a functional manager under the Electrical Software and Controls (ESC) Engineering Director and is matrixed to a combat vehicle Program Engineering Director. In this role, you will lead a project team of 25-30 software engineers supporting a family of combat vehicles. The scope includes software development within the BAE Systems Platforms and Services sector, as well as the management of outsourced software subcontracts. You will hold primary responsibility for vehicle-level software integration, encompassing in-house development, subcontracted software, and government-furnished software and equipment. Integration and testing efforts range from low-level hardware/software integration to full vehicle-level integration and formal software qualification testing. Work-Life Balance We operate on a 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off) and utilize a hybrid approach that balances on-site collaboration and onboarding support with the flexibility of remote work. Key Responsibilities • Engineering Oversight: Lead all software engineering phases, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, testing, verification, final delivery, and maintenance. • Compliance & Quality: Coordinate with Software Quality Assurance and Software Configuration Management to ensure rigorous standards. Partner with Safety Engineering to ensure safety-critical requirements are accurately recorded and drive the appropriate level of rigor in architecture and design. • Execution & Delivery: Ensure the on-time delivery of high-quality contract deliverables, targeting a 90%+ first-pass customer acceptance rate. • Process Leadership: Maintain team discipline and rigor in accordance with tailored Business Management System (BMS) Procedures, tailoring process assets for the software domain as required. • Financial & Resource Management: Oversee assigned Control Accounts and Work Packages, monitoring progress and taking corrective action to meet cost, quality, performance, and schedule constraints. • Planning & Proposals: Develop software staffing forecasts, estimates, and Basis of Estimates (BoEs) for proposal efforts, ensuring they are executable and affordable. Coordinate with Software Functional Management for BoE review and approval. • Milestone Management: Plan software project schedules and builds to align with vehicle-level development. Lead formal milestone reviews with US Government customers, including SRR, PDR, CDR, and TRR. • Technical Evaluation: Evaluate software requirements and designs to ensure consistency with higher-level performance requirements, customer needs, and the Statement of Work. • Stakeholder Collaboration: Guide the team in collaborative problem-solving and resolve cross-disciplinary conflicts to optimize system performance, reliability, and cost. Maintain the stakeholder matrix to ensure engagement across systems, electrical, mechanical, safety, and cybersecurity engineering. • Communication & Risk Management: Proactively communicate with functional and program leadership. Promptly identify and elevate emerging risks, issues, and opportunities to ensure management awareness. • Team Leadership: Provide clear, concise direction to project personnel. Provide unbiased, constructive Performance and Development Review (PDR) inputs and collaborate with functional managers to provide staff with growth and development opportunities. • External Representation: Prepare and present project metrics and technical status at formal reviews and technical interchange meetings, maintaining the technical reputation of BAE Systems with customers and industry partners. Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline plus 8 years relevant experience; or a master’s degree and 6 years of experience; or a Ph.D. and 4 years of experience. • Practical knowledge and experience with applicable software engineering processes. • Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and Control Account Manager (CAM) / Work Package Manager (WPM) responsibilities. • Familiarity with CANbus and Ethernet communications. • Contemporary design/development experience such as object oriented, model-based design, DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines. • Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and collaboration skills. • Ability to conduct effective meetings, discussions, and presentations. • Experience in management at the Software Project Lead level or one level lower (e.g., managing the software architecture development, software implementation, software integration, or software test portion of a software project). • Working knowledge of the software safety domain, including a basic understanding of MIL-STD-882E or DO-178C compliance. • Working knowledge of the cybersecurity domain, including a basic understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and the requirements and process to obtain/maintain Authority to Operate (ATO). • Must be able to obtain and retain a Secret Clearance. • May consider candidates with additional experience for a more senior role. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Practical knowledge and experience with applicable software management processes, engineering development processes, process tailoring and process improvement • Working knowledge of a process improvement framework used in software engineering, such as Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) or Automotive Software Process Improvement and Capability dEtermination (ASPICE) • Cybersecurity certification • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification through the Project Management Institute (PMI) • Combat vehicle subject matter expertise • Experience managing software subcontracts • Current Secret Clearance #LI-Hybrid #LI-JR1 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 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.
Lead large-scale technology transformation programs with cross-functional teams and vendor oversight. | Experienced project manager with strong leadership, stakeholder management, and delivery skills but limited direct software engineering or defense industry experience. | Job Description What’s it like to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing, and that is exactly what happens at BAE Systems. Join a company devoted to your professional development and experience a unique camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. The Role The Software Project Manager reports to a functional manager under the Electrical Software and Controls (ESC) Engineering Director and is matrixed to a combat vehicle Program Engineering Director. In this role, you will lead a project team of 25-30 software engineers supporting a family of combat vehicles. The scope includes software development within the BAE Systems Platforms and Services sector, as well as the management of outsourced software subcontracts. You will hold primary responsibility for vehicle-level software integration, encompassing in-house development, subcontracted software, and government-furnished software and equipment. Integration and testing efforts range from low-level hardware/software integration to full vehicle-level integration and formal software qualification testing. Work-Life Balance We operate on a 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off) and utilize a hybrid approach that balances on-site collaboration and onboarding support with the flexibility of remote work. Key Responsibilities • Engineering Oversight: Lead all software engineering phases, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, testing, verification, final delivery, and maintenance. • Compliance & Quality: Coordinate with Software Quality Assurance and Software Configuration Management to ensure rigorous standards. Partner with Safety Engineering to ensure safety-critical requirements are accurately recorded and drive the appropriate level of rigor in architecture and design. • Execution & Delivery: Ensure the on-time delivery of high-quality contract deliverables, targeting a 90%+ first-pass customer acceptance rate. • Process Leadership: Maintain team discipline and rigor in accordance with tailored Business Management System (BMS) Procedures, tailoring process assets for the software domain as required. • Financial & Resource Management: Oversee assigned Control Accounts and Work Packages, monitoring progress and taking corrective action to meet cost, quality, performance, and schedule constraints. • Planning & Proposals: Develop software staffing forecasts, estimates, and Basis of Estimates (BoEs) for proposal efforts, ensuring they are executable and affordable. Coordinate with Software Functional Management for BoE review and approval. • Milestone Management: Plan software project schedules and builds to align with vehicle-level development. Lead formal milestone reviews with US Government customers, including SRR, PDR, CDR, and TRR. • Technical Evaluation: Evaluate software requirements and designs to ensure consistency with higher-level performance requirements, customer needs, and the Statement of Work. • Stakeholder Collaboration: Guide the team in collaborative problem-solving and resolve cross-disciplinary conflicts to optimize system performance, reliability, and cost. Maintain the stakeholder matrix to ensure engagement across systems, electrical, mechanical, safety, and cybersecurity engineering. • Communication & Risk Management: Proactively communicate with functional and program leadership. Promptly identify and elevate emerging risks, issues, and opportunities to ensure management awareness. • Team Leadership: Provide clear, concise direction to project personnel. Provide unbiased, constructive Performance and Development Review (PDR) inputs and collaborate with functional managers to provide staff with growth and development opportunities. • External Representation: Prepare and present project metrics and technical status at formal reviews and technical interchange meetings, maintaining the technical reputation of BAE Systems with customers and industry partners. Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline plus 8 years relevant experience; or a master’s degree and 6 years of experience; or a Ph.D. and 4 years of experience. • Practical knowledge and experience with applicable software engineering processes. • Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and Control Account Manager (CAM) / Work Package Manager (WPM) responsibilities. • Familiarity with CANbus and Ethernet communications. • Contemporary design/development experience such as object oriented, model-based design, DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines. • Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and collaboration skills. • Ability to conduct effective meetings, discussions, and presentations. • Experience in management at the Software Project Lead level or one level lower (e.g., managing the software architecture development, software implementation, software integration, or software test portion of a software project). • Working knowledge of the software safety domain, including a basic understanding of MIL-STD-882E or DO-178C compliance. • Working knowledge of the cybersecurity domain, including a basic understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and the requirements and process to obtain/maintain Authority to Operate (ATO). • Must be able to obtain and retain a Secret Clearance. • May consider candidates with additional experience for a more senior role. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Practical knowledge and experience with applicable software management processes, engineering development processes, process tailoring and process improvement • Working knowledge of a process improvement framework used in software engineering, such as Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) or Automotive Software Process Improvement and Capability dEtermination (ASPICE) • Cybersecurity certification • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification through the Project Management Institute (PMI) • Combat vehicle subject matter expertise • Experience managing software subcontracts • Current Secret Clearance #LI-Hybrid #LI-JR1 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 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.
Lead software project teams and manage software integration and delivery for combat vehicle programs. | Requires software engineering leadership experience, knowledge of software processes, and ability to manage large teams and subcontractors. | Job Description What’s it like to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing, and that is exactly what happens at BAE Systems. Join a company devoted to your professional development and experience a unique camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. The Role The Software Project Manager reports to a functional manager under the Electrical Software and Controls (ESC) Engineering Director and is matrixed to a combat vehicle Program Engineering Director. In this role, you will lead a project team of 25-30 software engineers supporting a family of combat vehicles. The scope includes software development within the BAE Systems Platforms and Services sector, as well as the management of outsourced software subcontracts. You will hold primary responsibility for vehicle-level software integration, encompassing in-house development, subcontracted software, and government-furnished software and equipment. Integration and testing efforts range from low-level hardware/software integration to full vehicle-level integration and formal software qualification testing. Work-Life Balance We operate on a 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off) and utilize a hybrid approach that balances on-site collaboration and onboarding support with the flexibility of remote work. Key Responsibilities • Engineering Oversight: Lead all software engineering phases, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, testing, verification, final delivery, and maintenance. • Compliance & Quality: Coordinate with Software Quality Assurance and Software Configuration Management to ensure rigorous standards. Partner with Safety Engineering to ensure safety-critical requirements are accurately recorded and drive the appropriate level of rigor in architecture and design. • Execution & Delivery: Ensure the on-time delivery of high-quality contract deliverables, targeting a 90%+ first-pass customer acceptance rate. • Process Leadership: Maintain team discipline and rigor in accordance with tailored Business Management System (BMS) Procedures, tailoring process assets for the software domain as required. • Financial & Resource Management: Oversee assigned Control Accounts and Work Packages, monitoring progress and taking corrective action to meet cost, quality, performance, and schedule constraints. • Planning & Proposals: Develop software staffing forecasts, estimates, and Basis of Estimates (BoEs) for proposal efforts, ensuring they are executable and affordable. Coordinate with Software Functional Management for BoE review and approval. • Milestone Management: Plan software project schedules and builds to align with vehicle-level development. Lead formal milestone reviews with US Government customers, including SRR, PDR, CDR, and TRR. • Technical Evaluation: Evaluate software requirements and designs to ensure consistency with higher-level performance requirements, customer needs, and the Statement of Work. • Stakeholder Collaboration: Guide the team in collaborative problem-solving and resolve cross-disciplinary conflicts to optimize system performance, reliability, and cost. Maintain the stakeholder matrix to ensure engagement across systems, electrical, mechanical, safety, and cybersecurity engineering. • Communication & Risk Management: Proactively communicate with functional and program leadership. Promptly identify and elevate emerging risks, issues, and opportunities to ensure management awareness. • Team Leadership: Provide clear, concise direction to project personnel. Provide unbiased, constructive Performance and Development Review (PDR) inputs and collaborate with functional managers to provide staff with growth and development opportunities. • External Representation: Prepare and present project metrics and technical status at formal reviews and technical interchange meetings, maintaining the technical reputation of BAE Systems with customers and industry partners. Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline plus 8 years relevant experience; or a master’s degree and 6 years of experience; or a Ph.D. and 4 years of experience. • Practical knowledge and experience with applicable software engineering processes. • Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and Control Account Manager (CAM) / Work Package Manager (WPM) responsibilities. • Familiarity with CANbus and Ethernet communications. • Contemporary design/development experience such as object oriented, model-based design, DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines. • Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and collaboration skills. • Ability to conduct effective meetings, discussions, and presentations. • Experience in management at the Software Project Lead level or one level lower (e.g., managing the software architecture development, software implementation, software integration, or software test portion of a software project). • Working knowledge of the software safety domain, including a basic understanding of MIL-STD-882E or DO-178C compliance. • Working knowledge of the cybersecurity domain, including a basic understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and the requirements and process to obtain/maintain Authority to Operate (ATO). • Must be able to obtain and retain a Secret Clearance. • May consider candidates with additional experience for a more senior role. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Practical knowledge and experience with applicable software management processes, engineering development processes, process tailoring and process improvement • Working knowledge of a process improvement framework used in software engineering, such as Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) or Automotive Software Process Improvement and Capability dEtermination (ASPICE) • Cybersecurity certification • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification through the Project Management Institute (PMI) • Combat vehicle subject matter expertise • Experience managing software subcontracts • Current Secret Clearance #LI-Hybrid #LI-JR1 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 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.
Lead development and maintenance of complex program schedules to support program execution and decision-making. | Requires bachelor's degree, 6+ years experience, proficiency in scheduling software, strong organizational and communication skills, and knowledge of Earned Value Management principles. | Job Description BAE Systems’ Combat Vehicles Master Planning and Scheduling group is a trusted business partner within the Program Management function that establishes, statuses, updates, and delivers plans and schedules that enable program decision-making and support delivery of quality products and capabilities to our customers and, ultimately, the warfighter. Our mission is to develop, maintain, and deploy planning and scheduling expertise within the Combat Vehicles business to promote and enable robust, disciplined, and consistent program planning, monitoring, and control. Our people are our strength and, as such, we are committed to employee growth and development and supporting employees in building long-term careers at BAE Systems. In addition to challenging day-to-day assignments, employees are encouraged to pursue special projects, participate in formal and informal mentoring programs and networking events, and rotate into different roles with increasing levels of responsibility. A Master Planner/Scheduler creates and maintains complex detailed program plans and schedules (Integrated Master Plans, IMPs, and Integrated Master Schedules, IMSs) that guide program execution and serve as the baseline against which performance is measured. Working closely with Program Managers, Control Account Managers, and Work Package Managers (WPMs), the Master Planner/Scheduler documents the tasks necessary for successful program execution. In partnership with the Program Finance team, the Master Planner/Scheduler communicates schedule status and performance to date to the program team as well as makes predictions about future performance. This position is a senior level and requires experience. Responsibilities of a Senior Master Planner include performing and leading the following: • Developing compliant program schedules constructed with the necessary level of detail and logic such that the schedule is a valuable program management tool • Horizontal and vertical integration of program plans and schedules across company functional groups including finance, engineering, procurement, operations, manufacturing, and quality • Preparing regular Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) updates and reports for program management, customers, and/or business management personnel • Monitoring progress against scheduled activities and identifying performance variances to facilitate focus on critical areas as well as developing and implementing work-around or recovery plans • Analyzing schedules including critical & driving paths and risk & opportunity in compliance with Combat Vehicles, customer, and industry requirements • Timely preparation and submission of contract deliverables related to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and Integrated Master Plan (IMP) • Ensuring that all schedules and contract deliverables are fully compliant with internal policies, customer, and industry requirements Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience. Work experience considered in lieu of formal education • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment • Strong interpersonal skills to interact with diverse work teams • Effective organization and communication skills • Coachable with a desire to learn • Analytical and problem solving skills • Continuous improvement mindset • Ability to develop solutions to complex problems using ingenuity & innovation • Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures • Proficient in OpenPlan and MS Project or other planning software • Ability to assemble and present data and multi-faceted matters in a meaningful way to stakeholders outside of the Master Planning and Scheduling team • Understanding of Earned Value Management principles Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Experience with AcumenFuse, AcumenRisk, Milestones Pro, Oracle, and/or Cobra • Experience with program schedule forecasting and analysis, particularly in a US Defense of Defense (DoD) program environment • Thorough understanding of US DoD schedule policies and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) requirements • Willingness to challenge and improve knowledge of industry practices and standards as well as company policies • Proven track record of developing and maintaining professional and effective relationships with internal and external customers Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $101398 - $172377 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.
Lead and manage complex program schedules and coordinate cross-functional teams to support program execution and delivery. | Experienced in developing and maintaining detailed program schedules, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, and communicating schedule status to support program decision-making. | Job Description BAE Systems’ Combat Vehicles Master Planning and Scheduling group is a trusted business partner within the Program Management function that establishes, statuses, updates, and delivers plans and schedules that enable program decision-making and support delivery of quality products and capabilities to our customers and, ultimately, the warfighter. Our mission is to develop, maintain, and deploy planning and scheduling expertise within the Combat Vehicles business to promote and enable robust, disciplined, and consistent program planning, monitoring, and control. Our people are our strength and, as such, we are committed to employee growth and development and supporting employees in building long-term careers at BAE Systems. In addition to challenging day-to-day assignments, employees are encouraged to pursue special projects, participate in formal and informal mentoring programs and networking events, and rotate into different roles with increasing levels of responsibility. A Master Planner/Scheduler creates and maintains complex detailed program plans and schedules (Integrated Master Plans, IMPs, and Integrated Master Schedules, IMSs) that guide program execution and serve as the baseline against which performance is measured. Working closely with Program Managers, Control Account Managers, and Work Package Managers (WPMs), the Master Planner/Scheduler documents the tasks necessary for successful program execution. In partnership with the Program Finance team, the Master Planner/Scheduler communicates schedule status and performance to date to the program team as well as makes predictions about future performance. This position is a senior level and requires experience. Responsibilities of a Senior Master Planner include performing and leading the following: • Developing compliant program schedules constructed with the necessary level of detail and logic such that the schedule is a valuable program management tool • Horizontal and vertical integration of program plans and schedules across company functional groups including finance, engineering, procurement, operations, manufacturing, and quality • Preparing regular Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) updates and reports for program management, customers, and/or business management personnel • Monitoring progress against scheduled activities and identifying performance variances to facilitate focus on critical areas as well as developing and implementing work-around or recovery plans • Analyzing schedules including critical & driving paths and risk & opportunity in compliance with Combat Vehicles, customer, and industry requirements • Timely preparation and submission of contract deliverables related to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and Integrated Master Plan (IMP) • Ensuring that all schedules and contract deliverables are fully compliant with internal policies, customer, and industry requirements Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience. Work experience considered in lieu of formal education • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment • Strong interpersonal skills to interact with diverse work teams • Effective organization and communication skills • Coachable with a desire to learn • Analytical and problem solving skills • Continuous improvement mindset • Ability to develop solutions to complex problems using ingenuity & innovation • Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures • Proficient in OpenPlan and MS Project or other planning software • Ability to assemble and present data and multi-faceted matters in a meaningful way to stakeholders outside of the Master Planning and Scheduling team • Understanding of Earned Value Management principles Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Experience with AcumenFuse, AcumenRisk, Milestones Pro, Oracle, and/or Cobra • Experience with program schedule forecasting and analysis, particularly in a US Defense of Defense (DoD) program environment • Thorough understanding of US DoD schedule policies and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) requirements • Willingness to challenge and improve knowledge of industry practices and standards as well as company policies • Proven track record of developing and maintaining professional and effective relationships with internal and external customers Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $101398 - $172377 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.
Lead development and maintenance of complex program schedules to support program execution and decision-making. | Requires bachelor's degree, 6+ years experience, strong scheduling and analytical skills, proficiency in scheduling software, and ability to communicate with diverse teams. | Job Description BAE Systems’ Combat Vehicles Master Planning and Scheduling group is a trusted business partner within the Program Management function that establishes, statuses, updates, and delivers plans and schedules that enable program decision-making and support delivery of quality products and capabilities to our customers and, ultimately, the warfighter. Our mission is to develop, maintain, and deploy planning and scheduling expertise within the Combat Vehicles business to promote and enable robust, disciplined, and consistent program planning, monitoring, and control. Our people are our strength and, as such, we are committed to employee growth and development and supporting employees in building long-term careers at BAE Systems. In addition to challenging day-to-day assignments, employees are encouraged to pursue special projects, participate in formal and informal mentoring programs and networking events, and rotate into different roles with increasing levels of responsibility. A Master Planner/Scheduler creates and maintains complex detailed program plans and schedules (Integrated Master Plans, IMPs, and Integrated Master Schedules, IMSs) that guide program execution and serve as the baseline against which performance is measured. Working closely with Program Managers, Control Account Managers, and Work Package Managers (WPMs), the Master Planner/Scheduler documents the tasks necessary for successful program execution. In partnership with the Program Finance team, the Master Planner/Scheduler communicates schedule status and performance to date to the program team as well as makes predictions about future performance. This position is a senior level and requires experience. Responsibilities of a Senior Master Planner include performing and leading the following: • Developing compliant program schedules constructed with the necessary level of detail and logic such that the schedule is a valuable program management tool • Horizontal and vertical integration of program plans and schedules across company functional groups including finance, engineering, procurement, operations, manufacturing, and quality • Preparing regular Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) updates and reports for program management, customers, and/or business management personnel • Monitoring progress against scheduled activities and identifying performance variances to facilitate focus on critical areas as well as developing and implementing work-around or recovery plans • Analyzing schedules including critical & driving paths and risk & opportunity in compliance with Combat Vehicles, customer, and industry requirements • Timely preparation and submission of contract deliverables related to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and Integrated Master Plan (IMP) • Ensuring that all schedules and contract deliverables are fully compliant with internal policies, customer, and industry requirements Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience. Work experience considered in lieu of formal education • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment • Strong interpersonal skills to interact with diverse work teams • Effective organization and communication skills • Coachable with a desire to learn • Analytical and problem solving skills • Continuous improvement mindset • Ability to develop solutions to complex problems using ingenuity & innovation • Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures • Proficient in OpenPlan and MS Project or other planning software • Ability to assemble and present data and multi-faceted matters in a meaningful way to stakeholders outside of the Master Planning and Scheduling team • Understanding of Earned Value Management principles Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Experience with AcumenFuse, AcumenRisk, Milestones Pro, Oracle, and/or Cobra • Experience with program schedule forecasting and analysis, particularly in a US Defense of Defense (DoD) program environment • Thorough understanding of US DoD schedule policies and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) requirements • Willingness to challenge and improve knowledge of industry practices and standards as well as company policies • Proven track record of developing and maintaining professional and effective relationships with internal and external customers Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $101398 - $172377 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.
Lead complex, multi-workstream technology and business transformation programs with cross-functional teams and executive communication. | Experienced in developing and managing detailed program plans and schedules, with strong organizational and communication skills, and ability to work in fast-paced environments. | Job Description BAE Systems’ Combat Vehicles Master Planning and Scheduling group is a trusted business partner within the Program Management function that establishes, statuses, updates, and delivers plans and schedules that enable program decision-making and support delivery of quality products and capabilities to our customers and, ultimately, the warfighter. Our mission is to develop, maintain, and deploy planning and scheduling expertise within the Combat Vehicles business to promote and enable robust, disciplined, and consistent program planning, monitoring, and control. Our people are our strength and, as such, we are committed to employee growth and development and supporting employees in building long-term careers at BAE Systems. In addition to challenging day-to-day assignments, employees are encouraged to pursue special projects, participate in formal and informal mentoring programs and networking events, and rotate into different roles with increasing levels of responsibility. A Master Planner/Scheduler creates and maintains complex detailed program plans and schedules (Integrated Master Plans, IMPs, and Integrated Master Schedules, IMSs) that guide program execution and serve as the baseline against which performance is measured. Working closely with Program Managers, Control Account Managers, and Work Package Managers (WPMs), the Master Planner/Scheduler documents the tasks necessary for successful program execution. In partnership with the Program Finance team, the Master Planner/Scheduler communicates schedule status and performance to date to the program team as well as makes predictions about future performance. This position is a senior level and requires experience. Responsibilities of a Senior Master Planner include performing and leading the following: • Developing compliant program schedules constructed with the necessary level of detail and logic such that the schedule is a valuable program management tool • Horizontal and vertical integration of program plans and schedules across company functional groups including finance, engineering, procurement, operations, manufacturing, and quality • Preparing regular Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) updates and reports for program management, customers, and/or business management personnel • Monitoring progress against scheduled activities and identifying performance variances to facilitate focus on critical areas as well as developing and implementing work-around or recovery plans • Analyzing schedules including critical & driving paths and risk & opportunity in compliance with Combat Vehicles, customer, and industry requirements • Timely preparation and submission of contract deliverables related to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and Integrated Master Plan (IMP) • Ensuring that all schedules and contract deliverables are fully compliant with internal policies, customer, and industry requirements Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience. Work experience considered in lieu of formal education • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment • Strong interpersonal skills to interact with diverse work teams • Effective organization and communication skills • Coachable with a desire to learn • Analytical and problem solving skills • Continuous improvement mindset • Ability to develop solutions to complex problems using ingenuity & innovation • Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures • Proficient in OpenPlan and MS Project or other planning software • Ability to assemble and present data and multi-faceted matters in a meaningful way to stakeholders outside of the Master Planning and Scheduling team • Understanding of Earned Value Management principles Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Experience with AcumenFuse, AcumenRisk, Milestones Pro, Oracle, and/or Cobra • Experience with program schedule forecasting and analysis, particularly in a US Defense of Defense (DoD) program environment • Thorough understanding of US DoD schedule policies and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) requirements • Willingness to challenge and improve knowledge of industry practices and standards as well as company policies • Proven track record of developing and maintaining professional and effective relationships with internal and external customers Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $101398 - $172377 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.
Lead development and maintenance of complex program schedules to support program execution and decision-making. | Senior level experience in program scheduling, strong communication, analytical skills, proficiency with scheduling tools, and ability to work cross-functionally. | Job Description BAE Systems’ Combat Vehicles Master Planning and Scheduling group is a trusted business partner within the Program Management function that establishes, statuses, updates, and delivers plans and schedules that enable program decision-making and support delivery of quality products and capabilities to our customers and, ultimately, the warfighter. Our mission is to develop, maintain, and deploy planning and scheduling expertise within the Combat Vehicles business to promote and enable robust, disciplined, and consistent program planning, monitoring, and control. Our people are our strength and, as such, we are committed to employee growth and development and supporting employees in building long-term careers at BAE Systems. In addition to challenging day-to-day assignments, employees are encouraged to pursue special projects, participate in formal and informal mentoring programs and networking events, and rotate into different roles with increasing levels of responsibility. A Master Planner/Scheduler creates and maintains complex detailed program plans and schedules (Integrated Master Plans, IMPs, and Integrated Master Schedules, IMSs) that guide program execution and serve as the baseline against which performance is measured. Working closely with Program Managers, Control Account Managers, and Work Package Managers (WPMs), the Master Planner/Scheduler documents the tasks necessary for successful program execution. In partnership with the Program Finance team, the Master Planner/Scheduler communicates schedule status and performance to date to the program team as well as makes predictions about future performance. This position is a senior level and requires experience. Responsibilities of a Senior Master Planner include performing and leading the following: • Developing compliant program schedules constructed with the necessary level of detail and logic such that the schedule is a valuable program management tool • Horizontal and vertical integration of program plans and schedules across company functional groups including finance, engineering, procurement, operations, manufacturing, and quality • Preparing regular Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) updates and reports for program management, customers, and/or business management personnel • Monitoring progress against scheduled activities and identifying performance variances to facilitate focus on critical areas as well as developing and implementing work-around or recovery plans • Analyzing schedules including critical & driving paths and risk & opportunity in compliance with Combat Vehicles, customer, and industry requirements • Timely preparation and submission of contract deliverables related to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and Integrated Master Plan (IMP) • Ensuring that all schedules and contract deliverables are fully compliant with internal policies, customer, and industry requirements Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience. Work experience considered in lieu of formal education • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment • Strong interpersonal skills to interact with diverse work teams • Effective organization and communication skills • Coachable with a desire to learn • Analytical and problem solving skills • Continuous improvement mindset • Ability to develop solutions to complex problems using ingenuity & innovation • Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures • Proficient in OpenPlan and MS Project or other planning software • Ability to assemble and present data and multi-faceted matters in a meaningful way to stakeholders outside of the Master Planning and Scheduling team • Understanding of Earned Value Management principles Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Experience with AcumenFuse, AcumenRisk, Milestones Pro, Oracle, and/or Cobra • Experience with program schedule forecasting and analysis, particularly in a US Defense of Defense (DoD) program environment • Thorough understanding of US DoD schedule policies and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) requirements • Willingness to challenge and improve knowledge of industry practices and standards as well as company policies • Proven track record of developing and maintaining professional and effective relationships with internal and external customers Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $101398 - $172377 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.
Lead development and maintenance of complex program plans and schedules to support program execution and decision-making. | Requires senior-level experience in program scheduling, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with scheduling tools and Earned Value Management principles. | Job Description BAE Systems’ Combat Vehicles Master Planning and Scheduling group is a trusted business partner within the Program Management function that establishes, statuses, updates, and delivers plans and schedules that enable program decision-making and support delivery of quality products and capabilities to our customers and, ultimately, the warfighter. Our mission is to develop, maintain, and deploy planning and scheduling expertise within the Combat Vehicles business to promote and enable robust, disciplined, and consistent program planning, monitoring, and control. Our people are our strength and, as such, we are committed to employee growth and development and supporting employees in building long-term careers at BAE Systems. In addition to challenging day-to-day assignments, employees are encouraged to pursue special projects, participate in formal and informal mentoring programs and networking events, and rotate into different roles with increasing levels of responsibility. A Master Planner/Scheduler creates and maintains complex detailed program plans and schedules (Integrated Master Plans, IMPs, and Integrated Master Schedules, IMSs) that guide program execution and serve as the baseline against which performance is measured. Working closely with Program Managers, Control Account Managers, and Work Package Managers (WPMs), the Master Planner/Scheduler documents the tasks necessary for successful program execution. In partnership with the Program Finance team, the Master Planner/Scheduler communicates schedule status and performance to date to the program team as well as makes predictions about future performance. This position is a senior level and requires experience. Responsibilities of a Senior Master Planner include performing and leading the following: • Developing compliant program schedules constructed with the necessary level of detail and logic such that the schedule is a valuable program management tool • Horizontal and vertical integration of program plans and schedules across company functional groups including finance, engineering, procurement, operations, manufacturing, and quality • Preparing regular Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) updates and reports for program management, customers, and/or business management personnel • Monitoring progress against scheduled activities and identifying performance variances to facilitate focus on critical areas as well as developing and implementing work-around or recovery plans • Analyzing schedules including critical & driving paths and risk & opportunity in compliance with Combat Vehicles, customer, and industry requirements • Timely preparation and submission of contract deliverables related to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and Integrated Master Plan (IMP) • Ensuring that all schedules and contract deliverables are fully compliant with internal policies, customer, and industry requirements Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience. Work experience considered in lieu of formal education • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment • Strong interpersonal skills to interact with diverse work teams • Effective organization and communication skills • Coachable with a desire to learn • Analytical and problem solving skills • Continuous improvement mindset • Ability to develop solutions to complex problems using ingenuity & innovation • Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures • Proficient in OpenPlan and MS Project or other planning software • Ability to assemble and present data and multi-faceted matters in a meaningful way to stakeholders outside of the Master Planning and Scheduling team • Understanding of Earned Value Management principles Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Experience with AcumenFuse, AcumenRisk, Milestones Pro, Oracle, and/or Cobra • Experience with program schedule forecasting and analysis, particularly in a US Defense of Defense (DoD) program environment • Thorough understanding of US DoD schedule policies and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) requirements • Willingness to challenge and improve knowledge of industry practices and standards as well as company policies • Proven track record of developing and maintaining professional and effective relationships with internal and external customers Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $101398 - $172377 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.
Lead software engineering project team and manage software integration and delivery for combat vehicle programs. | Requires software engineering management experience, knowledge of software processes, defense standards, and ability to obtain security clearance. | Job Description What’s it like to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing, and that is exactly what happens at BAE Systems. Join a company devoted to your professional development and experience a unique camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. The Role The Software Project Manager reports to a functional manager under the Electrical Software and Controls (ESC) Engineering Director and is matrixed to a combat vehicle Program Engineering Director. In this role, you will lead a project team of 25-30 software engineers supporting a family of combat vehicles. The scope includes software development within the BAE Systems Platforms and Services sector, as well as the management of outsourced software subcontracts. You will hold primary responsibility for vehicle-level software integration, encompassing in-house development, subcontracted software, and government-furnished software and equipment. Integration and testing efforts range from low-level hardware/software integration to full vehicle-level integration and formal software qualification testing. Work-Life Balance We operate on a 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off) and utilize a hybrid approach that balances on-site collaboration and onboarding support with the flexibility of remote work. Key Responsibilities • Engineering Oversight: Lead all software engineering phases, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, testing, verification, final delivery, and maintenance. • Compliance & Quality: Coordinate with Software Quality Assurance and Software Configuration Management to ensure rigorous standards. Partner with Safety Engineering to ensure safety-critical requirements are accurately recorded and drive the appropriate level of rigor in architecture and design. • Execution & Delivery: Ensure the on-time delivery of high-quality contract deliverables, targeting a 90%+ first-pass customer acceptance rate. • Process Leadership: Maintain team discipline and rigor in accordance with tailored Business Management System (BMS) Procedures, tailoring process assets for the software domain as required. • Financial & Resource Management: Oversee assigned Control Accounts and Work Packages, monitoring progress and taking corrective action to meet cost, quality, performance, and schedule constraints. • Planning & Proposals: Develop software staffing forecasts, estimates, and Basis of Estimates (BoEs) for proposal efforts, ensuring they are executable and affordable. Coordinate with Software Functional Management for BoE review and approval. • Milestone Management: Plan software project schedules and builds to align with vehicle-level development. Lead formal milestone reviews with US Government customers, including SRR, PDR, CDR, and TRR. • Technical Evaluation: Evaluate software requirements and designs to ensure consistency with higher-level performance requirements, customer needs, and the Statement of Work. • Stakeholder Collaboration: Guide the team in collaborative problem-solving and resolve cross-disciplinary conflicts to optimize system performance, reliability, and cost. Maintain the stakeholder matrix to ensure engagement across systems, electrical, mechanical, safety, and cybersecurity engineering. • Communication & Risk Management: Proactively communicate with functional and program leadership. Promptly identify and elevate emerging risks, issues, and opportunities to ensure management awareness. • Team Leadership: Provide clear, concise direction to project personnel. Provide unbiased, constructive Performance and Development Review (PDR) inputs and collaborate with functional managers to provide staff with growth and development opportunities. • External Representation: Prepare and present project metrics and technical status at formal reviews and technical interchange meetings, maintaining the technical reputation of BAE Systems with customers and industry partners. Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline plus 8 years relevant experience; or a master’s degree and 6 years of experience; or a Ph.D. and 4 years of experience. • Practical knowledge and experience with applicable software engineering processes. • Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and Control Account Manager (CAM) / Work Package Manager (WPM) responsibilities. • Familiarity with CANbus and Ethernet communications. • Contemporary design/development experience such as object oriented, model-based design, DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines. • Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and collaboration skills. • Ability to conduct effective meetings, discussions, and presentations. • Experience in management at the Software Project Lead level or one level lower (e.g., managing the software architecture development, software implementation, software integration, or software test portion of a software project). • Working knowledge of the software safety domain, including a basic understanding of MIL-STD-882E or DO-178C compliance. • Working knowledge of the cybersecurity domain, including a basic understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and the requirements and process to obtain/maintain Authority to Operate (ATO). • Must be able to obtain and retain a Secret Clearance. • May consider candidates with additional experience for a more senior role. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Practical knowledge and experience with applicable software management processes, engineering development processes, process tailoring and process improvement • Working knowledge of a process improvement framework used in software engineering, such as Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) or Automotive Software Process Improvement and Capability dEtermination (ASPICE) • Cybersecurity certification • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification through the Project Management Institute (PMI) • Combat vehicle subject matter expertise • Experience managing software subcontracts • Current Secret Clearance #LI-Hybrid #LI-JR1 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 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.
Lead software engineering project team managing development, integration, testing, and delivery for combat vehicle software. | Bachelor's degree with 6-8 years relevant software engineering project management experience, knowledge of software processes, EVMS, and security clearance eligibility. | Job Description What’s it like to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing, and that is exactly what happens at BAE Systems. Join a company devoted to your professional development and experience a unique camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. The Role The Software Project Manager reports to a functional manager under the Electrical Software and Controls (ESC) Engineering Director and is matrixed to a combat vehicle Program Engineering Director. In this role, you will lead a project team of 25-30 software engineers supporting a family of combat vehicles. The scope includes software development within the BAE Systems Platforms and Services sector, as well as the management of outsourced software subcontracts. You will hold primary responsibility for vehicle-level software integration, encompassing in-house development, subcontracted software, and government-furnished software and equipment. Integration and testing efforts range from low-level hardware/software integration to full vehicle-level integration and formal software qualification testing. Work-Life Balance We operate on a 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off) and utilize a hybrid approach that balances on-site collaboration and onboarding support with the flexibility of remote work. Key Responsibilities • Engineering Oversight: Lead all software engineering phases, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, testing, verification, final delivery, and maintenance. • Compliance & Quality: Coordinate with Software Quality Assurance and Software Configuration Management to ensure rigorous standards. Partner with Safety Engineering to ensure safety-critical requirements are accurately recorded and drive the appropriate level of rigor in architecture and design. • Execution & Delivery: Ensure the on-time delivery of high-quality contract deliverables, targeting a 90%+ first-pass customer acceptance rate. • Process Leadership: Maintain team discipline and rigor in accordance with tailored Business Management System (BMS) Procedures, tailoring process assets for the software domain as required. • Financial & Resource Management: Oversee assigned Control Accounts and Work Packages, monitoring progress and taking corrective action to meet cost, quality, performance, and schedule constraints. • Planning & Proposals: Develop software staffing forecasts, estimates, and Basis of Estimates (BoEs) for proposal efforts, ensuring they are executable and affordable. Coordinate with Software Functional Management for BoE review and approval. • Milestone Management: Plan software project schedules and builds to align with vehicle-level development. Lead formal milestone reviews with US Government customers, including SRR, PDR, CDR, and TRR. • Technical Evaluation: Evaluate software requirements and designs to ensure consistency with higher-level performance requirements, customer needs, and the Statement of Work. • Stakeholder Collaboration: Guide the team in collaborative problem-solving and resolve cross-disciplinary conflicts to optimize system performance, reliability, and cost. Maintain the stakeholder matrix to ensure engagement across systems, electrical, mechanical, safety, and cybersecurity engineering. • Communication & Risk Management: Proactively communicate with functional and program leadership. Promptly identify and elevate emerging risks, issues, and opportunities to ensure management awareness. • Team Leadership: Provide clear, concise direction to project personnel. Provide unbiased, constructive Performance and Development Review (PDR) inputs and collaborate with functional managers to provide staff with growth and development opportunities. • External Representation: Prepare and present project metrics and technical status at formal reviews and technical interchange meetings, maintaining the technical reputation of BAE Systems with customers and industry partners. Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline plus 8 years relevant experience; or a master’s degree and 6 years of experience; or a Ph.D. and 4 years of experience. • Practical knowledge and experience with applicable software engineering processes. • Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and Control Account Manager (CAM) / Work Package Manager (WPM) responsibilities. • Familiarity with CANbus and Ethernet communications. • Contemporary design/development experience such as object oriented, model-based design, DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines. • Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and collaboration skills. • Ability to conduct effective meetings, discussions, and presentations. • Experience in management at the Software Project Lead level or one level lower (e.g., managing the software architecture development, software implementation, software integration, or software test portion of a software project). • Working knowledge of the software safety domain, including a basic understanding of MIL-STD-882E or DO-178C compliance. • Working knowledge of the cybersecurity domain, including a basic understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and the requirements and process to obtain/maintain Authority to Operate (ATO). • Must be able to obtain and retain a Secret Clearance. • May consider candidates with additional experience for a more senior role. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Practical knowledge and experience with applicable software management processes, engineering development processes, process tailoring and process improvement • Working knowledge of a process improvement framework used in software engineering, such as Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) or Automotive Software Process Improvement and Capability dEtermination (ASPICE) • Cybersecurity certification • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification through the Project Management Institute (PMI) • Combat vehicle subject matter expertise • Experience managing software subcontracts • Current Secret Clearance #LI-Hybrid #LI-JR1 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 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.
Lead software engineering project team managing development, integration, and testing of combat vehicle software. | Requires 8+ years experience in software engineering project management with knowledge of software development processes, EVMS, and security standards. | Job Description What’s it like to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing, and that is exactly what happens at BAE Systems. Join a company devoted to your professional development and experience a unique camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. The Role The Software Project Manager reports to a functional manager under the Electrical Software and Controls (ESC) Engineering Director and is matrixed to a combat vehicle Program Engineering Director. In this role, you will lead a project team of 25-30 software engineers supporting a family of combat vehicles. The scope includes software development within the BAE Systems Platforms and Services sector, as well as the management of outsourced software subcontracts. You will hold primary responsibility for vehicle-level software integration, encompassing in-house development, subcontracted software, and government-furnished software and equipment. Integration and testing efforts range from low-level hardware/software integration to full vehicle-level integration and formal software qualification testing. Work-Life Balance We operate on a 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off) and utilize a hybrid approach that balances on-site collaboration and onboarding support with the flexibility of remote work. Key Responsibilities • Engineering Oversight: Lead all software engineering phases, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, testing, verification, final delivery, and maintenance. • Compliance & Quality: Coordinate with Software Quality Assurance and Software Configuration Management to ensure rigorous standards. Partner with Safety Engineering to ensure safety-critical requirements are accurately recorded and drive the appropriate level of rigor in architecture and design. • Execution & Delivery: Ensure the on-time delivery of high-quality contract deliverables, targeting a 90%+ first-pass customer acceptance rate. • Process Leadership: Maintain team discipline and rigor in accordance with tailored Business Management System (BMS) Procedures, tailoring process assets for the software domain as required. • Financial & Resource Management: Oversee assigned Control Accounts and Work Packages, monitoring progress and taking corrective action to meet cost, quality, performance, and schedule constraints. • Planning & Proposals: Develop software staffing forecasts, estimates, and Basis of Estimates (BoEs) for proposal efforts, ensuring they are executable and affordable. Coordinate with Software Functional Management for BoE review and approval. • Milestone Management: Plan software project schedules and builds to align with vehicle-level development. Lead formal milestone reviews with US Government customers, including SRR, PDR, CDR, and TRR. • Technical Evaluation: Evaluate software requirements and designs to ensure consistency with higher-level performance requirements, customer needs, and the Statement of Work. • Stakeholder Collaboration: Guide the team in collaborative problem-solving and resolve cross-disciplinary conflicts to optimize system performance, reliability, and cost. Maintain the stakeholder matrix to ensure engagement across systems, electrical, mechanical, safety, and cybersecurity engineering. • Communication & Risk Management: Proactively communicate with functional and program leadership. Promptly identify and elevate emerging risks, issues, and opportunities to ensure management awareness. • Team Leadership: Provide clear, concise direction to project personnel. Provide unbiased, constructive Performance and Development Review (PDR) inputs and collaborate with functional managers to provide staff with growth and development opportunities. • External Representation: Prepare and present project metrics and technical status at formal reviews and technical interchange meetings, maintaining the technical reputation of BAE Systems with customers and industry partners. Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline plus 8 years relevant experience; or a master’s degree and 6 years of experience; or a Ph.D. and 4 years of experience. • Practical knowledge and experience with applicable software engineering processes. • Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and Control Account Manager (CAM) / Work Package Manager (WPM) responsibilities. • Familiarity with CANbus and Ethernet communications. • Contemporary design/development experience such as object oriented, model-based design, DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines. • Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and collaboration skills. • Ability to conduct effective meetings, discussions, and presentations. • Experience in management at the Software Project Lead level or one level lower (e.g., managing the software architecture development, software implementation, software integration, or software test portion of a software project). • Working knowledge of the software safety domain, including a basic understanding of MIL-STD-882E or DO-178C compliance. • Working knowledge of the cybersecurity domain, including a basic understanding of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and the requirements and process to obtain/maintain Authority to Operate (ATO). • Must be able to obtain and retain a Secret Clearance. • May consider candidates with additional experience for a more senior role. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Practical knowledge and experience with applicable software management processes, engineering development processes, process tailoring and process improvement • Working knowledge of a process improvement framework used in software engineering, such as Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) or Automotive Software Process Improvement and Capability dEtermination (ASPICE) • Cybersecurity certification • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification through the Project Management Institute (PMI) • Combat vehicle subject matter expertise • Experience managing software subcontracts • Current Secret Clearance #LI-Hybrid #LI-JR1 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 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.
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