$105K - 179K a year
Manage sustainment program planning, execution, and delivery while coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years in program/project management, experience in supply chain or defense, ability to manage budgets and schedules, and strong collaboration and communication skills.
Job Description BAE Systems is hiring a Remote Program Manager, Sustainment to support our Combat Mission Systems (CMS) business. The Program Manager, Sustainment will oversee all aspects of projects relating to capture, negotiation, strategic planning, initiation, and execution of delivering spares, kits, special equipment, and services to the USG program customer or Sustainment agency. Location/Travel/Schedule: The position can be based out of CMS sites: Sterling Heights, Michigan; Minneapolis, Minnesota; York, Pennsylvania; Louisville, Kentucky; Phoenix, Arizona; or Aberdeen, South Dakota This will be a Remote role where you will work from home and travel onsite monthly/quarterly, based on business needs This position will require up to 10% travel This role has a 9/80 schedule where you will have every other Friday off Responsibilities: Assist in managing, planning, and control of sustainment program Monitor and manage the completion of deliverables and on-time delivery Work across functional lines to meet the program objectives Support achievement of financial, schedule, technical, and business performance objectives in accordance with the Integrated Business Plan (IBP) Support development of program documentation including the Program Plan of Execution, Risk and Opportunity Management Plan, and other Life Cycle Management plans Coordinate with the program team to maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and monitor program team’s performance Develops reports on key program metrics including on-time delivery, delivery forecasts, and performance to labor and material budgets Assist in the identification and assessment of performance gaps to customer expectations or program objectives Assist in the development and initiation of improvement plans to close gaps Support status meetings with the program team and customer Successfully navigate through cultural differences to understand unique stakeholder expectations, values, and priorities Utilizes appropriate messages, channels, and resources to ensure effective communication to overcome barriers Required Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor’s Degree and 6 years of experience or equivalent experience Experience in Program/Project Management Experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related Experience in Manufacturing, Defense (DoD), or Government Contracting Ability to support the development and execution of strategic plans to meet program objectives Ability to manage plan, schedule, budget, performance, cost, and quality Ability to work cross-functionally to integrate and optimize resources to meet customer requirements and business goals Ability to ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and other regulatory standards and business requirements Strong Collaboration skills Strong Communication skills Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Graduate Degree a plus Professional Certifications (PMP) a plus Experience in Defense (DoD) a plus Experience with FAR/DFARS a plus Experience with US Army or USMC Logistics, Material Fielding, or Sustainment Customers a plus Experience in Contracting/Government Contracting a plus Experience in MRP, Oracle, MS Project, or Deltek Open Plan a plus Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $105254 - $178931 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.
This job posting was last updated on 9/10/2025