Program Manager

BAE Systems is seeking a Program Manager to join its Protection Systems organization in Phoenix, AZ, where we design, develop, and manufacture critical, life-saving equipment for the U.S. Military and other commercial / international customers.  As a Program Manager, you will manage several programs within our aviation protection product area throughout their entire lifecycle. 

In this job, you will:

• Manage all aspects of the program, including profit, sales, orders, inventory, cash flow and working capital for program.
• Monitor and control program cost, schedule, and technical execution using earned value management and other best practices.
• Provide program leadership in Program Execution, anticipates and resolves problems, and ensures inter-group cooperation to meet all program obligations and objectives.
• Interface with customers on all program issues including cost, schedule, technical, and contractual status.
• Lead Risk and Opportunity management activities.
• Interface with Supply Chain to execute and control the purchasing/procurement of goods and services. 
• Develop and lead a program execution plan, including stakeholder analysis, establishing internal/external program plans, marketing strategies, budgets, schedules and resources necessary to achieve program goals.
• Lead BAE Systems’ Lifecycle Management (LCM) implementation for the program.
• Ensure LCM mandates are implemented for the program and ensures program documentation is of acceptable quality and completeness.
• Understand the program financial position and leads the program response during Contract Status Reviews.
• Serve as a consultant to other programs by participating in LCM reviews as an Assessor or Chairperson.
• Actively promote a culture of safety, health, and personal well being for self, employees and the program team.
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensures compliance with safety and environmental objectives and policies.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to ethics, export control, proprietary information, document/record retention, public communication, etc.

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field of study with 6+ years of experience OR equivalent education/experience
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, presentations, etc.).
• Ability to lead matrixed cross functional teams, foster collaboration, and resolve conflicts.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, capturing information, prioritizing tasks, and organizing effectively.
• Understanding and appreciation of cost control and project scheduling.
• Ability to efficiently and effectively compile data, prepare reports, and presentations.
• Experienced with Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, and Excel).
• Able to multi-task, managing multiple projects concurrently.
• Attentiveness to complete accurate work, punctuality to assigned tasks, and ability to work within a team environment.

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Finance, or Business.
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Prior career experience in aerospace or defense related industries.
• Skilled at creating, executing, and monitoring projects using Microsoft Project or similar applications.
• Experience providing support to project/program planning, execution, operations, and business development activities.
• Experience in compiling materials for project management reviews (contract status reviews, phase reviews, integrated business plan inputs, etc.).
• Experience interfacing directly with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management systems.