Acquisiton Program Manager

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Program Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will assist the Government Program Manager and Government Engineers in the day-to-day planning and execution activities of their assigned programs. This role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to manage schedules, and the capability to provide comprehensive support for program milestones.
Why BAE Systems? BAE Systems is the third largest defense contractor in the world with an exceptional, mission-focused culture. The 800+ BAE Systems employees and sub-contractors located at Hill Air Force Base, Utah are closely aligned to the United States Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center. We support the Center in sustaining the existing LGM-30 Minuteman III (MM III) weapon system and acquiring its replacement, the LGM-35A Sentinel / Ground-Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD). We are a uniquely valued mission partner delivering daily technical excellence and innovative solutions to our government customers. BAE Systems has earned accolades as a "Top Workplace" in Utah based on employee feedback for three consecutive years, earning special distinction for providing a healthy work-life balance for our valued employees. We work very hard to ensure this is a great place to work!
The US Air Force requires full-spectrum Advisory and Assistance (A&AS) support to staff an Acquisition Program Manager position within the Minuteman III Ground Mechanical Branch. Candidate will serve as an Acquisition Program Manager and work with a highly skilled team providing mission-critical acquisition program management, reporting, and program integration functions on behalf of the Minuteman III System Program Office. Candidate will serve as an acquisition subject matter expert, key program advisor, and a focal point for the assessment and reporting of program status, including technical performance, contract performance, integrated master schedule health, risks, issues, and opportunities.
The program manager will employ critical path method and baseline disciplines, assist in developing schedules, and ensure the development, evaluation and validation of assigned resources and budgets. The role will also involve defining relationships among acquisition phases, decisions, milestones and solicitations, design reviews, contract deliveries, test and evaluation activities, production, and operational deployment.
Must be able to recommend viable solutions to problems, and pursuit of alternate courses of action. Role will identify appropriate contract types as well as defining statutory and regulatory requirements, while integrating with cross functional activities. Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition briefings, documents and plans. Creates and assists in developing acquisition program documentation required by DOD 5000 series, in support of milestone and technical reviews.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• 10 yrs experience in Program Management, 8 years with MS
• Demonstrates proactive initiative in identifying and addressing challenges, consistently driving projects forward with minimal supervision
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-directed; works independently and is familiar with Air Force and Government processes.
• Familiarity with statutory and regulatory documentation requirements
• Proven experience in program management, preferably in a government environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Office
• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS/MS in relevant field (e.g. Business Administration or Project Management) or equivalent experience.
• Experience with program management within the missile system or complex weapon system (especially ACAT III program or ICBM-related experience)
• Current Secret Clearance or higher
• Knowledge or previous experience with Air Force operation, acquisitions and sustainment programs.
• Experience being responsible for deliverables to the government and accountable for the technical quality, content and results of those deliverables.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118504 - $201457
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.