Director I of Programs - Program Management Administrator CAS

Job Description
Controls and Avionics Solutions (CAS) provides flight and mission-critical products to more than 600 commercial and 170 military customers around the world. CAS leverages its development and integration expertise to be a successful provider of flight-critical electronics for military and commercial aircraft, including fly-by-wire flight controls, full authority digital engine controls, power management solutions, cabin management systems, and mission computers.
In CAS, we are the agile driver in game-changing power and control solutions that enable our customers to create a safer and cleaner world. We are committed to being a trusted partner for our customers. Embracing an innovation mindset and leveraging our development and integration expertise in high integrity controls, avionics, and power management, we strive to be the most dependable provider of highly reliable, adaptable, and scalable solutions for the major manufacturers of air transport, regional, business jet, and aircraft engines.
We are seeking a Director I, Program Management Administrator for our Controls and Avionics business area to lead our journey in advancing and modernizing our project and program management competency across the sector. In this position, you will have the opportunity to develop, grow, coach, and influence program managers developing the next generation of engine control electronics, flight controls, and power electronics in all phases of the PM process and
Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format with 25% travel to key sites other than the core site location (key sites in Endicott, New York; Fort Wayne, Indiana; and Austin, Texas). The hybrid work expectations for this role are three days per week on site during a 5-day work week and two days per week during a 4-day work week.
In this job, you will:

• Take responsibility for management and execution of a Design and deliver training programs for program managers to enhance their skills and knowledge in program management methodologies, tools, and best practices.

• Provide coaching and mentoring to program managers to help them develop their skills and address specific challenges.

• Develop and maintain a program management community of practice to facilitate knowledge sharing, collaboration, and networking among program managers.

• Manage and optimize a program management framework that aligns with industry best practices (e.g., PMI, Agile, Scrum).

• Identify and provide opportunities for program managers to attend industry conferences, workshops, and training sessions to stay current with industry trends and best practices.

• Actively promote a culture of inclusivity, safety, health, and personal well-being for the program team.

• Analyze and identify areas for improvement in program and project management processes and develop recommendations for enhancements.

• Collaborate with program managers and other stakeholders to design and implement process improvements.

• Develop and maintain program management tools, templates, and artifacts (e.g., project charters, business cases, project schedules, resource allocation plans).

• Ensure that program management tools and templates are aligned with industry best practices and organizational standards.

• Provide training and support to program managers on the use of program management tools and templates.

• Communicate program management policies, procedures, and standards to stakeholders and ensure understanding and compliance.

• Facilitate communication and collaboration among program managers, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective program and project delivery.

• Provide regular program and project performance reports to stakeholders, including senior leadership.

• Develop and maintain a data-driven decision-making framework to support program and project management decisions.

• Facilitate, schedule, and track actions for all life cycle management processes and systems across CAS programs. This includes program reviews, return-to-green plans, and critical program reviews.

• Ensure compliance with MCS mandates including on-time phase reviews, customer satisfaction reviews, and PIMMS configuration management and compliance.

A competitive candidate should have the ability to understand complex problems and to collaborate and explore alternative solutions; ability to understand opposing points of view on complex issues and to negotiate and integrate different viewpoints. Have ability to organize and prioritize work schedules on both a short-term & long-term basis, both for self and others. ability to make decisions which have impact on the business; ability to develop complex concepts and plans and communicate them effectively through formal or informal presentations, either inside or outside the organization. Regular requirements to use written and oral communication skills; interact with managers, staff, co-workers and others encountered in the course of work; ability to compose materials such as detailed reports and work-related documents and communicate substantively about them either verbally or in writing; communicate interactively & make presentations effectively.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• At least ten years of background and experience working in Program Management.

• Require experience engaging in cross-functional teams including subcontracting, contracts, finance, quality and procurement organizations.

• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including program managers, project managers, and senior leadership.

• PMP certification accredited by Project Management Institute (PMI).

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor degree with STEM concentration or 15 years of experience in lieu of degree.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $150370 - $255630
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 Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
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.