TACAIR Program Engineering Manager I

Program Engineering Manager (PEM)

Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. We are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we are innovating for the future. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission : "We Protect Those Who Protect Us." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

BAE Systems Electronic Solutions is looking for a Program Engineering Manager (PEM) to join the EPAWSS production team. The candidate demonstrates proven execution of a full-scale program through excellent risk assessment, outstanding leadership, and strong decision making with solid analysis skills. The PEM provides technical responsibility and leadership to cross-functional teams through the design, development, fielding, and support of the system. The PEM represents the technical team to project managers, functions, and executive leadership, and provides responsibilities for developing the overall technical solution for a product or system.

The PEM is the decision authority between the Chief Engineer and engineering team and is responsible for developing the overall technical solution for the system. The PEM is expected to influence the design, development, test and verification. In addition, the PEM is responsible for identifying and communicating technical risks and opportunities between the engineering team, Chief Engineer and program management team. The PEM will lead the engineering effort for the entire program ensuring the solution meets customer programmatic and technical requirements within the allocated engineering cost and schedule.

Specific job responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Requires qualified candidates to hold an active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain Special Access Program clearances.
• Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience.
• Experience in engineering development or production of complex electronic systems.
• Experience leading engineering teams in the solution of complex technical problems.
• Product engineering acumen within one or more disciplines, and engineering management experience, to include : planning, estimating, and execution.
• Degrees and / or direct job experience within multiple engineering disciplines.
• Previous job experience operating within classified and / or a Special Access Program environment.
• Previous job experience operating within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous program engineering management experience.
• Electronic Warfare (EW) technical domain knowledge, including hardware products or capabilities.
• Planning and organizational skills with the ability to diagnose, resolve complex problems, and to develop improved methods to increase program efficiency.
• Written and oral communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills (soft skills, strategic thinking, leading teams, building relationships).
• Team building skills that enable collaboration and coordination within and across teams, functions, and other business units.

Full-Time Salary Range : $130355 - $221603. 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.

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 will find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.