Project Manager II

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a Project Manager who embraces challenges and is a motivated self-starter. This position will be an integral part of a diverse team of professionals and subject matter experts fulfilling challenging technical requirements for our Webster Field customers. This position will support both urgent short duration projects and longer-term requirements. These project team activities will include system design, procurement, fabrication, integration, testing and evaluation, installation, and fielding support for the C5ISR platforms. The following duties are typical of the position:

1. Defines the objectives and strategies for the programs and underlying projects with alignment to customer and contractual requirements.
2. Facilitates the timely planning of the program consistent with program/project requirements and objectives.
3. Conducts regular program and project reviews with senior leadership and customers to monitor performance and quality standards.
4. Leads project teams to include engineering, finance, project analysts, contracts, subcontracts, and production.
5. Interact with business unit departments to plan and identify workforce requirements and coordinate scheduling.
6. Develop Program and Project plans to include Work Breakdown Structures, Statements of Work, Cost Estimates, Schedules, Risk Registers, Master Equipment Lists / Bill of Materials, and other project artifacts as required.
7. Manages programs / projects from the initial planning phase through program/project completion.
8. Interfaces and coordinates with customers, sponsors, and end users to provide the necessary program status and obtain customer feedback.
9. Monitors program / projects to ensure work scope, schedule, and budget are well defined and maintained.
10. Directs the work activities of assigned subordinate employees. Conducts performance appraisals, schedules resource availability and assignments, and develops career developments plans for subordinate employees.
11. Ensure projects are executed within safety, export, and security standards.
12. Resolves and communicates program / project issues, as appropriate.

This position is located in Lexington Park, MD. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to Southern Maryland or surrounding areas.Required Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor's Degree in Program Management, Business-related, or Engineering field of study and at least 8 years of related experience, including project management
Advanced problem solving and organizational skills
Ability to demonstrate professionalism, effective communication and leadership
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to initiate, prioritize, and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project) and Project Management Information Tools (Service Now, Jira, Confluence)Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Familiarity with military and DoD customer organizations
Familiarity or experience with tactical military communications systems
Technical Project Management experience
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP) certification or hands-on experience with SCRUM methodologies

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035

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.