Program Manager - Controls and Avionics Solutions

BAE Systems•Village of Endicott, NY

22d•$124,200 - $211,100•Remote

About The Position

This position is based in Endicott, New York. However, working from a remote location may be an option for highly experienced candidates that have a strong track record of success in the leadership of complex development programs. You don't see it, but it's there. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. In Controls & Avionics Solutions, you will have the opportunity to help define and develop the next generation of avionics for military platforms - whether it is fly-bywire flight controls, manned unmanned teaming technologies, mission payloads or autonomous controls. We are the leader in high integrity controls solutions providing stick to surface flight control solutions for the enduring fleet and new platforms. Through this controls pedigree, we are also bringing advanced technologies and capabilities that enable unmanned teammates to make autonomous decisions at the tactical edge – enabling the missions of 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 missions: "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 is a world leader in flight critical controls and avionics and is experiencing unprecedented growth. As a result, we are seeking highly experienced Development Program, Program Managers who have demonstrated the ability of leading and managing complex development programs throughout the project lifecycle. The selected individuals will be responsible for maintaining strong customer relationships and leading a multidisciplinary team to execute complex development programs within schedule and budget. We have multiple opportunities across a wide variety of military aircraft programs. This position has the responsibility for the leadership and management oversight of a project team assuring that project’s financials, schedule, and technical objectives are met and that the highest level of customer satisfaction is achieved while meeting all contractual commitments. Candidates for this role should have a demonstrated history of successfully supporting products both in and out of production. The candidate must be able to work effectively and collaboratively with Engineering, Operations, and all Program Office functional leadership to assure deliveries continue to exceed customer commitments and achievement of financial commitments to the company. Manages, coordinates, plans, organizes, controls, integrates, and executes projects within the Military Aircraft Systems portfolio. Participates in the support of new business and in the development of proposals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering or manufacturing management, or other discipline
Minimum 8 years of demonstrated success leading execution of complex electronics production programs
Demonstrated ability for building strong customer/ stakeholder relationships.
Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions
Highly adaptable with strong initiative
Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams
Knowledge of the global aviation market and regulatory requirements and/ or military aviation market

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in manufacturing, management, engineering or related disciplines
15 years of demonstrated experience leading a portfolio of production programs across one or more program platforms in a high tempo, defense aerospace electronics assembly environment
Program Management Professional (PMP) certification
Defense contract proposal preparation experience at values >$2M each
Proven track record of favorable negotiation outcomes and successful program delivery at values >$5M each

Responsibilities

leadership and management oversight of a project team assuring that project’s financials, schedule, and technical objectives are met
achievement of the highest level of customer satisfaction while meeting all contractual commitments
work effectively and collaboratively with Engineering, Operations, and all Program Office functional leadership to assure deliveries continue to exceed customer commitments and achievement of financial commitments to the company
Manages, coordinates, plans, organizes, controls, integrates, and executes projects within the Military Aircraft Systems portfolio
Participates in the support of new business and in the development of proposals

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
a legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
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.