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Job Description An exciting opportunity for a Subcontract Program Manager (SPM) to engage and support the Integrated Survivability Solutions (ISS) Product Line managing the full life cycle of subcontractors supporting programs within ISS delivering critical capabilities to our customer and warfighter. This individual will be afforded the opportunity to shape critical supplier relationships, define, develop and execute key strategic plans defining in the proactive management of each subcontractor, and operate as the subcontractor integrated product team lead supporting program performance. Within this setting, our Operations employees turn innovative engineering designs into real solutions to meet our customers' needs. From Supply Chain, to manufacturing and test, Electronic Systems offers opportunities to work with technology rarely accessible in other manufacturing firms. Our training and development programs provide employees with career advancement in a diverse work environment.
In this role you will:
* Develop and execute strategies for the successful completion of on time & defect free subcontracts for materials, equipment, supplies and services of a highly specialized and complex nature through all phases of the program lifecycle.
* Evaluate, analyze, negotiate, and manage assigned subcontracts to perform to each project's specifications, quality, budget, schedule and earned value requirements to include the timely delivery of all deliverables required to fulfill the subcontract.
* Author, manage and influence critical path releases of Statements of Works (SOWs) and program plans to align with required schedules and subcontractor lead times
* Deliver quality customer service to both internal and external customers and foster and maintain good supplier relationships, while driving a Zero-Defect mindset with suppliers.
* Participate in the support of new business and in the development of financial plans for the company, as it pertains to the planned outsourced portion of the project(s).Who you are:
* Ability to work independently, as well as manage cross functional integrated program teams (IPT) on all assigned subcontract related issues; multi-tasking is crucial for success.
* Must be able to assess, prioritize, drive issues to closure and be assertive when required.
* Exercises discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties.
* Exhibits best practice work habits and collaborates with other subcontract team members to promote operational excellence and completeness.
* Models and demonstrates strong leadership in ethics, safety, corporate responsibility, and security. Required Education, Experience, & Skills * Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time
* Bachelor's degree in a related field of study
* Experience in Subcontract Management, Project Management and/or Program Management
* Strong demonstrated negotiation skills and strategies
* Support & work with new business capture to include proposals
* Experience developing long-term strategies and tactical plans to achieve enterprise objectives.
* Successful, proven record of leading and managing multi-discipline project teams
* Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on relationship building, leading through influence, and the ability to effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) at all levels
* Ability to develop plans specifying goals, staffing, scheduling, identification of risks, contingency plans, and allocation of available resources
* Experience with scope management and cost estimating, including estimate to complete/estimate at completion (ETC/EAC) processes.
* Ability to communicate with senior management regarding subcontract performance status (cost / schedule / resources / risk) as well as performance to financial objectives
* Experience communicating externally either with customers or suppliers
* Technical and business acumen
* Control Account Management (CAM) experience (at minimum, CAM trained) Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills * Strategic plan development and execution
* Strong analytical and negotiation skills
* Experienced team leader
* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations or equivalent
* Master's Degree in Engineering and/or Business Administration
* Prior experience as a project manager 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 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.