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Job Description About the Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Subcontract Program Manager to join our dynamic Tactical Systems team. In this role, you will be responsible for the complete lifecycle management of subcontracts for highly-specialized materials, equipment, supplies, and services. You will be a key interface between BAE Systems, our suppliers, and internal program teams, ensuring successful execution of critical programs. In this role, you will: * Manage the execution of subcontracts for materials, equipment, supplies and services of a highly-specialized and complex nature through all phases of the program lifecycle.
* Evaluate, 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 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).
* Assess, prioritize, and drive issues to closure, demonstrating assertiveness when necessary.
* Collaborate with other subcontract team members to promote operational excellence and completeness.
Who You Are: You are a proactive and results-oriented professional with a strong understanding of the defense industry and government contracting. You possess excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively lead and influence cross-functional teams. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to delivering high-quality results. You consistently demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Required Education, Experience, & Skills * Bachelor's degree (any discipline).
* 6+ years of experience in Subcontract Management, Project Management, or Supply Chain Management.
* Strong demonstrated negotiation skills and strategies.
* Experience in new business capture, including proposal development.
* Experience developing long-term strategies and tactical plans to achieve enterprise objectives.
* Proven track record of leading and managing multi-discipline project teams.
* Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on relationship building and leading through influence.
* Ability to develop project plans specifying goals, staffing, scheduling, risk identification, contingency plans, and resource allocation.
* Experience with scope management and cost estimating, including Estimate to Complete/Estimate at Completion (ETC/EAC) processes.
* Ability to communicate supplier performance status (cost/schedule/resources/risk) and financial performance to senior management.
* Technical and business acumen.
* Control Account Management (CAM) experience (at minimum, CAM trained).
* Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
* Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Preferred Education, Experience & Skills: * Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Operations.
* Master's Degree in Engineering and/or Business Administration.
* Prior experience as a project manager.
* Experience leading cross-functional teams in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
* Program Management Institute's (PMI) Program Management Professional (PMP) certification.
* Demonstrated Risk Management experience.
* Experience with information systems such as Oracle.
* Knowledge of acquisition policies and procedures, including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR).
* Significant experience managing the development and compliance of requirements (SOWs, specifications, contractual terms, etc.).
* Strong organizational skills to handle multiple overlapping projects simultaneously.
* Experience in Tactical Systems or defense-electronics production environments.
* Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $128831 - $219012 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.