Program Staffing Specialist (Senior)

Job Description

BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of Defense, the government, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world.

At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie, and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer a flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.

We are seeking an innovative and experienced Program Staffing Specialist to join our Program Management Office (PMO) team on a large prime IT contract supporting a key government customer, aligned with BAE Systems' A3 strategy - a bold, forward-looking approach built on the transformative power of Automation, Artificial Intelligence, and Autonomy. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in driving our mission success by ensuring seamless subcontractor staffing and partnership management, while leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, including AI and automation, to enhance our processes and drive efficiency. Operating at the intersection of technology and national security, this position offers a high degree of autonomy and career growth. The ideal candidate will immerse themselves in the program's management and strategy, with the expectation that they will grow into emerging leadership roles. The primary work location for this position is Sterling, VA with flexible work hours and occasional work from home opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractor partners, ensuring effective communication and collaboration to align with our business strategy

• Manage all subcontractor candidate submissions, prescreen resumes, and coordinate with companies and hiring managers to gather necessary documentation and information, utilizing AI-powered tools to streamline and automate tasks where possible

• Review and evaluate technical resumes to ensure qualifications and experience align with customer requirements

• Identify opportunities to leverage AI and automation to enhance subcontractor staffing and partnership management processes, and develop and implement innovative solutions to drive efficiency and effectiveness

• Design and optimize prompts for AI models to improve the accuracy and efficiency of candidate screening, resume review, and other staffing-related tasks

• Analyze data and provide insights to inform subcontractor staffing and partnership management decisions, utilizing data analytics and visualization tools to identify trends and opportunities for improvement

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement automated tools and solutions to support subcontractor staffing and partnership management, such as chatbots, workflow automation, and AI-powered candidate screening

• Other duties as assigned

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum 6 years of relevant work experience, or 4 years with a Master's degree
• Strong business development and communication skills
• Ability to comprehend technical job requirements and accurately match candidate resumes with relevant experience and skills
• Experience with subcontractor management and recruitment
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Experience with data analysis, insights, and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)
• Familiarity with AI, automation technologies, and prompt engineering principles

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience in a PMO or project management environment
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, Agile, etc.)
• Experience in industrial security protocols
• Familiarity with subcontracting regulations and policies in the defense or aerospace industry
• Experience with AI and automation technologies, such as machine learning, natural language processing, and workflow automation
• Data Analytics Certification
• Experience with prompt engineering tools and techniques, such as natural language processing and machine learning

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $101398 - $172377

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.