Manager IV - Programs - Space Operations

Job Description

Contingent upon contract award to BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems and subsequent task orders.

The Ground Systems & Services (GSS) Strategic Business Unit is responsible for driving business growth in the ground systems development, operations & sustainment, and technical services markets. This business unit focuses on designing, building and integrating ground systems in support of air and space-based assets, providing operational support for mission platforms and instruments and offering scientific and engineering expertise to our customers.

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for program leadership, direction, and guidance that ensures successful program and mission execution in accordance with the budget, schedule, contract, Statement of Work (SOW), and other applicable specifications and requirements.
• Lead a high-visibility and high-tempo operations team across multiple geographic locations, responsible for 24x7 support to critical national space operations customers.
• Develop and monitor fidelity of the program execution including definition of tasks, program budgets, staffing, and subcontract management.
• Define, secure, organize, and direct staff, resources, standards, processes, procedures, and tools essential for the successful completion of the program.
• Provide sound leadership and team building to motivate, influence, and effectively apply the program staff.
• Develop and practice excellent internal/external communication techniques.
• Act as the main interface with the customer on all program related subjects.
• Provide leadership for team interaction with the operational customers, emphasizing customer satisfaction within contract boundaries.
• Employ knowledge of customer organizations and programs, particularly for national security space missions, to enhance program performance, customer relations, and future growth opportunities.
• Establish, maintain, and lead a cross functional team capable of providing high-availability support up to and including 24x7 365 days a year.
• Provide leadership to identify and implement improvements to operational concepts, procedures, training, and other activities and to meet customer's needs.
• Train the program team on program execution techniques and set and enforce high standards for operational excellence.
• Ensure that program requirements, purposes, objectives, and expectations are communicated and flowed down to the internal team and subcontractors.
• Resolve conflicts, demands, and priorities on assigned programs.
• Recognize, develop, and work to win potential follow-on work, increased scope, and additional programs within the appropriate program customer contacts.
• Work unplanned program issues to a best solution, including development of plans-forward, escalation and increased resources, as required.
• Communicate program status to upper management.
• Manage and support proposals, as required.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Short Term Incentive: Subject to business performance and recommendations of management, this role may be eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS/BA in related field plus 12 or more years related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• A current, active Top Secret/SCI Polygraph security clearance is required.
• Degree in Engineering, Math, Physics, or Space Operations is preferred.
• At least 5 years of Program Management experience with programs managing at least 50 people across multiple geographic locations and dealing with multiple stakeholder organizations.
• At least 5 years of experience supporting 24x7 space-related operational environments.
• At least 7 years in the U.S. Intelligence Community.
• Solid background in space operations with emphasis on ground and space segments and operations programs, including experience using a variety of space operations tools.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams in hardware / software development, operations, sustainment, factory reach back, V&V, and integration / deployment into complex Government Enterprise systems.
• Demonstrated experience managing program / project budgets or cost accounts in excess of $100M.
• Demonstrated experience managing large sub-contracts in excess of $25M.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing standard program management tools including:
  • Earned Value (EV) principles including planning and budgeting, schedule development, change control, variance reporting.
  • Program performance reporting status including program highlights, Cost Performance Index (CPI), Schedule Performance Index (SPI), schedule reporting/progress, technical status.
  • Thorough understanding of the risk and opportunity management process as related to program plan.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with demanding customers, difficult schedules, and technically challenging projects.
• Ability to self-start and understand the big picture as well as technical, budget and schedule issues at the detail level.
• Must be comfortable and competent with MS Office computer tools including: Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint and Office.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent presentation development and delivery skills.
• Thorough understanding of Change Control process to control, monitor and resolve internal and external changes related to Program plan.

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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $173023 - $294137

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 Space & Mission 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.

Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.

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.

Multiple positions may be available on this opening.