Military Avionics System Development Program Manager Security Clearance

Position: Military Avionics System Development Program Manager with Security Clearance
Job Description This role requires strong collaboration/in-person and independent work, preference will be given to working onsite.

Location:

This position is based in Endicott, New York. However, working from a remote location may be an option for highly experienced candidates, with familiarity of BAE Systems processes that have a strong track record of success in the leadership of complex flight-critical 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-by-wire 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. In this job, you will:
* Take responsibility for management and execution of a large technical contract, i.e., manage scope, schedule, and budget across complex development programs.
* Deliver to contractual commitments.
* Lead decision making based on knowledge of Life Cycle Management, Earned Value Management (EVM), and Critical Path Scheduling.
* Oversee Engineering Development project(s) and serve as liaison between project management and planning team, and line management.
* Prepare project execution plan and identify technical and business resources needed.
* Review status of projects and budgets, manage schedules, and prepare status reports.
* Assess issues and develop solutions to meet productivity, quality, and client satisfaction objectives.
* Lead briefings and high-level meetings.
* Interact frequently with senior-level executives and customers concerning projects, operational decisions, contracts, and strategies.
* Provide leadership for new business development, capture strategies, and proposals.
* Maintain a safe work environment and ensure compliance with safety and environmental objectives. Required Education, Experience, & Skills
* Bachelors' degree in engineering or other discipline with relevant experience leading technical development programs.
* Minimum 10 years of demonstrated success leading execution of complex, aircraft electronics development programs.
* Demonstrated ability for building strong customer / stakeholder relationships.
* Knowledge of the military aviation market.
* Strong presentation, data analysis and organizational skills
* Highly adaptable with strong initiative
* LEAN certification / experience Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
* Master's Degree in engineering and Masters of Business Administration
* Minimum 15 years of demonstrated experience leading diverse teams in a high tempo, aerospace electronic systems development environment
* Program Management Professional (PMP) certification
* Prior roles held to include:
Development (HW/SW/FW) Engineer, Systems Engineer, Cost Account Management, Engineering Manager, Integrated Product Team Leader
* Lean six sigma certified
* Earned Value Management experience
* Supply chain management experience
* Factory product transition experience
* Experience executing military development programs
* New Business Capture Lead experience / Proposal manager experience
* Strong business and financial acumen: proficiency in budgeting, financial controls, profitability analysis, and alignment with program objectives.
* Demonstrated leadership of multi-disciplinary, high-tempo teams with the…