Program Mgr II

Requisition Number

111245BR

FAST Labs™ is a world-class research and microelectronics production organization. Our vision, We secure the future through fearless innovation®, fuels our curiosity, and propels our teams to take on ‘never been done before’ challenges. We believe how we work is just as important as what we work on, and we are guided by three key principles: We are one team who embraces the power of learning and collaboration; We innovate for impact; and Our innovation is multidimensional.

Sitting at the heart of BAE Systems Electronic Systems (ES), FAST Labs defines the next generation of technology across ES’s defense and commercial portfolios. We seek to turn groundbreaking research into real-life impact for our customers, as we develop advanced capabilities in advanced electronics, sensors and processing, AI, autonomy, RF, EO/IR, cyber, and more. We value internal and external partnerships and collaborate across a broad innovation ecosystem that includes DoD/IC/OGA labs and research teams, universities, small businesses, and venture firms/accelerators – all in service of developing advanced technologies to enable our nation’s warfighting mission needs. In the advanced electronics domain, we further the mission by developing and delivering some of the most advanced microelectronics products that enable our customers to differentiate their offerings across commercial and defense markets.

The Microelectronics (µE) Product Line performs cutting-edge microelectronics research in its Science & Technology area and delivers advanced microelectronic products in its four Development & Production areas that advance mission capabilities across commercial and defense applications.

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to join our Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC) Product Area to support our µE Product Line. Reporting directly to the Product Area Director, the MMIC Program Manager will manage, coordinate, plan, organize, control, integrate, and execute multiple programs simultaneously. They will ensure achievement of financial, schedule, and performance objectives. They will support new business capture and development of financial plans for the Product Area. They will be expected to model and demonstrate strong leadership in ethics, safety and security.

This position requires collaborating and interfacing with Engineering, Operations, Business Development, Contracts, Subcontracts, Finance, and Procurement functions within the company as well as with internal and external customers to ensure that the portfolio’s financial, schedule and technical objectives are met and that the highest level of customer satisfaction is achieved.

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format. It will require mostly in-person, on-site work with the potential for allowing some remote work. The work location is Nashua, NH.

Key aspects of this role:

Accountability for all aspects of program initiation, planning and execution (cost, schedule, technical performance, quality, customer engagement, etc.) and ensuring program commitments are met.

Responsibility and accountability to the Business for program execution, profitability, timeliness, and overall success. Make decisions that are cost effective to the company and ensures assigned projects meet financial commitments for orders, sales, profit and cash flow.

Creation of new business strategies and the development of strategic and financial plans

Understanding of life cycle management

Working with various contract types

Earned Value Management

Communication with clear, concise messaging to teams, internal leadership and customers#LI-KS1

Job Posting Title

FAST Labs - MMIC Program Manager II

Job Family

Program Management

Travel Percentage

<10%

Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position

Secret

Shift

1st Shift

Regular or Temporary

Regular

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 10 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

Bachelor's Degree and 10+ years work experience or Master’s Degree with 8+ years experience

2 - 4 years’ experience as a Program Manager (PM) or Program Engineering Manager (PEM)

Knowledge / experience in a Semiconductor Foundry and the development, fabrication or testing of microelectronics or electronic subsystems

Sustainment and/or production program management experience

Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) in an Earned Value Management System (EVMS)

Experience with working in, understanding and partnering with functional matrix organizations

Strong presentation and organizational skills

Strong communication skills with ability to influence and shape the behavior and performance of teams executing complex requirements

Demonstrates business acumen and presence at the leadership level

Knowledge of defense contract types

Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance

Preferred Skills and Education

Master’s or PhD. in engineering or a similar field

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

5+ years’ experience as a Program Manager (PM), Program Engineering Manager (PEM) or Technical Project Manager

Background or experience in microelectronics or MMICs or electronic subsystems design, production, and test

Experience in MMIC development or production

Interpersonal and Leadership Skills – demonstrated experience being successful leading cross-functional teams and supervising individuals

Experience in developing product roadmaps

Experience in proposal development activities and capturing new business

Experience interfacing with microelectronics foundries and suppliers

Experience in structured problem solving with demonstrated ability to systematically determine root cause

Active DoD Secret clearance

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.

Department

1FK_ES FAST Labs Program Mgmt

Company

BAE_BAE SYSTEMS Info&Elec Sys Intg

Posting Requirements

Internal/External

Job Category

Project & Program Management

U.S. Person Required

Yes

Business Area

FAST Labs

Salary Max Point

249330

Salary Min Point

146670

Union Job

None

Recruiter

Kevin Smith