Director II, Programs - BAE Systems

Job Description

What s it like working for an innovative company that takes on some of the world s most important challenges? Rewarding

In a company like ours, everything we do matters and that certainly applies to our Program team members

They are an essential link to our customers and our reputation of a company to trust

We are looking for a Director of Programs to join our team and assume a lead role in San Diego Ship Repair

You ll work with other exceptional professionals and find opportunities to learn and grow in your career while you help us deliver innovative projects

Most importantly, with our culture of safety and innovation, and the chance to make an impact on our business, you ll build a career and life you can be proud of

As a Director, Programs, you will + Lead the execution of all programmatic functions throughout the shipyard, including external communications with customers and senior leadership teams

+ Drive innovation and solutions, facilitating alignment of corporate investments with customer needs

+ Develop and direct the overall program strategy across Navy and Commercial Ship Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul, and Modernization Programs

+ Oversee proposal and pre-production activities through leadership of the Program Management Office (PMO)

+ Ensure successful execution of programs during pre-production, production, and availability closeout phases

+ Ensure program compliance throughout all availabilities, from initial solicitations to end of availability

+ Develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and metrics to evaluate program performance using the Earned Value Management System (EVMS)

+ Lead the PMO and Planning department, responsible for BAE San Diego Ship Repair Life Cycle Management (LCM) reporting and program execution

+ Maintain and develop the Lifecycle Management System using the Earned Value Management System

+ Work closely with Operations to ensure projects meet or exceed corporate financial goals

+ Develop and manage schedules and planning products, providing oversight of data-driven metrics to drive company performance

+ Hold departments accountable for meeting schedule and cost goals throughout each project

+ Develop people, including succession planning, education, and training to improve skills, engagement, and performance

+ Instill a culture of Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) excellence throughout the organization

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

+ Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Project Management, Business Development, Finance, or similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience + Twelve (12) years of relevant experience to include managing cross-functional teams to deliver commitments, or equivalent combination of education and experience + Experience in Program Management/PMO + Experience in People Management/Leadership + Experience in Shipbuilding, Ship Repair, Maritime, or similar industry + Knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Items (Repair) and Commercial standards + Ability to develop concepts, plans, schedules, and budgets and effectively communicate them to the team to align cross-functional goals + Ability to organize and prioritize project schedules and requirements on short-term and long-term basis + Ability to monitor performance through KPIs and metrics, analyze data, and deliver status reports and presentations to leadership and customers + Ability to identify, analyze, and understand problems and collaborate to explore creative solutions + Ability to lead, mentor, coach, train, and support succession planning + Ability to manage stakeholders, influence, and negotiate + Strong planning, coordination, and organization skills + Good reasoning and decision-making skills + Strong collaboration skills to foster a team culture + Effective communication and presentation skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

+ Master s Degree or MBA + PMP Certification + Experience in the Defense Ship Repair + Experience in Lifecycle Management (LCM) + Experience in Earned Value Management (EVM) + Experience in Process Improvement, Change Management, or Transformational Leadership + Strong Business and Financial Acumen + Ability to hold yourself and others accountable + Ability to remain agile in a dynamic environment + Advanced Data Analytics and Reporting skills

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $169630 - $288370 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

Director II, Programs

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