Job Description
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, collaboration, and inclusion; 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 and rapidly fielding 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 products that provide the warfighter with a competitive advantage against our adversaries.

This Program Director will manage, coordinate, plan, organize, control, integrate, and execute multiple quick reaction capability and transition to production efforts simultaneously as part of ongoing research programs. They will ensure achievement of financial, schedule, and technical performance objectives. They will support new business capture and development of financial plans for the company. They will be expected to model and demonstrate strong leadership in ethics, safety and security.

The selected candidate will support programs with employees based out of Merrimack, NH, Burlington, MA, and Arlington, VA. This position requires a comprehensive interface with Operations, Engineering, Contracts, Subcontracts, Finance, Procurement, Quality, and Security 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. You will have a significant opportunity to work with leaders in these areas and in the technical business areas defining future technology transition.

This role will involve a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work. Although the role will take the form of a hybrid work format allowing some remote work, it will require in-person on-site work due to the classified nature of programs within the portfolio.

Key aspects of this role:

Accountable for all aspects of project initiation, planning and execution (cost, schedule, technical performance, quality, customer engagement, etc.) and ensuring integrated project team commitments are met.
Responsible and accountable to the Business for program execution, profitability, timeliness, and overall success. Makes decisions that are cost effective to the company and ensures assigned projects meet financial commitments for orders, sales, profit and cash flow.
Leads in the creation of new business strategies and procedures for addressing government desire for rapid transition of prototype capability to production
An understanding of life cycle management
Knowledge of defense contract types
Strong communication skills both internal and customer facing

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's Degree and 12+ years work experience or Master's Degree with 10+ years experience
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Active DoD Secret clearance and ability to obtain DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI and SAP accesses
Sustainment and/or production program management experience
Strong Business Acumen and presence at the leadership level
Strong Interpersonal and Leadership Skills - demonstrated experience being successful leading cross-functional teams and supervising individuals
Highly tuned Interpersonal Skills -- skilled communicator who influences and shapes the behavior and performance of teams executing complex requirements
Strong presentation and organizational skills
Knowledge of externally reported Earned Value Management

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Technical knowledge and experience in FAST Labs technologies (RF, EO/IR, Autonomy, AI, Cyber, Microelectronics) is a major plus

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.

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.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.