Project Manager - Administrator - IT and Material Compliance

Job Description

The Space Manufacturing & Test Operations (SMTO) team is seeking a strategic, cross-functional leader to serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Project Manager for System Tool and Material Compliance. This critical role bridges the gap between high-level corporate compliance and manufacturing floor execution. You will be responsible for the operational integrity of system tool and material management systems, ensuring that SMTO remains compliant with stringent federal and industry regulations while optimizing the digital tools that drive manufacturing efficiency.

The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution – from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.

What You’ll Do

• IT Systems Leadership & Digital Transformation:
• SME Oversight: Lead the implementation and optimization of critical system tools, including MRP (Material Requirements Planning), MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), and PDM (Product Data Management).
• Tool Optimization: Drive continuous process improvements to enhance user experience and data integrity across SharePoint and other specialized project tools.
• Change Management: Lead Organizational Change Management (OCM) initiatives to ensure seamless user adoption of new technologies through targeted training, troubleshooting, and end-user support.
• Technical Resolution: Oversee the resolution of IT tickets assigned to SMTO compliance, ensuring minimal disruption to manufacturing operations.
• Operational Excellence & Material Support:
• Material Management Support: Proactively support SMTO on-the-floor material management as needed, reporting analytics, budgets, inventory management best practices and issue resolution, and administer material requirements ensuring effective resource allocation to factories for execution as well as cost control.
• Data Analytics: Gather, interpret, and synthesize operational data into concise briefings for SMTO management to support data-driven decision-making.
• Compliance Governance & Regulatory Oversight.
• Operational Planning: Translate complex compliance regulations into actionable operational plans for Integrated Technology and SMTO Material Management, providing clear guidance to internal customers and partners.
• Risk Management: Serve as the SMTO liaison to the Process Assurance Risk and Opportunity board and the Integration Technology Enhancement Board.
• Process Documentation: Provide guidance and support to owners of SMTO Business Process Documents to ensure standardization and audit-readiness.
• Regulatory Interpretation: Act as the primary point of contact for interpreting and implementing corporate policies to ensure SMTO adherence to DFARS 252.242-7004, FAR 52.245-1, NASA FAR Supplement, and AS9100.
• 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 three or more 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.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus 4 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.
• Technical Expertise: Proven experience with MRP (Material Requirements Planning) MES (Manufacturing Execution System), and PDM (Product Data Management) systems within a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Project Management: Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams (Operations, Supply Chain, IT, and Process Assurance) to achieve program milestones.
• Strategic Mindset: Ability to operate autonomously, develop innovative solutions for moderate-to-complex problems, and maintain a strategic vision in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with everyone from floor technicians to executive leadership.

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A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience in the Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Intelligence Communities.
• Compliance Knowledge: Deep familiarity with government contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS) and aerospace quality standards (AS9100).

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $82779 - $140723

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, Inc.

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.