About this role
Job Description
FAST Labs™ is a world-class research organization. Our vision, We secure the future through fearless innovation®, fuels our curiosity and propels our technical teams to take on ‘never been done before’ challenges. FAST Labs defines the next generation of technology across BAE Systems’ Electronic Systems (ES) sector.
Internal to FAST Labs, the Sensing Technologies (ST) Mission Area is seeking a Task Manager to support programs across the Tech Areas. The ST product line develops next-generation lasers, precision optical pointers, advanced seekers, and expendables. ST has established itself as a market leader in the development of EO/IR and RF technologies. Due to the varying sizes of R&D programs, a Task Manager (TM) may be required to oversee multiple R&D efforts in the different Tech Areas.
The position requires Active Clearance. This is a fast paced, challenging, and career rewarding experience. The TM supports Project Managers (PM) through the completion of defined, short-term tasks with specific guidance. They will assist with LCM documentation, manage action registers, and perform other project administrative tasks. Must be comfortable briefing status and actions to the program manager and team. Other key responsibilities include:
- Updating the project schedule.
- Conducting budget management.
- Analyzing project performance.
This position reports directly to the ST Program Management Office (PMO) Lead and can be based out of our Merrimack, NH or Austin TX facility. This position will require virtual and in-person collaboration with customers and staff across BAE Systems ES Facilities. Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.
Required Skills and Education
- Active Secret DoW clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance.
- Good communication skills.
- Willingness to learn.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to interact with senior stakeholders.
- Awareness of the project, its markets, customers and strategic priorities.
- Awareness of the wider Project Management environment, and of development in the field.
- Basic understanding of the structure, organization, processes and culture of the project, so as to be able to support implementation of appropriate PM approaches.
- Understanding of how own duties relate to project team.
Preferred Skills and Education
- Ability to allocate and assign resources to technical tasks and manage the resources toward efficient utilization.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills and decision-making abilities.
- Basic reviewing and approving Basis of Estimates and proposals including assessment of associated risks and opportunities.
- Ability to manager customer communications and CRDL for the PM as well as customer meetings (internal/external)
About BAE Systems, Inc.:
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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.
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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.
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Benefits
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).