Director - Capital Program Controls

About the role

BAE Systems is a leading global defense, security, and aerospace company. Our Ordnance Systems business is hiring an experienced Director – Capital Program Controls to join our team. As a Director, you will play an integral role in ensuring the successful modernization of our nation’s Munitions Industrial Base. You will be leading a team of construction schedulers and cost controllers to directly plan and support Integrated Project Teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and lead a Program Controls team, including developing and improving processes, systems, standards, frameworks, reports, and performance metrics
• Guide the team in the preparation of programmatic baselines
• Perform monthly/weekly cost and schedule analyses, such as variance analysis to identify and mitigate cost and scheduling risks
• Develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and supporting metrics to support Product Line Leader decision making
• Manage Earned Value Management System (EVMS); provide guidance and development of new tools to drive performance efficiency
• Monitor, control, and communicate performance status and prepare reports and presentations
• Guide the team to conduct detailed schedule risk assessments, identifying and mitigating program scheduling risks
• Collaborate with Program Management, Engineering, Construction, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate scope execution and adherence to strict budgets in a fast-paced environment
• Provide insightful recommendations to program management to drive data-based decision making; become a full scale business partner
• Drive innovation and change, introduce industry best practices, high-efficiency systems, and mature functional capabilities
• Create a culture where everyone is valued, engaged, and invested in our success
• Develop, coach, mentor, and train team to drive performance, productivity, and growth

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience
• Experience in Program Controls, Program Finance, or Program Management
• Proven track record of successfully managing capital program controls for large-scale business
• Proficiency in Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles and application
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and develop insightful recommendations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated Leadership skills, with the ability to mentor, coach, and train team to reach excellence in cost and schedule control methodologies

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Masters Degree
• Professional Certification
• Experience in managing full EVMS programs
• Experience in Construction, Chemical, or Oil & Gas industries
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $153377 - $260743

Employee Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings accounts
• A 401(k) savings plan
• Disability coverage
• Life and accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal plan
• Other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
• Recognition program
• Incentives based on position level and/or job specifics

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services

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.

Our Company

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.