Defense Project Manager – Synthetic Training & Simulation

BAE Systems OneArc USA, Inc; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems OneArc USA, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead DoD contracts and oversee delivery of advanced synthetic training and simulation solutions in support of Army missions.

You will drive cost, schedule, and performance objectives while interfacing with Army customers and prime contractors. The role requires strong experience managing multiple complex programs, applying agile practices, and ensuring FAR/ITAR compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in project management within the Defense/Aerospace industry.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.
• Experience managing various contract types (Firm Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost-Plus).
• Experience with System and Software engineering lifecycles.
• Proficiency with project planning tools (e.g., Microsoft Project) and agile management tools (e.g., Jira).

Responsibilities

• Manage the execution of complex DoD contract requirements, ensuring cost, schedule, and performance objectives are achieved.
• Serve as the primary interface with U.S. Army customers and stakeholders, resolving contractual and program challenges.
• Implement agile project management processes to guide the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to delivery.
• Manage contract budgets (labor, material, travel, purchased services) and reporting for various contract types (FFP, T&M, Cost-type).
• Ensure project compliance with FAR, export control (ITAR), and internal BAE Systems OneArc quality standards.
• Provide leadership to cross-functional teams, resolving dependencies, clarifying technical requirements, and fostering collaboration.
• Formally identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risk throughout the project lifecycle.
• Communicate program status and risks to executive leadership.

Skills

Project management

DoD/Defense

Agile management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Project Management, or related field

Tools

Jira

Microsoft Project

Job description

BAE Systems OneArc USA, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead DoD contracts and oversee delivery of advanced synthetic training and simulation solutions in support of Army missions.

You will drive cost, schedule, and performance objectives while interfacing with Army customers and prime contractors. The role requires strong experience managing multiple complex programs, applying agile practices, and ensuring FAR/ITAR compliance.