Program Manager III – Defense/Submarine Programs (Onsite)

VetJobs; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 153,000 - 261,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems in Louisville, KY is hiring a Program Manager III to oversee Propulsor portfolio programs with profit and loss responsibility. The role ensures on-time deliverables, budget control, and quality, reporting to the Director for Submarine Programs. On-site in Louisville with up to 10% travel.

The candidate will manage a matrixed team, develop program plans, and drive risk management and issue resolution, while coordinating with customers and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain
• Bachelor’s Degree and 12+ years of experience or equivalent
• Strong customer focus and relationship building skills
• Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Manage program execution to meet cost, schedule, and technical performance goals
• Monitor and control current contracts with disciplined change management
• Lead development of IMS, reporting metrics like delivery and budget adherence
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (operations, supply chain, manufacturing, engineering)
• Capture new business opportunities and lead proposal development

Skills

Program/Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Risk Management

Cost Estimating

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Advanced Excel

Oracle ERP

Job description

BAE Systems in Louisville, KY is hiring a Program Manager III to oversee Propulsor portfolio programs with profit and loss responsibility. The role ensures on-time deliverables, budget control, and quality, reporting to the Director for Submarine Programs. On-site in Louisville with up to 10% travel.

The candidate will manage a matrixed team, develop program plans, and drive risk management and issue resolution, while coordinating with customers and internal stakeholders.