Director, US Army Programs

Job Description

You don’t see it, but it’s there. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics –from precision seekers for American anti-ballistic missile defense and Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS), providing cutting edge secure communication and assured navigation systems, to protecting the Army’s rotary wing fleet. At Aerospace & Mission Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The WorldTM.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

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.

Director, US Army Programs provides expertise to the Aerospace & Mission Systems Segment Leadership and its Business Areas by:

• Supporting business development by identification, qualification, creation, and prioritization of Army business opportunities
• Development of marketing plans, capture strategies and supporting Industry Days, Symposiums, Professional Events, Conferences, and Trade Shows
• Supporting current business activities through regular interface with Department of the Army Staff and Secretariat organizations

This position requires expertise and knowledge of the Headquarters Department of the Army, to include the Army Staff, Secretariat, and Program Acquisition Executive (PAE) organizations.

The position will develop and maintain close trusted partner relationships with offices of senior Army and Army Civilian customers, industry partners, competitors, and suppliers primarily located within the National Capital Region. The position will coordinate with Aerospace & Mission Systems Business Development, Engineering, and Program Management personnel to strategize and support briefings to customers that highlight BAE Systems capabilities and solutions.

The Director, US Army Programs will be the Service Lead and report to the Aerospace & Mission Systems Segment Vice President of Customer Requirements & Advocacy.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information as well as maintain BAE Systems’ highest ethical standards.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Secret clearance, Top Secret clearance eligibility
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Tactical experience with US Army ground maneuver, fires, aviation, or C2 units and functions
• Experience with HQDA, ASCC and/or ACOM Staff Level Operations, Planning, Acquisition, or Budgeting.
• Understanding of DoW and Army Requirements, Acquisition and/or Budget development processes
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master’s Degree
• Thorough understanding of the US Army market, its customers and the ability to think strategically and champion future opportunities for Aerospace & Mission Systems
• Thorough knowledge of the Department of the Army corporate process for Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution (PPBE).
• Experience working in the Army or Joint Staff.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $173023 - $294137

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 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.