Microelectronics Program Manager

Job Description
FAST Labs™ is a world-class research and microelectronics production organization. Our vision, ‘we secure the future through fearless innovation’, fuels our curiosity and propels our teams to take on ‘never been done before’ challenges. In the advanced electronics domain of FAST Labs™, we further the mission by developing and delivering some of the most advanced microelectronics technology and products that enable our customers to differentiate their offerings across commercial and warfare/defense markets. These technologies and products are based on a multitude of microelectronics fabrication technologies in silicon, SiGe, GaN, GaAs, and experimental processes.

The Microelectronics (µE) Product Line performs cutting-edge microelectronics research in its Science & Technology (S&T) area and delivers advanced microelectronic offerings in its Products & Services (P&S) area, that advance mission capabilities across commercial and warfare/defense applications.

We are seeking a Program Manager who will serve as an Account Manager for the Microelectronics product catalog. This Program Manager’s primary responsibility is managing and directly executing quotes, purchase orders, deliveries, and demand forecasting of P&S products; interfacing with customers, across functions and the foundry team, and vendors to collaborate and provide status updates; and supporting the management of programs in different stages of maturity ranging from development to full production. The successful candidate must be comfortable leading briefings of program status and excel at customer engagement. Other key responsibilities include:

• Support the product order and execution process by contributing to the creation and management of budgets and schedules.
• Identify and address order- and program-related issues, prioritize tasks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop effective solutions.
• Act as a point of contact with other program managers, operations personnel, and internal stakeholders regarding order-related matters and ensure the stakeholders are engaged in addressing any deficiencies.
• Support the tracking of resources, personnel, and processes to ensure the successful execution and completion of orders and programs.
• Monitor and report on key order and program performance metrics, such as on-time delivery, budget adherence, and overall performance, and prepare regular status reports.
• Ensure that products are fully prepared for production and delivery, coordinating with engineering, operations, and quality assurance teams to verify that all requirements are met while addressing any identified deficiencies.
• Engage with the internal foundry team and vendors to ensure alignment on order or program requirements, including deliverables, cost structures, and timelines.
• Manage and support proposals, as required.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it can take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite (> 50% of time) and remotely; or an on-site format.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree with 6+ years of work experience.
• Ability to obtain DoW Secret clearance with SAP access.
• Project management experience (manage, coordinate, plan, organize, control, integrate, and execute a project or collection of projects).
• Experience developing financial and schedule plans
• Experience as primary point of contact for internal or external customers
• Knowledge of defense contract types
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management techniques

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Active DoW TOP SECRET/SCI and SAP Security clearances
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience in program management within manufacturing and engineering environments.
• Experience in a Semiconductor Foundry and the development, fabrication and/or testing of microelectronics or electronic subsystems
• Experience in structured problem solving with demonstrated ability to systematically determine root cause
• Experience in new business development
• Experience working in a cross-functional team environment

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762

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.