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BAE Systems · Herndon, VA

IT Program Manager (Expert)

Herndon, Virginia, United StatesFull-timeManager or leadIT & Infrastructure

Listed on BAE Systems’s official careers site. Posted October 12, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.

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Job description

Job Description

BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of Defense, the government, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world. At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed.

We are all about trust, camaraderie and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom. We are looking for an IT PM to work in an Agile fast paced Network Infrastructure and security-focused environment.

The candidate must have a minimum of 11 years IT management experience. A Bachelor's or Master's Degree is preferred in one or more of the disciplines described below. The Program Manager will perform day-to-day team and customer requirements management and will work with the customer and others to develop and mature short / long-term and strategic objectives to ensure that end user requirements will be satisfied. #LI-EE1 ABC Required Education, Experience, & Skills We are actively seeking Program Managers with a minimum of 11 years' IT management experience.

  • Bachelor's or Master’s Degrees are preferred in one or more of the disciplines described below where specific skills may include the following: Proficient in planning, directing, and coordinating team, projects, and network engineering efforts using the Agile methodology Significant experience providing program management for engineering programs
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience working on government enterprise infrastructure and engineering programs, including on-site customer engagement Possess a proficiency in multi-tasking as well as being a good communicator / facilitator Comfortable communicating at all levels from engineer to senior staff Highly capable of formulating and executing aggressive but reasonable acquisition and engineering schedules in coordination with multiple subcontractors and technology vendor partners, both large and small Conversant in modern Network Engineering best practices, network technology, and automation of network provisioning
  • Strong in use of agile management methodology (Scrum
  • Master certification NOT required)
  • Proficient in identifying risks and documenting team progress including implementation, time lines, issues, risks, quality and success measures to meet customer established requirements
  • Provide status reporting to leadership on progress toward objectives on a weekly basis Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Previous IT PM experience directly support the Intelligence Community Program Management Profession (PMP) certification Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317 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.

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