System Safety Manager

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking an exceptional program manager for an exciting opportunity to support the Air Force's acquisition of the next generation Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM), the Sentinel weapon system.

This program manager will work with a highly skilled and diverse team of system safety and system security engineers who are responsible for the review of weapon system requirements and data from the prime contractor. This position will require the candidate to act as a section lead managing 5 - 7 personnel to support the BAE branch manager while also acting as safety subject matter expert to provide guidance to the system safety and system security teams. The candidate will also work hand-in-hand with USAF civilian and uniformed program managers and engineers on a daily basis and will provide frequent communication to both the government customer and the BAE branch lead. As such, the candidate must have a technical background in addition to knowledge of the program requirements.

This position will operate in an organizational culture that develops and challenges employees to achieve high performance in a fast-paced, high-morale workplace using streamlined management policies and procedures. It is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to shape the development and deployment of the next generation intercontinental ballistic missile, the national security-critical backbone of our nuclear deterrent capability.

This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing team within a large defense company with an extraordinary, positive culture and mission focus. You will become a trusted mission partner to the innovative, digital engineering-driven Air Force organization that is responsible to design, build, test, transition, and sustain the world’s safest, most secure, and effective land-based nuclear deterrent, on-schedule.

BAE Systems has earned accolades as a “Top Workplace” in Utah based on employee feedback for six consecutive years, earning special distinction for providing a healthy work-life balance for our valued employees. BAE Systems is the only DoD contractor to have earned this distinction.
Pursuant to Government contract, this position requires US Citizenship status.
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Secret SAP clearance
- 10 yrs experience in direct Program Management or 8 years with a MS degree
- Able to work independently, demonstrate strong initiative, and organize and direct daily tasks with minimal supervision
- Responsible for tasks and will be accountable by the government for the technical quality, content, and results of all projects
- Strong communications skills (oral and written)
- Knowledge of or experience with Program Protection, System Safety, System Security Engineering, and System Theoretic Process Analysis (STPA)
- Safety professional with past technical leadership of safety related efforts
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Top Secret security clearance.
- Working knowledge of MIL-STD-882E
- Knowledge/experience with performing System Safety Hazards Analysis
- Knowledge/experience with performing Failure Modes Effects and Criticality Analysis
- Experience in risk management of risk factors identified in MIL-STD-882E
- Experience with ICBM weapon systems, DoD and USAF system safety requirements, or military technology and technical data highly desired but not required
- Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint and Atlassian Jira Project Management Software highly desired but not required
- Active Associate Safety Professional or Certified Safety Professional Certification highly desired but not required

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120874 - $205486

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 Intelligence & Security 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.