Leads strategic campaigns for AMPV and Bradley Fighting Vehicles within BAE Systems’ Combat Mission Systems business. Develops growth strategies, analyzes markets and competitors, manages capture professionals, evaluates business cases and ROI, oversees budgets, shapes Department of War acquisition and budget decisions, and builds relationships with customers, partners, and senior stakeholders. Requires extensive defense contracting, campaign strategy, business development, people management, and executive communication experience.
Job Description
BAE Systems is hiring a Director- Programs - Campaign Lead to support our Combat Mission Systems (CMS) business - Ground Maneuver Futures. The role will serve as a Campaign Director to develop, lead, and manage strategies for AMPV and Bradley Fighting Vehicles. The Director will be responsible for identifying opportunities, analyzing strategic relevance, and creating and executing comprehensive plans to introduce new products and drive growth and revenue. This role will lead cross-functional collaboration, strategic development, business case analysis, and effective communication and relationship management both internally and externally.
Responsibilities:
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
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 Platforms & Services
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.
BAE Systems is hiring a Director- Programs - Campaign Lead to support our Combat Mission Systems (CMS) business - Ground Maneuver Futures. The role will serve as a Campaign Director to develop, lead, and manage strategies for AMPV and Bradley Fighting Vehicles. The Director will be responsible for identifying opportunities, analyzing strategic relevance, and creating and executing comprehensive plans to introduce new products and drive growth and revenue. This role will lead cross-functional collaboration, strategic development, business case analysis, and effective communication and relationship management both internally and externally.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute an integrated strategic Campaign aligning with business objectives and customer needs to win in the US Army's new Transformation in Contact (TIC) environment
- Lead a team of capture professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and development opportunities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including market creation, communications, program management, and product development to ensure campaign alignment and effective execution
- Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to inform campaign strategy and tactics
- Conduct business case analyses to identify opportunities, assess risks, and evaluate return on investment (ROI)
- Create and present compelling business cases to internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership and customers
- Develop and manage campaign budgets, ensuring effective resource allocation and ROI
- Foster strong relationships with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders to drive campaign success
- Optimize the Department of War (DoW) Acquisition Processes, for both domestic and international markets
- Understand the Department of War (DoW) budgetary process and develop strategies to shape POM decisions
- Stay current on DoW and Army published priorities and documentation impacting Ground Maneuver
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Active Clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance
- Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience
- Proven track record of developing and executing successful campaigns that drive growth and revenue
- Experience in Business Development, Capture Management, Campaign Strategy, Strategic Market Development/Growth, or related
- Experience in Strategic Campaign Development
- Experience in Business Case analysis and ROI evaluation
- Experience in Defense (DoD) Contracting or similar industries
- Experience in People Management, including developing and managing high-performing teams
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities and deadlines
- Ability to effectively articulate complex ideas to diverse audiences
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Master's Degree in Business, Strategy, or a related field
- Certification in Business Analysis, Capture, Program Management, or a related (e.g., CBAP, CMM)
- Experience in the Aerospace and Defense with a focus on Armored Personnel Carriers, Infantry Fighting Vehicles, or related technologies
- Experience with Campaign Management tools and technologies (e.g., CRM, marketing automation, etc.)
- Experience briefing senior executives and senior Defense department stakeholders on complex topics
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 Platforms & Services
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.
BAE Systems, Inc. Burlington, Massachusetts, USA Office
600 District Ave, Burlington, MA, United States, 01803
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