Supports program performance assurance through reporting, metrics analysis, lifecycle gate reviews, project data maintenance, risk and opportunity updates, training content development, and deep-dive evaluations of underperforming programs. The role collaborates across functions, improves reporting accuracy, supports program execution, and provides actionable insights to leadership while handling ad hoc performance assurance initiatives.
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Performance Assurance Specialist plays a key role in supporting program performance, reporting accuracy, and continuous improvement efforts. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, analytical professional who enjoys working with data, collaborating across teams, and contributing to successful program execution.
Responsibilities:
This role offers the opportunity to directly impact program performance, work across multiple functions, and contribute to leadership visibility and organizational improvement.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $61278 - $104173
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.
Position Summary:
The Performance Assurance Specialist plays a key role in supporting program performance, reporting accuracy, and continuous improvement efforts. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, analytical professional who enjoys working with data, collaborating across teams, and contributing to successful program execution.
Responsibilities:
- Generate and distribute performance reports, including Customer Satisfaction metrics, Traffic Light Summaries, and IRIS risk/opportunity updates.
- Monitor Life Cycle Management phase/gate reviews and follow-up actions.
- Maintain accurate project data within the PIMMS system.
- Develop and support training content, including PowerPoint materials and PM Brown Bag syllabi.
- Assist with deep-dive evaluations of high-risk or under-performing programs.
- Complete various ad hoc tasks that support performance assurance initiatives.
This role offers the opportunity to directly impact program performance, work across multiple functions, and contribute to leadership visibility and organizational improvement.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Qualifications:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (tables, formulas, data manipulation) and PowerPoint.
- 2-5 years of relevant experience in data analysis or equivalent.
- Experience with performance metrics, reporting, or program analysis preferred.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational ability, and multitasking capacity.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience using PIMMS or similar program management tools.
- Prior involvement in project management, program controls, or performance assurance roles
- Experience creating training content or supporting learning programs.
- Familiarity with IRIS or risk/opportunity management systems.
- Knowledge of Life Cycle Management, gated processes, or program health assessments.
- Ability to analyze trends in performance data and provide actionable insights.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $61278 - $104173
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.
BAE Systems, Inc. Burlington, Massachusetts, USA Office
600 District Ave, Burlington, MA, United States, 01803
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