Air IM&T Project Manager Graduate (Jan 2025)

About BAE Systems 

BAE Systems is a British multinational defense, security, and aerospace company. It is a major player in the defense industry and has a significant presence in the United Kingdom. The company designs, manufactures, and supports various defense and security products and services. BAE Systems collaborates with industry and academic leaders to develop future technologies.

Your role

What you will be doing

• Supporting and engaging in the full Project management lifecycle undertaking tasks for a group of ‘low complexity’ IT projects to internal and external customers; managing customer expectations, customer experience, internal and external suppliers, project schedule within MSP, and reporting activities within a PPM toolset.  

Duties and responsibilities

• Applies standard techniques and tools to carry out analysis and performance monitoring activities for specified Projects.
• Supports problem resolution, resolves issues and acts on feedback and usage of in-life Projects.
• Creates Project collateral and monitors results and feedback from Project campaigns.      
• Uses and recommends project control solutions for planning, scheduling and tracking projects.
• Sets up and provides detailed guidance on project management software, procedures, processes, tools and techniques.
• Supports programme or project control boards including administrative services, project assurance teams and quality review meetings. 
• May be involved in aspects of supporting a programme by providing a cross-programme view on risk, change, quality, finance or configuration management.   
• Uses recommended portfolio, programme and project control solutions for planning, scheduling and tracking. Sets up project files, compiles and distributes reports. 
• Provides advice and guidance on the interpretation and application of IT policies and processes in order to ensure compliance whilst facilitating the delivery of business objectives.
• Gathers data, analyses and prepares reports or presentations to feed information back to teams/managers

Training & development

BAE Systems employees are encouraged to participate in community projects, STEM initiatives, and employee resource groups, offering valuable learning experiences outside of their regular roles. Working on a diverse range of projects, covering a number of hosting, networking, collaboration and security technology areas, albeit at a low complexity level. Working within a high-performing and highly collaborative team, involved in daily project stand-ups, and engaging regularly with customers and suppliers. Therefore strong communication skills, being personable, and operating with tact and diplomacy are all essential traits.  Adhering to internal BAE Systems delivery assurance processes and must be comfortable collaborating across internal teams and roles, in order to fulfil and deliver their group of projects. This position is for a permanent contract.

Compensation & benefits

What’s in it for you

• Salary £34,000 & £2,000 welcome bonus
• Competitive pension scheme
• Enhanced annual leave allowance
• Share incentive plan
• Flexible working
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle2work
• Employee discounts
• Eligible for an annual incentive

Career progression

BAE Systems encourages employees to explore projects beyond their primary responsibilities, providing them with diverse experiences. With a wide range of products and a multinational presence, there are ample opportunities for employees to engage in various projects and initiatives. Recognizing the importance of retaining talented individuals, BAE systems offer sponsorship, career development support, and high-potential development programs. These initiatives aim to help employees plan their careers effectively and provide opportunities for accelerated development for those who demonstrate aspiration, ability, and performance.

Work-life balance

BAE Systems do offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, however, it is expected on the Graduate Programme you will be required to attend your site 3-4 days per week. The hybrid working arrangements including which days you are required to work on-site/remotely will be outlined by your line manager.

Culture & vibe

BAE Systems is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. The company welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within the industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

About you

Qualification requirements:

• As a minimum requirement, you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in STEM or Business, Finance, Legal, PM-related

How to apply

Applying to BAE Systems is easy and takes just a few steps. The process ensures the company connect people to the roles that best fit them.

• Online application
• Online assessment
• Interview
• Offer

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• youtube.com/@baesystemsinc
• jobs.baesystems.com