Programs & Policy Officer I

Position description

BAE Systems is seeking Programs & Policy Officers (PPOs)/Executive Officers (EXOs) to support a client’s requirements in a challenging, dynamic setting located in the Washington Metropolitan Area. Successful PPO candidates will work in an integrated government-contractor team supporting operations. Responsibilities include supporting a wide range of programmatic activities in an Area of Responsibility (AOR); scheduling and tracking meetings, visits, and other events; and supporting all aspects of office meetings. PPOs will be expected to prioritize tasks and provide timely support to executives/management. PPOs must be flexible, able to coordinate cables; arrange and participate in meetings/events; and be a problem solver. PPOs must think critically and communicate clearly and accurately. Candidates should be comfortable drafting cables and responding professionally to requests for information.

The position requires an active Security Clearance with Polygraph; there is no exception to the clearance requirement. Successful candidates will work well in team environments and also be capable of operating independently with minimal supervision. Candidates will be expected to professionally interact with customer personnel at all levels within the customer organization.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Level 2 requires three (3) years of related work experience; Level 3 requires seven (7) years of related work experience
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Experience drafting and coordinating cables
• Polished briefing skills and excellent communication skills
• Active Security Clearance with Polygraph

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience in Intelligence Operations / Analysis / Support to Field Operations
• Experience using customer databases to monitor field traffic and communicate with field offices
• Experience managing schedules and coordinating meetings
• Prior experience as an executive assistant
• Foreign languages skills

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $92290 – $156860

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.

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