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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Project Manager II - **Company:** BAE Systems - **Location:** Westminster, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $133,000.0 - $226,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Confluence, JIRA, Cyber Security, Digital Technology, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), IT Management, Microsoft Project, Network Architecture, Microsoft PowerPoint, Scrum Methodology, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft SharePoint, Signal Processing, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Network Optimization, Servicenow - **Published:** October 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.builtincolorado.com/job/it-project-manager-ii/11951477?handler=ApplyRedirect ## About the Role * BS/BA in related field plus 8 or more years related experience. * Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education. * Demonstrated ability to coordinate IT project portfolio and lead multiple projects simultaneously, including but not limited to, infrastructure build and maintenance, application development and deployment, and network optimization. * Excellent planning and time management skills. * Advanced computer knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, SharePoint, Teams, Copilot, and PowerPoint). * Proven ability to work in a team environment and able to also work independently. * Effective team leadership skills. * Conciseness, brevity, and accuracy in communication. * Comfortable with, and able to provide structure to ambiguous and fluid situations. #LI-SW2 A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills * BS/BA in Information Technology. * Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. * Experience delivering IT capabilities in classified, government, and/or defense-contracting environments. * Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification. * Ability to partner closely with program engineering, mission operations, and security teams to align IT solutions with mission requirements. * Familiarity with classified and unclassified network architectures, cross-domain solutions, lab environments, and secure enclaves. * Exposure to working with Cyber, Infrastructure, Apps, and Engineering IT teams concurrently. * Use of IT portfolio management tools: ServiceNow, Jira/Confluence, and/or MS Project. ## Description The IT Project Manager II serves as a strategic leader within the BAE Systems, Space & Missions Systems sector and is responsible for driving complex initiatives that advance IT and enterprise-level objectives. This role leads with influence, guiding cross-functional teams, shaping project direction, and ensuring clarity, alignment, and accountability across all stakeholder groups. This role owns the successful delivery of their assigned projects and sets the standard for communication, execution discipline, and strategic decision-making in a matrixed environment. The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution - from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management. What You'll Do: * Manage multiple large, high visibility projects that often have budgets of $1M+. * Act a senior-level partner to IT leadership and business stakeholders. * Provide leadership across all phases of the project lifecycle, ensuring disciplined execution, proactive issue resolution, and adherence to project governance. * Build, mentor, and inspire high-performing project teams; establish clear expectations, promote accountability, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. * Deliver concise and actionable communications, including executive-ready status reports, portfolio insights, and project performance metrics. * Ensure IT project execution aligns with program contractual requirements, internal audits, and customer oversight. * Support ongoing PMO process maturity, including standardizing templates, dashboards, KPIs, schedules, and governance routines. * Drive adoption of project lifecycle methodology specific to Space & Mission Systems and ensure consistency across the portfolio. * Maintain professional presence and communication appropriate for executive and customer-facing environments. * Shape stakeholder engagement strategy that ensures clarity, buy-in, and sustained support from IT, business partners, program leadership, and value streams. * Identify, communicate, and mitigate high-impact risks, issues, dependencies; removing obstacles and ensuring forward momentum. * Champion organizational strategy and drive adoption of change management practices across project workstreams. * Coach and guide junior project team members by providing constructive feedback. * Perform additional leadership responsibilities as required to support organizational goals. * Determining appropriate levels of project status details to differing audiences. * Work in dynamic environment and directly interface with internal and external customers. * Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule. * Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. 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