Scrum Master​/Project Manager Security Clearance

Position: Scrum Master / Project Manager with Security Clearance
Job Description BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of Defense, the government, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world. At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed.

We are all about trust, camaraderie, and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.

Job Summary BAE Systems is seeking a highly organized and mission-focused Scrum Master / Agile Delivery Coordinator to support program execution across multiple technical work streams. This role partners closely with a Program Manager to ensure delivery excellence, maintain Agile rigor, and translate program objectives into actionable, well-defined work. The ideal candidate brings strong facilitation skills, a disciplined approach to process, and a commitment to enabling teams to deliver high-quality capabilities that support customer and mission needs.

Backlog & Work Definition
* Collaborate with the Program Manager, product owners, and engineering leads to decompose program requirements into clear, testable user stories
* Facilitate backlog refinement sessions to ensure work is prioritized, properly scoped, and aligned with contractual and program objectives
* Maintain backlog integrity, ensuring acceptance criteria, dependencies, and readiness standards are consistently met
* Track story progress and ensure accurate, timely updates within approved work management tools Team Facilitation & Daily Execution
* Lead daily standups and Agile ceremonies, ensuring disciplined execution and alignment to sprint goals
* Identify impediments and coordinate with cross-functional partners to drive timely resolution
* Promote transparency, accountability, and continuous communication across the team
* Reinforce Agile best practices and support a culture of continuous improvement Sprint Planning & Delivery Coordination
* Prepare and facilitate sprint planning, estimation, retrospectives, and related Agile events
* Support the Program Manager in translating program-level milestones into achievable sprint-level plans
* Monitor team velocity, capacity, and performance metrics to guide realistic commitments
* Track dependencies, risks, and cross-team impacts, escalating issues as appropriate Reporting & Stakeholder Communication
* Maintain dashboards, burndown charts, and status reports to provide clear visibility to program leadership and stakeholders
* Support release readiness activities, including documentation, testing coordination, and compliance with program processes
* Ensure alignment with BAE Systems' engineering, quality, and program management standards Who Thrives in This Role
* Individuals who bring structure, clarity, and calm to complex environments
* Professionals who enjoy partnering closely with Program Managers to drive predictable, high-quality delivery
* Facilitators who can balance Agile flexibility with the rigor required in defense and mission-critical programs
* Team-oriented contributors who value collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement ABC
#LI-DDUNN Required Education, Experience, & Skills
* Bachelor's Degree
* At least 11 years of experience as a Scrum Master, Project Manager, or similar role
* Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and practical delivery experience
* Proven ability to facilitate cross-functional teams and drive disciplined execution
* Experience with Jira, Azure Dev Ops, Service Now, and/or comparable Agile management tools
* Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional, and highly technical environment
* Experience supporting defense, aerospace, or highly regulated programs
* Understanding of systems engineering or software development life cycles
* Ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes and influence without authority Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
* Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM) preferred
* Project Management Certification (PMP)
* Experience with Microsoft Azure Environments
* Experience with creating reports in Microsoft Power BI Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317

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