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Scrum Master

BAE Systems

Herndon, VA
Full Time
Senior
147k-249k
about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

The successful experienced Scrum Master will implement the Scrum framework, coaching others to understand it, enabling the team to continuously improve. The individual will work closely with the Sponsor to ensure the work progresses on schedule and achieves the goals of the organization. The individual will work with Sponsor leads to institute new Scaled Agile practices across the organization and coach the team to apply the Scaled Agile principles to meet strategic objectives. This role is within BAE Systems' Intelligence & Security division, which provides advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions supporting national security missions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Implement the Scrum framework and coach others to understand and apply it.
  • Work closely with the Sponsor to ensure project work progresses on schedule and meets organizational goals.
  • Work with Sponsor leads to institute new Scaled Agile practices across the organization.
  • Facilitate Agile ceremonies such as scrums, planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Train teammates to leverage Agile and Scrum tools, techniques, goals, and principles.
  • Identify and remove impediments to team success by addressing blockers, communicating with stakeholders, and resolving conflicts.
  • Maintain transparency in work reports with regular updates to stakeholders.
  • Facilitate continuous improvement within the team.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's Degree and 10 years related work experience or equivalent experience.
  • Established Scrum process and practices using a Scaled Agile methodology.
  • Facilitated Agile ceremonies such as scrums, planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Facilitated discussions with Product Owner, scrum teams, customers, stakeholders, and others.
  • Trained teammates to leverage Agile and Scrum tools, techniques, goals, and principles.
  • Identified and removed impediments to team success by identifying blockers, communicating with stakeholders, and resolving conflicts.
  • Maintained transparency in work reports with regular updates to stakeholders.
  • Active Advanced Scrum Master Certification from Scrum Alliance or SAFe.
  • Deep knowledge, expertise, and experience serving as a Scrum Master.
  • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, including briefings and artifacts.
  • Experience writing, reviewing, and synthesizing technical requirements for technical projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and with motivation.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with JIRA, Confluence, and ServiceNow in the Sponsor's environment.
  • A BS in Information Technology or a related field.

Qualifications

  • A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
  • Active Advanced Scrum Master Certification from Scrum Alliance or SAFe.

Benefits & Perks

  • Full-Time Salary Range: $146,670 - $249,330.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Health savings accounts.
  • 401(k) savings plan.
  • Disability coverage.
  • Life and accident insurance.
  • Employee assistance program and legal plan.
  • Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
  • Paid time off, paid holidays, and other leave programs including parental, military, bereavement, and sick leave.
  • Participation in company recognition and incentive programs.

Working at BAE Systems

At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture emphasizing trust, camaraderie, and a shared ambition to lead in defense technologies and national security services. We support a flexible work environment to help employees balance their personal and professional lives. Our work is driven by a mission to improve the future and protect freedoms, fostering a team-oriented atmosphere where innovation and dedication are valued.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 26, 2025
Job CategoryProject Management
Salary147k-249k
Job TypeFull Time
ExperienceSenior

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About BAE Systems

Website

baesystems.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Herndon, VA

Industry

Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing

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