Job Description
Ready to make a difference? Our employees develop, build, and work on the world's most advanced electromagnetic spectrum operations systems - detecting, locating, and countering threats for joint and international aircrew. We develop highly sophisticated digital Electronic Warfare (EW) systems and we are looking for motivated and positive minded systems engineers to join cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams. Key EW program objectives are to improve/enhance air vehicle survivability through the abilities to detect, deny, deceive, degrade, and/or disrupt adversaries Integrated Air Defenses. Drawing strength from our differences, we are innovating for the future, and you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®." Come build your career with us.
As an Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) Integration & Test Lead Section Leader, you will oversee a group of Systems Engineering (SE) Integration and Test Leaders, who lead a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary team to integrate, debug, and test next generation EW systems.
Roles and Responsibilities:Lead and manage ECS Systems Engineering Integration and Test Leads:Staffing: Recruit, retain, train, recognize, develop, and assign SE I&T Leads as appropriate to meet business area needs Developing individual, group, and organization goals and objectives Communicating flow-downCollecting and providing performance feedbackCareer mentoring including development of career and training plansEnsuring group members adhere to BAE Systems' cultural principals, policies, and visionTracking program execution through metrics and technical reviewsProviding technical support to programs through proposal and cost estimation reviews, participation in independent design reviews, architecture review boards, and other technical reviews Develop a strategy to support business area growth that includes your recommendations on how to:Sustain the systems engineering integration and test workforceIncorporate industry best practices and new tools and technologies to enhance Integration and Test effectivenessIdentifying and growing future I&T leads through the SE I&T Lead talent pipelineThis position will require you to be onsite.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Hold an active DoD Secret ClearanceBachelor's degree in a technical field such as Engineering, Mathematics, or Computer Science and 12 years of work experienceEngineering background and leadership skills with experience in multiple aspects of the Defense (DoD) product development lifecycleProven performance management, mentoring, coaching, and communication skillsAbility to formulate a strategic vision and define and implement action plans to achieve goals in a changing environmentStrong Integration and Test Lead experience.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Functional Management Leadership experience (i.e. performance management, staffing)Experience across engineering lifecycle (i.e. requirements analysis, architecture design/development, integration, verification, sell-off, security accreditation, and maintenance)Advanced technical degree or certification relevant to engineering, technical, or business focusExperience interfacing with internal and external customersExperience developing/reviewing technical and cost artifacts for new business activitiesExperience supporting Trade Studies, Con Ops development, Cost Account Management, engineering initiatives and agile process applicationExperience with integration and test automationExperience with SysML
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $143000 - $243100
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.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.