AEWS Program Engineering Manager I

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Nashua, NH, USA
Hybrid
133K-226K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
Leads the engineering effort for a complex electronic warfare program, providing technical direction across design, development, testing, verification, fielding, and support. Develops system-level technical solutions, manages engineering cost and schedule, assesses risks, and ensures customer requirements are met. Represents engineering teams to program leadership and serves as the decision authority between the Chief Engineer and engineering organization. Requires leadership of cross-functional engineering teams and experience with complex electronic systems.
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Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.
See what you're missing. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're 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®." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.
Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) has technology, engineering and program teams that educate and mentor colleagues to deliver leading Electronic Warfare capabilities. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, want to drive fielding velocity, and have the passion to bring the warfighter home safe.
BAE Systems Electronic Solutions is looking for a Program Engineering Manager (PEM). The candidate demonstrates proven execution of a full scale program through excellent risk assessment, outstanding leadership, and strong decision making with solid analysis skills. The PEM provides technical responsibility and leadership to cross-functional teams through the design, development, fielding, and support of the system. The PEM represents the technical team to project managers, functions, and executive leadership, and provides responsibilities for developing the overall technical solution for a product or system. The PEM is the decision authority between the Chief Engineer and engineering team and is responsible for developing the overall technical solution for the system. The PEM is expected to influence the design, development, test and verification. In addition, the PEM is responsible for identifying and communicating technical risks and opportunities between the design team, Chief Engineer and program management team.
The PEM will lead the engineering effort for the entire program ensuring the solution meets customer programmatic and technical requirements within the allocated engineering cost and schedule.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Requires qualified candidates to hold an active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain Special Access Program clearances and DoW Top Secret.
  • Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience.
  • Experience in engineering development or production of complex electronic systems.
  • Experience leading engineering teams in the solution of complex technical problems.
  • Product engineering acumen within one or more disciplines, and engineering management experience, to include: planning, estimating, and execution.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Degrees and/or direct job experience within multiple engineering disciplines.
  • Previous job experience operating within classified and/or a Special Access Program environment.
  • Previous program engineering management experience.
  • Previous experience working Internal Research & Development (IRAD) projects.
  • Electronic Warfare (EW) technical domain knowledge, including hardware products or capabilities.
  • Planning and organizational skills with the ability to diagnose, resolve complex problems, and to develop improved methods to increase program efficiency.
  • Written and oral communication skills, including presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills (soft skills, strategic thinking, leading teams, building relationships).
  • Team building skills that enable collaboration and coordination within and across teams, functions, and other business units.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035
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 a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Skills Required

  • Active Secret security clearance
  • Ability to obtain Special Access Program clearances and Department of Defense Top Secret clearance
  • Bachelor's degree and 8 years of work experience, or equivalent experience
  • Experience in engineering development or production of complex electronic systems
  • Experience leading engineering teams in solving complex technical problems
  • Product engineering expertise in one or more disciplines
  • Engineering management experience including planning, estimating, and execution
  • Degrees or direct experience in multiple engineering disciplines
  • Experience operating within classified or Special Access Program environments
  • Previous program engineering management experience
  • Experience working on Internal Research and Development projects
  • Electronic Warfare technical domain knowledge, including hardware products or capabilities
  • Planning, organizational, problem-solving, communication, presentation, leadership, and team-building skills

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  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as comprehensive, paired with an EAP, fertility and transgender care options, and HSA‑compatible plans that can include employer contributions with coverage starting on day one in some cases. These resources are reinforced by wellness tools and immediate eligibility noted on official benefits materials.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) savings plan is broadly available, with employer matching and other contributions that vary by business unit, and some U.S. employee groups retain pension arrangements. Company‑paid basic life insurance equal to 2x base salary (up to $1M) further strengthens financial security.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave (e.g., 160 hours for full‑time employees) sits alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and Bright Horizons backup child and elder care. These benefits help reduce care gaps and complement PTO and applicable state programs.

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HQ: Falls Church, VA
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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