Chief Engineer (ON-SITE)

Job Description
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.
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In Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA), we provide next-generation threat detection and countermeasure solutions to provide unparalleled electronic warfare capabilities to enhance mission survivability. We are a product driven business that leverages Electronic Systems (ES) technology know-how to be an agile leader in game-changing electronic mission and control solutions that enable our customers to create a safer and cleaner world.
The Strategic Campaigns and Future Pursuits portoflio area seeks to grow the Electronic Attack Solutions (EAS) product line by focusing on maturation of next-generation technology to meet the warfighter's needs. Through Internal Research and Development (IRAD), strategic capture, and rapid prototyping and demonstration, this program area is pushing the maturation of new architectures and products to meet the demands of the future fight.
The Engineering Technical Lead is the technical conscience for the system or product who understands customer needs, product/system requirements, and the mission and/or application. This person supports the Program Engineering Manager (PEM) and is a key member of the technical leadership team, and is typically delegated ownership of the project Technical Baseline by the PEM. (Note: This role is similar to a Chief Engineer role. The EAS Product line is looking to grow the bench of technical leads and the chosen candidate for this role will have direct oversight and mentorship by the current lead portfolio Chief Engineer).
Specific job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Expected to formulate and implement complex system solutions.
• Provides technical oversight of program or group of programs within the portfolio.
• Provides technical support to portfolio strategy, growth, and operational analysis.
• Supports proposal development activities, including proposal text development, cost estimating and presentation activities.
• Preparing and deliver customer and technical presentations.
• Will have outside contact with customers, other contractors and government officials.
• Performs systems engineering functions such as developing and managing systems level requirements, developing operational systems concepts, performing system architecture trade studies, originating design concepts or performing systems level integration and test for highly complex systems.

**Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status**
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Requires qualified candidates to hold an active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree and Minimum 8 years of technical leadership experience and capabilities relevant to the business
• Ability to form a vision and implement action plans to achieve that vision
• Proven ability to share and transfer technology across organizational boundaries to the benefit of our customers and the business
• Leadership skills and experience directing and mentoring engineers on complex programs
• Expertise in System Architectures
• Expert in effectively documenting, communicating, leading and working with a team on designs, results, reports, and presentations.
• Experience performing systems engineering activities across the development cycle (analysis/decomposition/derivation/allocation of requirements, system modeling & simulation, system design & development, system integration & test) through production
• Experience developing viable concept solutions, identifying and tracking technical risks, and leading technical teams

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Active United States security clearance, Top Secret, SCI Eligible
• Model based systems engineering experience with tools such as MagicDraw
• Experience with technical performance measurements and cost account management

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $126610 - $215270
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.