Deputy Hardware Engineering Lead for New Development Programs

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking an emerging technical leader to drive a strategic program pursuits of a team of electrical, computer and mechanical engineers.
The Hardware Engineering Lead will direct multidisciplinary hardware development-mechanical, electrical, computer, firmware, or RF-ensuring adherence to BAE Systems' hardware design process. Responsibilities include guiding the team through design reviews, transitioning projects to production, and coordinating with QA, program management, the program engineering manager, and software and systems engineering groups. The role demands strong technical expertise across hardware domains, proven leadership in cross-functional environments, and the ability to drive projects from concept to manufacturing while maintaining quality and schedule commitments.
Key Responsibilities:• Lead and Manage Engineering Team: Guide a team of engineers to design, develop, and demonstrate innovative technical solutions, ensuring high-quality technical demonstrations and product delivery that meet customer needs and exceed expectations.• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with other engineering disciplines, marketing, and product management to ensure alignment and successful product launches.• Execute Hardware Solutions: Lead the team in executing hardware solutions, ensuring adherence to engineering processes and best practices.• Develop Technology Roadmaps: Collaborate on the development of technology roadmaps, leveraging design and test solutions across the portfolio to drive innovation and growth.• Ensure Program Success: Collaborate with program engineering managers and other leads to ensure overall program success, including developing and tracking program performance metrics.• Communicate Program Status: Communicate program status to internal customers and senior leadership, providing timely and transparent updates on progress and challenges.• Foster a Culture of Excellence: Foster a culture of Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Test (DFT), and Design To Unit Production Cost (DTUPC), designing out defects prior to production and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.• Oversee Lifecycle Phases: Oversee lifecycle phases, including design development, verification, integration, and production support, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery of high-quality products.• Drive Innovation and Growth: Lead the team in driving innovation and growth, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing process enhancements to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a relevant field, and 6+ years of related experience• Skills and desire to lead and manage an organization across multiple sites with different cultures and experience levels• Ability to form a vision and implementing action plans to achieve goals• Willingness to collaborate and drive improvement across the functions responsible for product development including operations, quality, and program management• Demonstrate alignment with the sector's cultural principles and model safe and ethical behavior• Ensure compliance with appropriate company policies and procedures, especially those related to product design• Proven performance in supervising, managing, mentoring, coaching, and communication• Demonstrated critical thinking skills and decision-making ability• Able to obtain a TS and SCI clearance• Clear communication - both oral and written - and a positive attitude.• Ability to work effectively on a team either on-site or remotely.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Master's Degree in Engineering and 6+ years of relevant experience.• Active Secret DoD Security Clearance within the last two years.• The use of commercially available schedule tools and application of those tools within EVMS is a plus.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825
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, Inc.
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.