Director - Systems Engineering

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Director of Systems Engineering to lead our work as a prime contractor on a high-profile U.S. Navy weapon system. Integrity, courage, resilience, adaptability, strategic thinking, decision making, innovation, partnering with customers, and excellent communication are important traits we expect the successful candidate to possess and demonstrate.
As a decades long sole source partner on multiple contracts on behalf of our customer, our program has remarkable stability and is concurrently experiencing significant growth. Combined, these factors provide ample opportunity for professional growth and development for capable and talented individuals on our team.
About the program
Our organization has supported the U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Program (SSP) continually since the program's inception in the 1950s. SSP developed the first sea-based, underwater-launched Strategic Weapon System (SWS), a defense system that is truly critical to our national security. For more than six decades, SSP has maintained and upgraded this weapon system and we have been there every step of the way. The sea-based SWS is the ultimate stealthy weapon system and is the most important leg of the U.S. nuclear triad. With over 70% of our nation's nuclear arsenal its importance to maintaining world peace cannot be overstated. The development of the Columbia class, the most advanced nuclear-armed submarine ever designed, as well the design of the next missile system is under way and will begin to be rolled out over the next decade. The Navy projects this system to be operational through 2084, meaning the program will have a total life span of more than 120 years. This is a truly unique program and BAE Systems employees on this program understand they are part of an important legacy.
Position Description / Responsibilities:
Reporting into the Senior Director of Operations, the Director of Systems Engineering is responsible for:

• Customer partnership and relationship management across a suite of 30 government and military customers up through SES and O-6 level Navy customer leadership.
• Leadership and functional management of a team of 350 engineers, scientists, technologists, analysts, and support staff.
• P&L and full lifecycle program management across two US Navy contracts that total $600m in ceiling and deliver $100m in annual revenue.
• Execution and continuous improvement of engineering capabilities (people, processes, and infrastructure) including requirements management, architecture management, interface management, system integration, system verification, modeling & simulation, system test, data management, configuration management, software & tools development, system operation, system maintenance & troubleshooting, system safety, system security, and information technology.
• Delivering year over year orders, revenue, and profit organic growth on assigned programs and contracts.
• Supporting business development activities that lead to the capture of new programs and contracts with US Navy customers.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Minimum education and related/relevant work experience required: BS Degree in Engineering or related field and 15 years of related/relevant work experience.
Additional skills/experience required:

• 15+ years of experience and a track record of success in executing large, complex programs including planning and directing execution to meet contractual requirements and deliverables and P&L of greater than $50m annually
• Current or prior major weapon system engineering leadership experience
• 15+ years of experience leading/managing large technical and program teams (200-500+) through all phases of the project and system lifecycles
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with experience presenting to senior leaders and customers.
• Strong customer focus and track record of success building long-term customer relationships
• Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring skills with the ability to achieve results through others.
• Business acumen mindset, awareness within and outside the business, and ability to develop and execute organic and inorganic growth strategies
• Experience working with multi-discipline cross functional teams, utilizing strong communication and collaboration skills
• Proficient in the application of Earned Value Management
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment and make sound decisions while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• 10+ years of experience working with US Navy Strategic Systems Programs in a senior leadership role
• MS Degree in Systems Engineering or CSEP/ASEP certification
• Project/Program Management certification

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $147300 - $250400
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 Intelligence & Security
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.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
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.