Engineering Manager, Manufacturing Platforms

Job Description
See what you're missing. Our employees work on the world's most advanced software and electronics-from developing world-class autonomous mission management capabilities to advanced data analytics that support warfighters and the intelligence community. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we develop the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we innovate for the future. And you can, too.
Our flexible work environment gives you the opportunity 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 part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.
Our engineers are the lifeblood of our company, and we're more than 5,000 strong. With robust educational and career-development opportunities, your potential to grow is limitless.
The Digital Architecture Team (DAT) is seeking an experienced (Manufacturing) Software Engineering Manager to lead the team responsible for architecting and scaling the manufacturing platform that enables the seamless onboarding of new customers and systems, while ensuring the reliability and performance of global factory deployments. The team designs, implements, and deploys a highly scalable, gRPC microservices platform comprised of data pipelines, schemas, governance controls, databases, transformation workflows, and data-serving capabilities used by internal and external customers.
This is a player-coach role. The manager will lead engineers, define the platform's technical vision, collaborate with stakeholders, and remain hands-on in architectural design, CI/CD strategy, and system reliability.
Hybrid:
Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform work onsite, some efforts may be (mostly) full-time on-site. Work that can be done remotely will allow for a hybrid working environment.
Pursuant to a government contract, this position requires U.S. citizenship.
Key Responsibilities

• Drive the roadmap and delivery of the Manufacturing Platform, creating scalable software services that power factory operations, including those that interact directly with customers

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams, including software development, factory operations, and customer support

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand customer requirements and develop software solutions that meet those needs

• Design, develop, and implement software systems that integrate with factory equipment and manufacturing processes

• Lead systemic reliability efforts, utilizing root-cause analysis to evolve the platform and eliminate recurring operational bottlenecks.

• Define the operational standards and governance for the platform to ensure high availability and scalability across diverse manufacturing environments.

• Collaborate with engineering, operations, security, and customer stakeholders to define requirements and deliver validated software solutions.

• Improve production reliability through monitoring, incident response, root-cause analysis, and preventive engineering work.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of data engineers, data analytics engineers, and business intelligence engineers.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

• Minimum 8 years of engineering experience, with a proven track record of building and deploying scalable software platforms within high-mix manufacturing or industrial environments.

• Strong understanding of factory operations and manufacturing needs and processes

• Basic understanding of software development concepts, including programming languages, networking, and version control

• Ability to architect for observability and troubleshoot complex distributed systems to identify and resolve root causes.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

• Experience leading cross-functional teams and providing technical leadership

• Experience with GitLab, CI/CD pipelines, source control, and software configuration management.

• Experience conducting code reviews and applying engineering standards that improve code quality and maintainability.

• Experience planning and delivering complex technical work across multiple teams or over multiple years.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work effectively with engineering, operations, security, management, and customers.

• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-moving environment.

• Experience working in Agile or Scrum teams.

• Must be able to obtain a U.S. Secret Clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience collaborating with external partners and vendors to implement software solutions and integrate with factory systems

• Experience with RF device manufacturing and testing

• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 and digital transformation initiatives

• Experience with modern COTS software solutions and integration with factory systems

• Familiarity with MBSE methodologies and best practices, including the ability to apply MBSE principles to complex system development

• Strong grasp of data collection, management, and analysis, including:

• Data collection and integration from various sources

• Data management and storage solutions

• Data analysis and visualization techniques

• Data-driven decision-making and problem-solving

• Experience with Grafana, Loki, Prometheus, and observability metrics and visualization

• Experience working with senior management on technical strategy, investment decisions, and delivery tradeoffs.

• Experience mentoring junior and mid-level engineers.
  Tech Stack: Python, C#, Linux, Windows, Grafana, Loki, Prometheus, GitLab, PostgreSQL, Protobuf/gRPC, Dagster, NI TestStand, VISA, SCPI

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, 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.