ICBM Futures - Sr Principle Aerospace/Mechanical Engineer

Job Description
The Opportunity
BAE Systems is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Principal II Aerospace/Mechanical Engineer to support our Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Futures Division, specifically within the Advanced Planning Branch. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of strategic deterrence by supporting experimental flight testing, payload integration, and technology development, for next-generation technologies and capabilities within the ICBM Systems Directorate.
About BAE Systems

• Third largest defense contractor in the world with a mission-focused culture
• Located at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, with a team aligned to the ICBM Systems Directorate, Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center
• Support sustaining the existing LGM-30 Minuteman III (MM III) weapon system and acquiring its replacement, the Sentinel ICBM
• Valued mission partner delivering daily technical excellence and innovative solutions to the Government
• Earned "Top Workplace" in Utah for seven consecutive years, with a focus on healthy work-life balance

Utah Location

• Diverse geography, eclectic culture, and exceptional quality of life
• Outdoor pursuits: hiking, climbing, hunting, fishing, camping, boating, and world-class skiing
• Home to five National Parks and close to Grand Teton and Yellowstone
• Cultural activities, professional sports teams, and cutting-edge medical care

Opportunity Highlights

• Join a high-performing team within a large defense company with a positive culture and mission focus
• Provide direct support to a national security-critical weapon system through engineering development, deployment, and sustainment activities
• Help shape the quality and performance of engineering and technical products supporting the Government
• Become a trusted mission partner to innovative, digital engineering-driven Air and Space Force organizations

Pursuant to Government contract, this position requires US Citizenship status.
The Role
BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Senior Principal II Aerospace/Mechanical Engineer to join the Futures Division, supporting the development and acquisition of ICBM Advanced Planning projects. You will be part of a tight-knit team charged with supporting the development and acquisition of advanced capabilities for ICBM weapon systems, including hardware development, experimental flight testing, advanced materials, and future technology development and insertion. Specifically, you will directly support the Advanced Planning Branch Program Manager in acquiring and integrating new technologies for the next-generation ICBM, and assist the government customer in the review and assessment of design, documentation, architectures, and technical products to meet acquisition requirements and timelines.
Who You Are
We are looking for an experienced Aerospace/Mechanical Engineer ready to contribute in a fast-paced environment. You must possess high energy and be comfortable working with changing priorities. A sample of traits required:

• Provide technical leadership and expertise in aerospace/mechanical engineering to support the acquisition and development of advanced capabilities for the Advanced Planning Branch.
• Support the development and management of program requirements, ensuring alignment with mission objectives.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks to ensure successful execution.
• Support the development and assist with maintaining integrated program schedules, track progress, and identify potential delays.
• Support the development and management of program budgets, track expenditures, and ensure cost control.
• Contribute to the planning, execution, and analysis of experimental flight tests.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS/MS in Aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or mathematics.
• 12 yrs (10 yrs with MS degree) of progressive experience in aerospace hardware design and development
• At least 6 years progressive responsibility in providing technical leadership
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance with a background investigation completed <6 years prior to hiring
• Must be eligible for Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• ICBM maintenance, training systems, or operations experience
• ICBM Acquisitions experience
• Professional Engineering License
• Systems Engineering experience and/or Certification
• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance
• USAF Nuclear topic education
• Engineering/Agile tools: Cameo, MATLAB, DOORS, JIRA, Confluence
• Classified government IT systems
• Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneNote

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $136000 - $231200
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.
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.