Lead Data Design Engineer

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Sterling, VA, USA
Hybrid
150K-254K Annually
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Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
Lead the technical design and architecture of open-source intelligence collection capabilities and cloud services. Direct a team to develop, document, and integrate architectural best practices, apply AI/ML to improve security and effectiveness, and ensure solutions meet customer requirements throughout design, development, and deployment.
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Job Description
BAE Systems has an opportunity to support open source intelligence and requires a fully-cleared Lead Data Design Engineer available. This individual is responsible for the technical design and architecture of the project, leading the team in providing technical solutions to meet Customer requirements. In this capacity, he/she directs the integration of architectural best practices and ensures the development of technical documentation. The best candidate will have experience designing, developing, and documenting collection capabilities and services in the cloud. He/she will have the opportunity to utilize emerging AI/ML technologies to design and implement solutions that enhance security, agility, and effectiveness of open source collection capabilities.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelors degree and 10+ years of overall relevant experience
  • 7+ years of architecture experience designing, developing and documenting collection capabilities and services in the cloud
  • 5+ years experience driving innovation and optimization in the design, development, and deployment of collection capabilities
  • Ability to demonstrate knowledge of emerging technologies, (such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and cloud computing), to architect and lead the implementation of collection solutions that enhance the security, agility, and effectiveness of collection capabilities.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • 7+ years of architecture experience designing, developing, and documenting OSE specific collection capabilities and services in the cloud
  • Demonstrated knowledge of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and cloud computing, to architect and lead the implementation of collection solutions that enhance the security, agility, and effectiveness of the OSE-specific collection mission.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317
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.

Skills Required

  • Active security clearance (fully-cleared) and availability
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 10+ years of overall relevant experience
  • 7+ years of architecture experience designing, developing, and documenting collection capabilities and services in the cloud
  • 5+ years experience driving innovation and optimization in the design, development, and deployment of collection capabilities
  • Ability to demonstrate knowledge of emerging technologies (artificial intelligence, machine learning, cloud computing) to architect and lead implementation of collection solutions
  • 7+ years of architecture experience designing, developing, and documenting OSE-specific collection capabilities and services in the cloud
  • Demonstrated knowledge of emerging technologies (AI/ML/cloud) applied to OSE-specific collection missions

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BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Benefits materials highlight multiple medical plan options with FSA/HSA eligibility, and a 2024 guide references company HSA contributions. Health coverage breadth is emphasized alongside additional wellbeing resources.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) savings plan is available with employer contributions or match offered by some business units per plan supplements. Company‑paid basic life insurance at 2x base salary (up to $1M) provides added financial protection.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave can be used in addition to other leave programs, with adoption and surrogacy reimbursement available. Feedback suggests bonding leave is available for all parents with additional short‑term disability for birth recovery, though specifics vary by business unit and state.

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Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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