Life Cycle Integration Director - Hybrid

Job Description
Because this role involves a combination of independent and collaborative work, this position can be conducted 100% remotely.
We are seeking dedicated thought leaders in product support to shape, influence and maximize the company's role in the support of the products and capabilities we deliver. Candidate must be a passionate, self-starting, high performing leader with relevant program management, business development and capture experience to optimize support solutions and position the business for growth.
The Life Cycle Integration Director will be an integral member of product line/ program leadership teams and be responsible to provide holistic lifecycle support oversight throughout development, production and support phases of programs. Responsibilities include working with portfolio managers, program managers, functional leads and customers to develop and execute product support strategies and campaigns; working as an active member of capture teams; leading sustainment captures; contributing to and influencing tactical plans, all with the objective of achieving customer requirements for long term sustainment readiness objectives of Electronic Solutions.
The role requires individuals to have:

• A deep understanding of lifecycle support from program inception through fielding and disposal
• A deep customer knowledge and business acumen to be able to develop campaigns, white papers, business cases
• The ability to influence design for support, planning for support and executing support solutions and analysis of the life cycle and product support implications
• As a contributing member of product lines the candidate must be able to work with customers and internal teams to formulate strategy, pave the path, shape and influence campaigns to advance value added solutions across the program life cycle with the ultimate goal of maximizing our role and the addressable market.
• The candidate must possess excellent communication (written, verbal and active listening) and proficiency in delivering presentations and written documents for executive level communication.
• Experience building and maintaining customer relationships is essential for this role as well as the ability to manage complex projects with multi-discipline teams.
• Individuals considered for this role will be program managers; they must have the ability to roll up their sleeves and actively contribute; must have experience with sole source and competitive proposals/captures and must demonstrate business acumen. The individual will be responsible to form networks, lead teams and guide work products; develop campaigns and have the ability to counsel product line/portfolio leads on the implications of decisions.
• Candidate must be comfortable working in a very dynamic, fluid environment and enjoy problem solving. Familiarity with DOD 5000 acquisition policies and process, product support management, and integrated product support element guides a plus. Familiarity with DOD and international military protocols, customers and courtesies is a plus.
• Customer engagement is a priority and travel, both domestic and international, will be required.

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience performing acquisition and/or sustainment for aerospace/defense products for either domestic or international customers
• Deep understanding of Product Support of Military Equipment
• Demonstrated business acumen and business case analysis
• Demonstrated success in leading teams and/or organizations to achieve common goal
• Experience in program management, proposal management, business capture and strategy development
• Demonstrated problem solving skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Masters Degree in a technical field or MBA
• Ability to build customer value statements and value propositions and associated business cases desired.
• Familiarity with DOD 5000 acquisition policies and process, product support management, and integrated product support element guides a plus.
• Familiarity with DOD and international military protocols, customers and courtesies is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in life cycle product support and sustaining capabilities in the DOD/Aerospace industry.

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 Electronic Systems
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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
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.