Manager III - Systems Engineering

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Boulder, CO, USA
Hybrid
153K-261K Annually
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Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
Lead and manage Systems Engineering teams (Mission Engineering, Core Systems Engineering, or Mission Integration). Develop and implement SE processes and best practices, oversee personnel, training, and career development, support cross-enterprise collaboration, manage requirements, V&V, integration, simulators, and technical baselines. Maintain effective relationships across the organization, ensure executional excellence, and perform other duties as needed. On-site work five days per week.
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Job Description
The Systems Engineering department, as part of the Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit, is looking for Engineering Mangers to join our Mission Engineering, Core Systems Engineering, and Mission Integration teams to meet the needs of our expanding business.
The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.
What You'll Do:
  • Lead and manage within one of the Systems Engineering organization teams which develops and implements processes and practices that ensure common Systems Engineering understanding within the organization.
    • Mission Engineering include Mission Chief Engineers and Architects, CONOPs, Mission Modeling, Analysis, and algorithm development
    • Core Systems Engineering includes Systems Engineering Technical Leadership, Technical Baseline Management, Requirements definition and baseline management, System Traceability, Validation & Verification planning/execution, and environments management.
    • Mission Systems Integration includes Mission Level Integration leadership, Launch System Integration leadership, Simulator operations, and Project Engineering
  • Overhead management, training and career development, and support to the overall strategy for the organization.
  • Provide leadership and functional direction by exhibiting behaviors that would include a unifying vision, understanding the needs of others to meet business challenges, and acting with humility and a collaborative spirit.
  • Support cross-enterprise communication and collaboration to provide best practices and institutional knowledge to all pursuits.
  • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
  • Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions:
  • Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
  • May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
  • May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Short Term Incentive: Subject to business performance and recommendations of management, this role may be eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 12 or more years related experience.
  • Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
  • A current, active Top Secret security clearance is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI.
  • Experience in one of the 3 following areas: Mission Engineering, Mission Integration, or Core Systems Engineering
  • Experience leading through change.
  • Ability to be self-motivated and detail oriented.
  • Possess critical thinking skills.
  • A drive for results and executional excellence.
  • Comfortable interacting with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams.
  • Comfortable operating at a fast pace.
  • Team building skills.
  • Organizational skills.
  • Excellent customer service, accountability, professionalism, and interpersonal skill set.
  • Excellent communication and listening skills.
  • Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.
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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experience in space-based systems engineering or ground-based systems engineering preferred.
  • Experience with model-based systems engineering preferred.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $153377 - $260743
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 Space & Mission 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.
Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.
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.
Multiple positions may be available on this opening.

Skills Required

  • BS degree in Engineering or related technical field plus 12+ years related experience (or equivalent experience)
  • Master's Degree or Ph.D. may substitute for two years of experience per degree
  • Current, active Top Secret security clearance required with ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI
  • Experience in Mission Engineering, Mission Integration, or Core Systems Engineering
  • Experience leading through change
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams
  • Strong organizational, team building, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to be self-motivated, detail oriented, and possess critical thinking skills
  • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule and work on-site five days each week
  • Comfortable operating at a fast pace and delivering results with executional excellence
  • Commitment to creating an inclusive environment
  • Experience working in office, laboratory, production floor, cleanroom, or remote research environments (may require protective equipment)
  • Experience in space-based or ground-based systems engineering
  • Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE)

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BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Benefits materials outline comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside an EAP, fertility and transgender care, and HSA-compatible plans with employer HSA contributions noted for 2025.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) plan with employer matching (varying by business unit) and added financial protections like life and accident insurance are consistently part of the package.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave from date of hire, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, backup care, and caregiving resources signal robust support for families.

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The Company
HQ: Falls Church, VA
40,000 Employees
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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