Mk21A Systems Engineer

Job Description
Join BAE Systems' Air & Space Force Solutions and be part of a diverse and enthusiastic team that solves some of the world's most complex technical challenges. For the eighth consecutive year, BAE Systems was named among the Salt Lake Tribune's "Top Workplaces" by our employees, earning special distinction for providing a healthy work-life balance for our valued employees. We work very hard to ensure this is a great place to work!
BAE Systems is looking for a qualified Systems Engineer to join our Mk21A Reentry Vehicle team. In this role, you will support defense acquisition and deliver critical capabilities to the warfighter at Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC). As a key member of the Systems Engineering Integration and Test (SEIT) IPT, your primary focus will be ensuring the Nuclear Surety of the Mk21A reentry vehicle.
We're seeking a Systems Engineer with a strong foundation in system engineering principles and processes and direct experience in nuclear surety. In this role, you will apply nuclear surety standards to critically evaluate contractor designs and deliver rigorous technical reviews of program deliverables (CDRLs). Additionally, experience with Parts, Materials, and Processes (PMP) and Model-Based Systems Engineering is highly desirable. Ultimately, this position prioritizes technical excellence and advanced analysis to deliver mission-critical solutions in direct support of our government customer.
This is a dynamic and rewarding opportunity to shape the development and deployment of our nation's newest reentry vehicle, the critical backbone of our nuclear deterrent capability. A successful candidate is creative, flexible, and comfortable handling diverse and sometimes conflicting priorities. Job location will be at Hill AFB, Utah.
Additional responsibilities include providing weapon system expertise to conduct integrated, engineering-level assessments across the entire program life cycle-from design and production through to verification and maintenance. In this role, you will actively identify and mitigate design, production, and test deficiencies to ensure successful development and mission success.
Why Utah? You've got to see it to believe it! Utah is an amazing state with diverse geography, a unique culture and an exceptional quality of life. We are located north of Salt Lake City at the foot of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. The area offers an incredible range of outdoors pursuits across the seasons including hiking, climbing, hunting, fishing, camping, boating, mountain biking, and world-class skiing at resorts that hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics. The state is home to five amazing National Parks and an easy drive from two more; Grand Teton and Yellowstone. The Salt Lake City area offers a vast array of cultural activities and businesses including professional sports teams. It is a western hub for world-class, cutting-edge medical and health care.
Pursuant to Government contract, this position requires US Citizenship status. This position is only located at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, due to the special-access classified working environment and is not conducive to regular "telework" or remote schedules.
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• B.S. degree in engineering, mathematics, or physics.
• At least 3 years of progressive technical experience in systems engineering or aerospace/defense.
• Experience with nuclear surety policies, standards, and technical measures.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and tools such as Cameo to develop, trace, and manage system architectures and requirements.
• Experience with ICBM systems, DOD acquisition processes, and systems engineering frameworks.
• Must possess and maintain a US DOD Security Clearance.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience implementing Parts, Materials, and Processes (PM&P) selection, qualification, and control procedures.
• Experience reviewing and delivering technical critiques of Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) deliveries.
• Experience with the Air Force Nuclear Certification Process and nuclear weapon system safety assessments.
• Excellent cognitive communication (written and spoken), and interpersonal skills, briefing and providing reports to executive-level leaders.
• Active Top Secret security clearance.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $72150 - $122655
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.