Mobility Engineering Lead

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Sterling Heights, MI, USA
Hybrid
116K-197K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
Lead a team to develop, integrate, and validate mobility subsystems for combat vehicles. Manage production support, failure analysis, vendor requests, TDP changes, and software synchronization. Oversee First Article Test planning and reporting, provide SME support to logistics, control budgets/schedules, resolve subsystem conflicts, and present technical results. Provide onsite production and government test site support and lead 2–10 engineers through design, test, and product assurance activities.
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Job Description
Join BAE Systems' Combat Vehicles team and become part of an enthusiastic group dedicated to developing vehicles and products that protect those who serve. We are seeking a driven Mobility Engineering Lead responsible for the successful development, integration, and test validation of critical subsystems, including diesel engines, transmissions, final drives, exhaust, air filtration, cooling system components, track systems, driver's controls, and suspension.
What You Will Do
You will manage a team of designers and engineers to resolve production and test issues, including:
  • Managing Engineering Support In Production (ESIP) and investigating Test Incident Reports (TIR).
  • Closing Failure Analysis and Corrective Action Reports (FACARs).
  • Researching Vendor Information Requests (VIR) and processing Technical Data Package (TDP) changes.
  • Tracking co-user parts and coordinating common part updates across programs.
  • Synchronizing software updates with vendors and partner programs.

You will analyze incomplete information, apply root cause methodologies to define problems, and adapt problem-solving approaches to variable situations. Additionally, you will lead a team providing onsite support at BAE Systems production and US Government test sites, requiring occasional travel.
You will also oversee the First Article Test (FAT), including reports for the Test Readiness Review, Test Plan, and Test Report. As the Mobility IPT lead, you will provide subject matter expertise to the Logistics team for technical manual reviews, specialty tool reviews, and level of repair analysis.
Additional Responsibilities:
  • Manage engineering design, development, analysis, test, and product assurance for assigned projects to meet cost, quality, performance, and schedule requirements.
  • Develop and implement project plans, including detailed task definitions, resource requirements, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Monitor and control budgets and schedules, reporting on technical and financial status.
  • Resolve conflicts between subsystems or disciplines to optimize system performance, quality, and reliability.
  • Coordinate and lead a team of 2-10 engineers, design staff, and analysts.
  • Prepare and present technical results and recommendations to customers.
  • Lead technical analysis, testing, and simulations to solve complex engineering problems using specialized equipment or computer modeling.
  • Prepare technical and cost portions of proposals within your area of expertise.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry practices and trends to advise senior management on new developments.
  • Ensure a safe work environment and compliance with company and program safety objectives.

Why You Will Want the Job
  • We don't design your "daily driver." Our products are world-class combat vehicles designed to withstand the world's most rigorous environments.
  • Keeping the world safe and secure is serious business. That is why we offer an accommodating 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off) to support your work-life balance. We foster career development through on-the-job training, leadership programs, and collaboration with seasoned industry experts. We also encourage a strong service ethic through community investment and employee volunteering opportunities.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical discipline plus 6 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree and 4 years of relevant experience; or a PhD and 2 years of experience.
  • Proven experience leading engineering teams.
  • Experience in the design and integration of mobility systems (diesel engines, transmissions, final drives, driveline hardware, exhaust, air filtration, cooling system components, hydrostatic drives, tracks, and suspension).
  • Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with customers and suppliers.
  • Ability to review, interpret, and direct mobility or automotive-type performance analysis.
  • Ability to resolve engineering problems involving conflicting design, contractual, policy, or technical requirements across functional areas.
  • Strong ability to prepare and deliver technical reports and presentations to customers, industry leaders, and senior management.
  • This role requires regular presence in a manufacturing or fabrication environment. The incumbent must be able to access and safely navigate production areas which may include climbing, kneeling, stooping, and working in confined spaces. Must also be able to comply with all requirements including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with company policy.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Experience with design of combat vehicles.
  • Working knowledge of the CREO CAD software.
  • Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).
  • Experience resolving complex inter-subsystem production issues.
  • Working knowledge of relevant military and commercial design and drawing standards.
  • Experience with automotive or military cooling system analysis and sizing.
  • Experience leading complex structured trade studies for mobility components such diesel engines, transmissions, final drives, driveline hardware, exhaust, air filtration, cooling system components, hydrostatic drives, track systems, and suspension components.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825
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 Platforms & Services
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.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline + 6 years experience; or Master's + 4 years; or PhD + 2 years.
  • Proven experience leading engineering teams.
  • Experience in design and integration of mobility systems (diesel engines, transmissions, final drives, driveline hardware, exhaust, air filtration, cooling components, hydrostatic drives, tracks, suspension).
  • Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with customers and suppliers.
  • Ability to review, interpret, and direct mobility or automotive-type performance analysis.
  • Ability to resolve engineering problems involving conflicting design, contractual, policy, or technical requirements across functional areas.
  • Strong ability to prepare and deliver technical reports and presentations to customers and senior management.
  • Regular presence in a manufacturing or fabrication environment and ability to safely navigate production areas (climbing, kneeling, stooping, confined spaces) and comply with PPE requirements.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Experience with design of combat vehicles.
  • Working knowledge of the CREO CAD software.
  • Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).
  • Experience resolving complex inter-subsystem production issues.
  • Working knowledge of relevant military and commercial design and drawing standards.
  • Experience with automotive or military cooling system analysis and sizing.
  • Experience leading complex structured trade studies for mobility components.

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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.

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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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