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:
- Serve as a Core Product Team (CPT) member supporting the implementation phase and production rollout of a new Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system.
- Ensure Configuration Management (CM) and Data Management (DM) requirements are aligned with EIA-649, are properly defined in JIRA user stories, implemented by technical teams, and verified for compliance.
- Validate data migration activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity during system implementation.
- Support future PLM tool upgrades, enhancements, and post-production sustainment activities, if needed.
- Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies, providing updates on sprint progress, risks, and impediments/blockers.
- Assist with training, troubleshooting, end-user support, and Organizational Change Management (OCM) initiatives to facilitate successful user adoption.
- Support continuous process improvements to enhance configuration management processes and PLM system effectiveness.
- 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 three or more 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 environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- BS/BA in related field plus 8 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 Secret security clearance is required.
- Experience supporting PLM implementations using ARAS Innovator or similar type PLM tools (e.g., Windchill).
- Solid knowledge of Configuration Management and Data Management principles in accordance with EIA-649.
- Experience translating business and CM requirements into JIRA user stories and validating implementation.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and participation in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Experience with data migration validation, data quality, and system testing.
- Ability to provide user training, troubleshoot system issues, and support organizational change initiatives.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional engineering, technical, and business teams.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035
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
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent related technical experience in lieu of education
- Eight or more years of related experience; a master’s degree or Ph.D. may substitute for two years of experience per higher-level degree
- Current, active Secret security clearance
- Experience supporting PLM implementations using ARAS Innovator or similar PLM tools such as Windchill
- Knowledge of Configuration Management and Data Management principles in accordance with EIA-649
- Experience translating business and configuration management requirements into JIRA user stories and validating implementation
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives
- Experience with data migration validation, data quality, and system testing
- Ability to provide user training, troubleshoot system issues, and support organizational change initiatives
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional engineering, technical, and business teams
BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave from date of hire, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, backup care, and caregiving resources signal robust support for families.
BAE Systems, Inc. Insights
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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