Systems Engineering Lead - Radar Development Programs

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Huntsville, AL, USA
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121K-205K Annually
Senior level
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The Role
Lead a geographically distributed systems engineering team for radar seeker development, overseeing system/process implementation, integration, testing (lab and field), hardware/software development, requirements allocation, risk tracking, and technical reporting to deliver affordable missile seeker solutions.
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See what you're missing. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronic and mechanical systems providing the latest in precision guidance and sensing solutions to the Warfighter. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too.
Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with us.
BAE Systems, Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions (PGSS) Product Line within the Precision Strike (PS) Business Area is seeking a Senior Systems Engineering Team Lead who possesses a skilled Radar background to support our SureStrike™ Radar Seeker development programs, which span Active Radar, Semi-active Radar, and multi-modal solutions. The successful candidate will plan, execute and manage a geographically distributed team during the implementation of system processes, conduct of System and Subsystem internal and field test events, development of test and tactical hardware and software, and identification/allocation of new requirements for next generation, affordable mass missile seekers.
This role will be staffed in Huntsville, AL. In Huntsville, our Engineering team is working in a recently opened state-of-the-art facility and operating in a unique environment where we have the power and resources of BAE Systems behind us while working in a dynamic and flexible model. At BAE Systems, we are looking for team players who have demonstrated experience working successfully in a Technical Team Lead setting.
Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working primarily onsite with some remote potential. Travel is estimated at 10%, namely to support program test event milestones.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Active Secret security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science and a minimum of 6 years' applicable experience
  • Direct experience in two or more Radar engineering activities to include analysis, hardware/software design, prototyping, integration, test, and/or verification
  • Must have experience as a Systems Engineer
  • Must have experience leading technical teams
  • Experience identifying, delegating, tracking, and reporting team tasks

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Hold an active Top Secret security clearance
  • Advanced radar theoretical knowledge, with balanced understanding of practical Radar hardware and software architectures and tactical implementation
  • Knowledge and willingness to lead Earned-Value Management (EVM) and Control Account Management (CAM) responsibilities
  • Possess an agile mindset, to include Agile-Scrum principles, practices, processes, tools and techniques
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with Senior leadership and other engineering disciplines
  • Exposure to technical performance measurements
  • Experience developing and flowing down requirements to testable and modular hardware and software designs
  • Experience in identifying and tracking technical risks
  • Excels at problem solving, with the ability to produce concrete results despite significant ambiguities in the problem space
  • Skilled in developing and using analysis tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, Python, VBA, C/C++ on Windows and/or Linux
  • Experience in Digital Engineering and Model Based Systems Engineering, to include industry-accepted tools, e.g., Cameo, DOORS
  • Fundamental understanding of the Electro-Optical Infrared (EOIR) technical domain and sensor solutions is a plus
  • Comfortable in a lab setting working with a combination of both hardware and software
  • MS degree in Systems Engineering or related technical field
  • Experience with missile or smart munitions design, development, and fielding

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120874 - $205486
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.
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.

Skills Required

  • Active Secret security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science and minimum 6 years applicable experience
  • Direct experience in two or more radar engineering activities (analysis, HW/SW design, prototyping, integration, test, verification)
  • Experience as a Systems Engineer
  • Experience leading technical teams
  • Experience identifying, delegating, tracking, and reporting team tasks

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  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is presented as comprehensive, combining medical, dental, vision, HSAs/FSAs, and mental‑health resources with a no‑cost EAP. Wellness programs and protections like life, AD&D, disability, and travel assistance broaden the offering.
  • Retirement Support Retirement is supported through a 401(k) with automatic enrollment and annual escalation, with employer matching available in certain business units. Financial‑wellness tools and access to advisors further support long‑term planning.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time away options include paid parental leave (commonly 160 hours for full‑time), holidays, PTO, bereavement, military leave, and other leave programs. Many groups also use a 9/80 schedule that provides every other Friday off where available.

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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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