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Responsibilities in this position are to plan, supervise the conduct of system/product performance analysis, requirements development, RF system/product architecture design, system/product development, system/product implementation and performance verification of various military ground and airborne communication products. The SME is also is responsible for the program's Earned Value including generation and presentation of the quarterly Estimate At Completion (EAC) of the assigned Systems Engineering domain efforts.
- Developing coherent product specifications from multiple disparate source documents
- Performing analysis of signals in space, receivers and transmitters
- Developing simulations and analyzing the performance/impact of fielded equipment
- Managing the requirements baseline
- Ensuring all requirements are met.
Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed fulltime on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.
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 take pride in important work-life balance initiatives including every other Friday Off, Flextime, and Telecommuting. 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.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or related field, and minimum of 10+ years of work experience or equivalent experience.
- Must hold an active Secret clearance and eligible to acquire SCI and additional SAP/SAR clearance.
- Prior experience leading a Large-sized team of System Engineers.
- Experience performing systems engineering activities across the development cycle (analysis/decomposition/derivation/allocation of requirements, system modeling & simulation, system design & development, system integration & test).
- Leadership experience of a team of engineers.
- Working experience with technical performance measurements and cost account management.
- Prior experience with Model based systems engineering with tools such as Magic Draw.
- Prior experience implementing Agile engineering methodologies on large development programs.
- Prior experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills including experience interfacing with upper management; customer facing.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related engineering discipline and 8+ years of experience or Ph.D. with 6+ years of experience.
- Hold an active Top Secret clearance and eligible to acquire SCI and additional SAP/SAR clearance.
- Work experience with Electronic Warfare programs.
- Bid and proposal experience on major life cycle programs.
- Previous experience as an Agile Scrum Master
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $122400 - $208080
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 a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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
- Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field, plus 10 or more years of work experience or equivalent experience
- Active Secret security clearance and eligibility to acquire SCI and additional SAP/SAR clearance
- Experience leading a large-sized team of systems engineers
- Systems engineering experience across the development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, system modeling and simulation, design and development, integration, and testing
- Engineering team leadership experience
- Experience with technical performance measurements and cost account management
- Model-based systems engineering experience using tools such as MagicDraw
- Experience implementing Agile engineering methodologies on large development programs
- Prior experience as a Cost Account Manager
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including upper-management interaction and customer-facing experience
- Master's degree in electrical engineering, systems engineering, or a related engineering discipline with 8 or more years of experience
- Ph.D. with 6 or more years of experience
- Active Top Secret security clearance and eligibility to acquire SCI and additional SAP/SAR clearance
- Experience with Electronic Warfare programs
- Bid and proposal experience on major lifecycle programs
- Experience as an Agile Scrum Master
BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as comprehensive, paired with an EAP, fertility and transgender care options, and HSA‑compatible plans that can include employer contributions with coverage starting on day one in some cases. These resources are reinforced by wellness tools and immediate eligibility noted on official benefits materials.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) savings plan is broadly available, with employer matching and other contributions that vary by business unit, and some U.S. employee groups retain pension arrangements. Company‑paid basic life insurance equal to 2x base salary (up to $1M) further strengthens financial security.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave (e.g., 160 hours for full‑time employees) sits alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and Bright Horizons backup child and elder care. These benefits help reduce care gaps and complement PTO and applicable state programs.
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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