Technical Director - Engine Controls Systems

Job Description
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 onsite and remotely.
Looking to make a difference by solving tough, real-world problems? Electronic Systems employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet to reducing carbon-dioxide emissions in the cities around the globe. At Controls and Avionics Solutions (CAS), you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. Our US Controls engineering team is already the leader in safety critical aerospace electronics and high-power electric drive systems for commercial transit. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can too. Come build your career with us.
This individual will be a leader in developing our next generation of engine controls systems for advanced aircraft applications. The role includes responsibility for building a comprehensive understanding of customer needs, driving internal efforts to mature technology, and creating roadmaps to evolve our products as technology advances.
As the Technical Director for Engine Controls Systems you will:

• Leverage your technical expertise and passion for innovation to develop key customer relationships in both established and emerging markets
• Provide expert technical counsel to influence the customer maturation of requirements, and align a robust technical solution
• Stay current on dynamic technology advances, formulating front-of-market product strategies to influence business growth
• Develop and manage product optimization and capability roadmaps, including transition of disruptive technology into business area capabilities and products
• Develop technical proposals, effectively highlighting the technical/safety/innovative/trusted partner value we provide to our customers
• Assess capabilities of competitor products and technologies, identify and close technology gaps, and develop strategic mitigation plans for our competitive marketspace
• Demonstrate engaged leadership, leading and motivating agile teams to solve difficult technical problems and perform with excellence
• Mature the talent pipeline by engaging in mentoring programs and knowledge transfer activities
• Work with cross-functional teams to balance resource priorities across multiple projects
• Collaborate strategically with business area and functional leadership to achieve overall business objectives

BAE Systems offers competitive pay, benefits, and important work life balance initiatives including every other Friday Off, Flextime, and Telecommuting. BAE also believes in a culture of recognition for the extraordinary contributions of our skilled employees.
Who you are:

• Collaborative: "You love working with a team and receiving input from others."
• Customer/Client-Oriented: "You're always anticipating your customer's needs and working to exceed their expectations."
• Innovative: "You are always looking for ways to do things better and faster."

Open to the following locations: Endicott, NY, - Cedar Rapids, IA, - Ft Wayne, IN, - Austin, TX
Life in Endicott | BAE Systems
Full Authority Digital Engine Controls (FADEC)
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in related engineering field
• 12+ years experience leading the architecture, design, and integration of military and commercial full authority digital engine controls (FADEC) systems which include hardware, firmware, and software including cyber related requirements.
• Experience driving long-range strategic planning process including creating technology and product roadmaps ecompassing customer requirements, technology enhancements, and business needs.
• Knowledge of system safety principles and failure modes and effects analysis techniques.
• Experience defining goals, tracking improvements, improving technologies, and resolving technical and quality problems.
• Experience developing execution plans, budgets, and policies and procedures.
• Experience in full lifecycle development including system requirements, design, system-level integration, validation, and verification.
• Familiar with safety critical development including ARP4754, DO-178B/C and DO-254 or equivalent stringent process requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer interface experience.
• Proven ability to provide technical mentoring to advance both individual and organizational capability.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master's Degree in related engineering field
• Demonstrated experience understanding aircraft missions and translating these into system use cases and requirements for the development of engine controls systems.
• Experience in Digital Engineering, Model Based Systems Engineering (SysML or equivalent) and Agile Mindset principle, practices & processes and tools & techniques
• Experience in applied Physics, Mechanical Mechanisms and Electronic Circuits

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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $153377 - $260743
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, Inc.
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.