Job Description

In this position, you will lead the Space Vehicle or Spacecraft Engineering team through development, test and delivery of highly capable space systems. You will be the Chief Engineer or Lead Systems Engineer ensuring the company delivers a system that meets our customers' technical performance specifications and their mission needs. It is preferred to have a Spacecraft Systems Engineer with a background in either systems engineering or any of the spacecraft subsystem areas (Thermal, ADCS, EPDS, CDH, Telecomm, FSW, Structures, Mechanisms, Simulators, Fault Management, Propulsion) to help maintain the BAE Systems Space and Mission Systems (SMS) Spacecraft Product Line and support business development activities.

This is a challenging, fast-paced job which will be exciting and highly gratifying for the successful candidate.

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What You'll Do:

• As a Space Vehicle Engineer on a program, you are a technical representative to BAE Systems SMS's program office, external customers, and partners which may include payload, launch and ground systems providers.
• Develop and manage the space vehicle or Bus technical baseline.
• Lead preparation and execution of major design and readiness reviews.
• Develop cost and schedule baseline for system engineering activity and capable of performing responsibilities of the cost account manager (CAM) for system engineering.
• Provide leadership to the system engineer staff generating engineering documents including specifications, interface control documents, and test plans.
• Work in a dynamic environment with multiple working groups, interfaces, and all spacecraft subsystems. Responsible for providing direction and prioritization to the space vehicle team.
• Lead and guide mission and space vehicle level trade studies and analysis - balancing technical performance, cost, and risk.
• Technical authority for risk assessment and anomaly resolution during both I&T and on-orbit operations.
• Participate in writing proposals and creating and delivering presentations.
• Develop and coach systems engineers on the space vehicle team.
• 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 five 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, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
• May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
• May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Required Skills and Education

• BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required, plus 6 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 TS/SCI security clearance is required.
• Proven success as a technical team lead with experience in all phases of execution of a space hardware program.
• Exceptional communication skills, presentation skills, proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Interpersonal skills, ability to effectively lead group discussions, ability to set priorities and delegate as required to meet all objectives.

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Preferred Skills and Education

• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) - CAM experience.
• Model-Based Systems Engineering expertise is highly desirable.
• Possession of a current TS/SCI clearance or able to retain one once hired.
• Technical Vision: Provides strategic technical direction and drives innovation.
• Collaborative Leadership: Fosters open communication, transparency, and teamwork.
• Risk Management: Identifies and mitigates complex technical and programmatic risks.
• Talent Development: Prioritizes team growth, well-being, and performance.

Benefits Information

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.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).

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.