BAE Systems

Mgr- Eng

BAE Systems • $120K — $145K *
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 15+ years experience in DoD/DoN programs, particularly Navy/AEGIS programs.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field or equivalent experience.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for mentoring junior team members.
  • Commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
  • Proven problem-solving and customer service abilities.
  • Active secret-level DoD security clearance required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership for a team of Baseline Coordinators (BLCs).
  • Mentor and guide BLCs in quality technical reviews.
  • Coordinate Systems Engineering, Test & Evaluation, and related efforts as directed by leadership.
  • Assess baseline tasks and compile regular status reports.
  • Conduct team meetings to review progress and address customer needs.
  • Develop project scopes and financial estimates in collaboration with leadership.
  • Lead budget synchronization meetings to ensure transparency and alignment.

Benefits

  • Engagement in high-stakes defense projects.
  • Opportunity to mentor and develop junior team members.
  • Collaboration with senior leadership to shape project directions.
  • Chance to work with government stakeholders and project leads.
  • Exposure to advanced Systems Engineering practices and methodologies.
Full Job Description
Job Description

In this role, the successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight, serving as the primary liaison between BAE Senior Leadership, government customers, and technical subtask divisions. This position is responsible for the end-to-end management of project execution plans, the alignment of technical and business resources, and the rigorous oversight of project budgets and schedules. The candidate will be expected to drive productivity, quality, and client satisfaction while providing high-level analytical guidance to the BLC team.

Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Team Management
  • Direct and manage a team of Baseline Coordinators (BLCs), providing the guidance and oversight necessary to execute all technical taskings across the USN and BMD portfolios.
  • Mentor BLCs in the execution of technical reviews, ensuring all deliverables meet quality standards and program objectives.
  • Coordinate all Systems Engineering (SE), Test & Evaluation (T&E), Cyber, and ILS efforts directed by the AEGIS TECHREP Project Lead.
  • Assess ongoing baseline efforts and oversee the compilation of weekly SITREPs and monthly reports to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
  • Conduct monthly team meetings to evaluate product line progress and ensure all customer requirements are being fulfilled.

Financial Management & Strategic Planning
  • Partner with Senior Leadership to develop project scope, utilizing financial expertise to build comprehensive Task Planning Sheets (TPSs) and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimates.
  • Lead the coordination, planning, and execution of monthly financial synchronization meetings with sponsors to ensure budget alignment and transparency.
  • Review project budgets and resource allocations, identifying variances and developing mitigation strategies to maintain financial health.
  • Support the BAE Senior Leadership Team in developing strategic roadmaps, project plans, and high-level demonstrations.

Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management
  • Develop and maintain strategic professional relationships with AEGIS TECHREP USN and BMD Division Heads, serving as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact.
  • Foster cooperative partnerships with government project leads and subtask leaders to streamline communication and project execution.
  • Coordinate comment consolidation and adjudication meetings with all relevant parties for Milestone Technical Data Packages (TDP).

Technical Oversight & Execution
  • Oversee the BLC team in reviewing design plans and engineering processes, recommending changes to satisfy program objectives.
  • Direct the review and incorporation of comments for:
    • Element Final Specifications
    • SCRIBE and ETR documentation
    • Technical and Releasability Documents
    • Test Procedures
  • Ensure all TRAIN Action Item comments are routed to the applicable parties for adjudication.
  • Manage the closure of A-SPEC issues and other project comments in coordination with A-SPEC Engineers and originators.
  • Provide monthly executive summaries detailing changes to baseline schedules (Build plan, MPP, I&T) and maintain accurate records within the POA&M.
  • Oversee Build Package reviews and the submission of defect comments.
  • Manage and support all meeting requirements, including VTC, Teams, and CVTC coordination.
  • Submit and validate ATR Weekly Report inputs.


Required Skills and Education

  • Minimum 15 years' experience with DoD/DoN programs with a strong focus on Navy/AEGIS programs
  • Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in a related engineering field, or a minimum of 5 years of experience of in-depth specialized knowledge in the related field such as computer programming or equivalent experience
  • Proven people skills with the ability to nurture and mentor junior managers and team members
  • Ability to support a culture of diversity and inclusion
  • A desire to help others learn and grow within the organization
  • Proven customer service skills
  • Proven problem-solving and communication skills
  • Security Clearance Requirement: Must have a secret level DoD security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, etc.)
  • Experience with development and maintenance of computer programs
  • Understanding of the Systems Engineering Development Lifecycle


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.

Preferred Skills and Education

  • Project Management experience a plus
  • Familiarity with project management software tools (JIRA), methodologies, and best practices
  • Military Veteran

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems plc is a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company. It is among the world's largest defense contractors, with over 85,000 employees and operations in over 40 countries. BAE Systems is involved in the design, development, and manufacture of a wide range of products and services, including military aircraft, naval ships, and land vehicles. The company also provides a range of cybersecurity and intelligence services. BAE Systems has a long history, dating back to the 19th century, and has been involved in many major defense projects. Visit baesystems.com for more information.
Learn more about BAE Systems
Size
90,500 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1997
NASDAQ
BAESF
* Ladders Estimates

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