Deputy Chief Engineer

Job Description
The BAE Systems Air and Space Force Solutions (ASFS) Integration Support Contract (ISC) Business Unit is seeking a Deputy Chief Engineer to support the ISC Chief Engineer in all aspects of their roles, responsibilities, accountabilities, and authorities. The successful candidate will provide multidisciplinary technical support to the ICBM Program Executive Office (PEO), the two individual ICBM Program Offices and weapon systems, and all ISC members. This position will also contribute to the broader BAE Systems-related technical and business goals of the ISC, the ASFS Business Area, and the Intelligence and Security Sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the ISC Chief Engineer in planning, coordinating, and executing technical and management efforts, including:
  • Weapon System sustainment, including System Engineering & Integration (SE&I) Processes; Hardware and Software Sustaining Engineering; and Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis
  • Technical Program support, including Program Schedule Management, Acquisition Program Documentation Preparation, Program Risk Management, and Strategic Planning
  • Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) support, including Force Development Evaluation and Operational Test Launch Support
• Implement and support the BAE Systems Life Cycle Management (LCM) process and related activities, to include conducting Independent Design Review and Technical Bid Reviews. Participating in Bid and Proposal Color Reviews, Phase Reviews, and briefings to Senior Leadership.
• Analyze customer priorities, budgets, command structures, and acquisition approaches to inform ISC execution strategies and activities
• Help develop and implement policies, procedures, and systems/tools to support internal business and external ISC customer priorities
• Contribute to ISC strategic workforce development, critical and core skill training initiatives, and community support activities
• Support strategic planning efforts, including identifying long-term market trends and areas for internal investment
• Assist business winning, growth, and strategy personnel in translating customer requirements into executable solutions

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering or related technical field
• 12 years of experience working with DoD-related complex, large-scale strategic weapon systems-of-systems (9 years of experience with a master's degree)
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong information organization, interpersonal, and communication skills (oral and written)
• Active Secret DoD security clearance (or higher), with the ability to obtain and retain a Top Secret clearance and program-specific special accesses

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Graduate degree in an engineering or related technical field
• Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Automation, and Autonomy
• Over 15 years of experience working with DoD-related complex, large-scale strategic weapon systems-of-systems, particularly nuclear weapon-related systems acquisition, engineering, sustainment, testing, integration, standards, surety, and/or safety

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $150370 - $255630

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 Intelligence & Security
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.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

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.