Posted 1 week ago
Top Secret/SCI
$173,023 - $294,137
Unspecified
Engineering - Systems
San Diego, CA (On-Site/Office)
Job Description
BAE Systems Advanced Mission Solutions (AMS) Product Line Area is seeking an experienced, hands-on, and self-motivated Portfolio Engineering Lead (PEL) for the Data & Analytics Solutions portfolio of programs and products.
The Data & Analytics Solutions (DAS) group delivers cutting-edge big data content management, data-driven analytics, and multiple security domain software platforms that enable mission-critical decision-making for our Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of War (DOW) customers. The DAS PEL serves as the engineering leader for the portfolio of DAS programs and products, responsible for engineering program execution, new business growth, product leverage, product evolution, and continuous improvement.
The role provides engineering leadership across all lifecycle phases-conception, design, development, delivery, and support-ensuring that core engineering processes, design reviews, and technical bid reviews (TBRs) are properly tailored, deployed, and executed within the portfolio. The DAS PEL functionally leads teams of Program Engineering Managers (PEMs), reports to the AMS Product Line Engineering Lead (PLEL), and collaborates closely with the DAS Business Project and Portfolio Director and the DAS area Project Chief Engineer.
Specific Job Responsibilities:
Position Expectations:
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.
#SWSD
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $173023 - $294137
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 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
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.
BAE Systems Advanced Mission Solutions (AMS) Product Line Area is seeking an experienced, hands-on, and self-motivated Portfolio Engineering Lead (PEL) for the Data & Analytics Solutions portfolio of programs and products.
The Data & Analytics Solutions (DAS) group delivers cutting-edge big data content management, data-driven analytics, and multiple security domain software platforms that enable mission-critical decision-making for our Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of War (DOW) customers. The DAS PEL serves as the engineering leader for the portfolio of DAS programs and products, responsible for engineering program execution, new business growth, product leverage, product evolution, and continuous improvement.
The role provides engineering leadership across all lifecycle phases-conception, design, development, delivery, and support-ensuring that core engineering processes, design reviews, and technical bid reviews (TBRs) are properly tailored, deployed, and executed within the portfolio. The DAS PEL functionally leads teams of Program Engineering Managers (PEMs), reports to the AMS Product Line Engineering Lead (PLEL), and collaborates closely with the DAS Business Project and Portfolio Director and the DAS area Project Chief Engineer.
Specific Job Responsibilities:
- Ensure DAS solutions and product architectures are sound, appropriate, affordable, producible, testable, and consistent with customer needs and the Product Area strategy and maintain the product baseline throughout the contract
- Provide leadership engagement and communications with customer-facing activities and within the Product Area
- Engage in all programs-area new-business activities to create and maintain appropriate technical baselines.
- Maintain an operational and delivery mindset, working actively alongside the team when complex execution issues arise.
- Roll up sleeves and jump in when execution issues arise.
- Collaborate with the AMS Technical Director (TD) and DAS Portfolio Chief Engineer to facilitate both BAE internal and external technology insertion and transitions.
- Provide overview briefs and support customer-facing activities.
- Prioritize Engineering resources to support the Product Area. Work with PEMs and Engineering Functional Section Leads to forecast and identify staffing.
- Supports Product Line Engineering Lead (PLEL) in hiring, developing, and growing future PEMs, PELs, and CEs for the business Develop PEM pipeline plans, succession strategies for senior PEMs, and a formal mentor approach. Partner with Section Leads to mentor and grow domain expertise, identify critical skill gaps, and develop workforce plans.
- Support program IDR chairs, coordinate IDR/TBR activities for proposals, and ensure proper documentation.
- Provide Section-Lead responsibilities and functional leadership for all program-area PEMs/SMEs ensuring labor, security, and policy compliance.
- Apply appropriate engineering processes (AS9145, DFM, DTC, DTUPC) to ensure project success and predictability.
- Deliver executable, competitive engineering proposals and monitor performance metrics, initiating corrective actions as required.
- Establish/review product and project strategies, roadmaps, bids, and plans; partner with the Product line Engineering Lead (PLEL) and Business Area Engineering Director (BAED) for independent technical assessments.
Position Expectations:
- DAS PEL is a key engineering leader for classified work and will maintain a regular on-site presence.
- Travel to BAE Systems and Customer sites to connect with product customers, engineers, support classified projects, and attend leadership-team strategy sessions.
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.
#SWSD
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Must hold a Top Secret security clearance with ability to obtain a TS/SCI in the near future.
- Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 15 years of technical leadership experience and domain knowledge in data content management, data analytics, AI/ML, and related technologies.
- Proven ability to share and transfer technology across organizational boundaries to benefit customers and the business.
- Experience leading DOW or Intelligence Community software development programs and preparing proposals.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Eligibility for Top-Secret/SCI clearance (if not already held).
- Strong vision setting ability with a track record of implementing actionable plans.
- Experience shaping opportunities, program planning, and cost account management.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $173023 - $294137
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 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
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.
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