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Precision Strike (PS) - Technical Director

BAE Systems

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Top Secret
$173,023 - $294,137
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Engineering - Systems
Hudson, NH (On-Site/Office)

Job Description
See what you're missing. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too.
Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us ® ." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. Business Need & Opportunity
The Precision Strike (PS) engineering organization is undergoing an exciting transformation to strengthen alignment with key business initiatives, optimize our capabilities, and capitalize on the growing demand for Precision Guidance & Sensing Solutions. This newly created Business Area Technical Director (BATD) role is a critical part of this evolution, driving technical vision and collaboration across our product lines - Navigation & Sensor Systems, Precision Guidance & Sensing Solutions, Global Integrated Solutions, and Advanced Display Systems. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our technology and make a significant impact. Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Technical Director to develop and champion a technical strategy aligned with evolving customer needs and future market opportunities. The ideal candidate is a proven technical leader with in-depth domain knowledge, a strong customer focus, and the ability to foster collaboration across a complex matrixed organization. You will be a key interface with the Services, platform primes, and mission system integrators. Familiarity with Department of War (DoW) requirements, acquisition processes, and experience with precision guided munitions, radar seeker, EOIR seeker military GPS, avionics, and helmet mounted display technology is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities
  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a comprehensive technical roadmap integrating current programs with R&D initiatives, driving holistic technical direction and innovation.
  • Cross-Business Collaboration: Enable business growth by collaborating effectively across business areas to leverage synergies and maximize enterprise impact.
  • Technology Vision: Drive technology innovation through the strategic alignment of Tech Strategy, IRAD, and Collaboration Activities to reduce product investment and introduce disruptive technologies.
  • Customer Engagement: Lead technical discussions with current and potential customers, developing impactful white papers and presentations to drive business growth.
  • R&D Transition: Collaborate with our FastLabs organization to accelerate the transition of cutting-edge technologies into our products.
  • Integrated Business Planning (IBP): Support IBP objectives through leadership in leverage, technical strategy, IRAD process, technical collaboration, and IP portfolio management.
  • Team Leadership & Development: Coach, mentor, and develop engineering talent, building a robust pipeline for future success.
  • External Partnerships: "Be the point" for collaborations with Universities, Institutes, SBIRs, VC, Tech Scouting, FAST Labs, Empower, and industry partners.
  • Technical Roadmap Development: Create and maintain technical roadmaps informed by deep mission understanding, customer roadmaps, competitor assessments, and collaboration efforts.
  • IP Management: Serve as the primary steward for intellectual property, including capture, management, and opportunity identification for licensing, royalty, and acquisitions.
  • Proposal Support: Provide technical leadership and support for white paper/RFI/RFP/proposal development and reviews.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor's Degree in a related engineering field and 12+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. An advanced degree is preferred.
  • Proven experience collaborating with customers to define and deliver precision guided munition, navigation, avionics, and display technology solutions.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and articulate a compelling technical vision to customers, business leadership, and engineering teams.
  • Strong understanding of the DoW acquisition process and experience with new business capture.
  • Deep understanding of Precision Strike missions, technologies, and customers including a strong understanding of the operational challenges and requirements faced by warfighters.
  • Solid understanding of open system architectures and modular design principles.


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experience developing and maintaining product and/or technology roadmaps.
  • Experience with research and development programs, including technology transition and maturation.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing engineering teams.
  • Experience with RF technologies, including GPS, radar and EOIR seekers.
  • Experience with helmet mounted display systems.
  • Active Security Clearance


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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