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Top Secret/SCI
$149,603 - $254,317
Unspecified
Engineering - Systems
Westminster, CO (On-Site/Office)
Job Description
As an IT Strategic Business Partner in the Business Technology Organization (BTO), you will serve as a trusted advisor and strategic thinker to the Space and Mission Systems (SMS) business leaders, providing guidance and support on the use of technology to achieve business objectives. You will play a crucial role in understanding the SMS business needs and translating them into IT solutions, ensuring alignment between technology initiatives and business objectives. You will be a primary IT liaison for the Operations strategic capability unit (SCU), supporting all departments within the SCU. You will have a deep understanding of SMS business strategy, industry trends, and technology landscape to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement. The IT Strategic Business Partner will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement technology solutions that drive business growth, improve efficiency, and enhance customer experience.
The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution - from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.
What You'll Do:
On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site three or more 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:
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317
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 Space & Mission 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.
Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.
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.
As an IT Strategic Business Partner in the Business Technology Organization (BTO), you will serve as a trusted advisor and strategic thinker to the Space and Mission Systems (SMS) business leaders, providing guidance and support on the use of technology to achieve business objectives. You will play a crucial role in understanding the SMS business needs and translating them into IT solutions, ensuring alignment between technology initiatives and business objectives. You will be a primary IT liaison for the Operations strategic capability unit (SCU), supporting all departments within the SCU. You will have a deep understanding of SMS business strategy, industry trends, and technology landscape to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement. The IT Strategic Business Partner will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement technology solutions that drive business growth, improve efficiency, and enhance customer experience.
The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution - from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.
What You'll Do:
- Collaborate with business leaders and/or functional leaders to understand their strategic objectives and develop technology solutions that align with their needs.
- Partner with SMS Operations SCU to provide strategic guidance on technology investments and initiatives that support the organization's business strategy.
- Develop and manage the IT strategic plan for SMS Operations SCU, ensuring alignment with the organization's overall business strategy.
- Define, prioritize, and sponsor program and project initiatives for SMS Operations SCU.
- Gather high-level business requirements and define scope during initial discovery by conducting meetings/interviews, and facilitate large group/cross-functional sessions with partners.
- Serve as a bridge between business and IT teams, effectively communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and vice versa.
- Maintain up-to-date awareness of the current and future directions of the industry and associated technologies, and, where appropriate, make recommendations for implementation of new/upgraded systems and technologies.
- Lead, through influence, a team of IT professionals, providing guidance and support to ensure the successful delivery of IT projects and initiatives.
- Monitor and manage financials for areas of responsibility.
- 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 three or more 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 environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Related Bachelor's and 10 or more years of related experience; or HS Diploma and 14 or more years of related experience.
- Each higher-level degree, i.e., Associate's, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for additional years of experience.
- Related certifications may count towards years of related 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.
- Extensive knowledge of IT industry standard service delivery, cyber compliance and assurance, operations, processes, standards, tools, and capabilities with a focus on cloud technologies, infrastructure and project management.
- Track record of developing and implementing IT system and process changes to improve performance and drive value.
- Demonstrated record of managing internal and external (vendor) stakeholders to deliver technology solutions.
- Presentation skills-able to communicate technology solutions to non-technical stakeholders by focusing on business outcomes and value.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful IT strategies that drive business growth and improve efficiency.
- Deep experience with IT demand management, IT project management, and resource management.
- Demonstrated record of capturing and developing requirements in order to support the development of technical solutions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, as well as present and converse with sector senior leadership.
- Ability to work across multiple functions / organizations and build trusted working relationships.
- Ability to be self-directed, detail oriented, and to multi-task.
- Ability to learn and follow processes while also identifying opportunities for process improvement.
- Ability to handle conflict and difficult situations.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience working within an Aerospace and Defense organization.
- Experience working in closed or classified environments.
- Experience with cloud computing, software as a service (SaaS), Gov Cloud, IL certified environments deployment and support.
- Experience with IT governance and risk management frameworks.
- Professional certifications in IT, such as ITIL or PMP.
- Masters degree.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317
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 Space & Mission 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.
Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.
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.
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