Dir II- Eng

Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking a Deputy Director of Engineering and Logistics to support our Combat Missions Systems Business Area. Combat Mission Systems (CMS) focuses the development, production and integration of systems to provide advanced solutions across ground, amphibious and maritime platforms to meet our customers' mission requirements. The business area's numerous sites across the United States employ advanced manufacturing technologies, a highly skilled workforce and robust supplier base to deliver affordable and technologically superior solutions. Product lines include Amphibious Vehicles, Ground Vehicles and Weapon Systems. The CMS Engineering Logistics organization is comprised of approximately 1800 professionals spanning 10 locations across the US.

The CMS Deputy Director proactively partners with the CMS Director of Engineering and Logistics to assist in the operation of the engineering function and shape future direction. They act on behalf of the Director Engineering and Logistics in their absence as a trusted advisor on all engineering and logistics related issues.

Specific job requirements and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Partner and collaborate across CMS Engineering & Logistics (Functional Engineering Directors and Product Line Engineering Leaders) as well as other functions to effectively support the CMS enterprise
• Identify and support the development of critical skills and resources
• Develop and maintain measures related to engineering performance
• Develop and lead continuous improvement activities and ensure adoption within the organization
• Improve engineering process set and ensure engineering is audit ready at all times
• Establish goals, performance standards and budgets
• Ensure metrics provide a reliable measure of quality and performance
• Ensure appropriate corrective actions are established and closed
• Facilitate Engineering tools and capital activities

Position can be located in Sterling Heights, MI; Minneapolis, Min or York, PA

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field and 12+ years work experience or equivalent experience
• Experience in technical leadership of defense programs and mission/domain knowledge of existing combat vehicle and weapon systems capabilities relevant to the business
• Proven experience in project management, working as a Cost Account leader (CAM, IPT, Program Manager, or Capture Manager), meeting technical, schedule, and cost commitments
• Proven ability to lead a diverse organization across multiple sites (domestic and international) with different cultures and experience levels
• Experience with formulating a vision and implementing action plans to achieve goals
• Experience collaborating and driving improvement across the functions responsible for product development including operations, quality, and program management
• Proven ability to share and transfer technology and know-how across organizational boundaries
• Demonstrate alignment with the businesses cultural principles and model safe and ethical behavior
• Ensure compliance with appropriate Company policies and procedures, especially those related to product design and support
• Proven performance in management, mentoring, coaching and communication
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills and decision-making ability
• Business acumen and project leadership skills
• Ability to influence at all levels

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting

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.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

Preferred Skills and Education

• Advanced technical or business degree with a minimum of 18 years of engineering/management experience
• Proven track record of increasing responsibilities in managing organizations of significant complexity
• Active Secret security clearance
• Experience leading an organization through a digital transformation