Eng Sr Prin II - Sys

Job Description

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This leadership position will be the technical authority for Space Control within the Space Warfighting Mission (SWM) business area. Working in concert with the Business Development Manager, this role will pursue new business opportunities that consist of a wide variety of space-based hardware/software and ground solutions and cutting-edge architectures for Government and prime contractor customers within the US Government and commercial marketplace. This role will span system architectures and new technology development in the Space Security domain supporting multiple current and future pursuits. The successful candidate will evaluate and apply commercial, academic, and other in-house and external technologies and approaches to support rapid development of system concepts and measures of effectiveness for space security applications. Formal and informal written reports and briefings are necessary to capture plans, schedules, and results, and communicating strategy to a broad audience of internal and external stakeholders.

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

What You'll Do:

• Rapid technical development, understanding, analysis and assessment of concepts and designs for the Space Security domain, systems, and payloads; including performance predictions and risk assessments.
• Guide and/or set architecture, system and/or component requirements while aligning with scalable production processes.
• Lead technical teams by identifying necessary tasks, allocating to appropriate specific engineering disciplines, and provide continuing guidance and re-vectoring to ensure objectives are met on-time.
• Identify and contribute to new IRAD/ technology development concepts and roadmaps.
• Prepare and give presentations to peers/management/customers.
• Provide mentorship to junior analysts in mission analysis and/or modeling and simulation techniques.
• New business support in the form of proposal writing and/or cost/schedule estimation.
• 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 five 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, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
• May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
• May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Required Skills and Education

• BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 10 or more years related experience.
• Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two 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.
• A current, active TS/SCI security clearance is required.
• Broad experience in mission/systems analysis of space mission, vehicle, and payload architectures or from the terrestrial warfighting domain.
• Extensive experience analyzing kill chains to develop and deliver new warfighting capabilities.
• Knowledge of satellite systems, missions, technologies, and practical limitations.
• Knowledge of embedded data processing architectures, knowledge of embedded processors, embedded SW, FPGAs, and GPUs.
• Experience conducting system trades using advanced modeling techniques and modeling environments (e.g. Live Virtual Constructive) to architect payload and mission solutions.
• Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in relevant business environments.
• Superb presentation skills with experience presenting technical results to senior customers and technical review meetings.
• Ability to interface with technicians, peers, senior-level engineers, business development, management.
• Ability to contribute to the success of small teams through excellent leadership and teamwork.
• Extensive knowledge of missions and customers across space security domain. Knowledge/experience working with critical customer base and experienced at establishing relationships with key personnel within customer community.
• Knowledge of image formation, and multiple payload phenomenologies (EO/IR, Radar, Passive/Active RF).
• Experience in architectural modeling tools such as STK, ODTK, and AFSIM.
• Knowledge of state estimation and orbital mechanics.
• Experience in micro-services based software and agile software development processes.

Benefits Information

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.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).

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 the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and scientific communities. 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.