So apply today and join us for an engineering career full of technical challenges, diversity, and satisfaction and see for yourself why our employees proudly average more than 12 years of service!“
- Due to the importance, this position offers a Sign-On Bonus. (Note: Current BAE Systems employees are ineligible for sign-on bonuses.)
- "Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship”
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
As a Hardware Engineering Lead, you will provide project level leadership to ensure successful execution of program plans and accomplishment of engineering department goals. You’ll guide teams performing research, development, and consulting assignments of a professional technical nature where extensive and diversified knowledge of hardware engineering principles and practices are necessary to successfully accomplish objectives.
Required Job Skills, Responsibilities, & Experience includes
BSEE or BSME with 10+ years and commensurate experience leading engineering teams
Possesses solid technical leadership practices for multi-disciplinary engineering teams engaged in the design and development of state-of-the-art electro-mechanical products
Team sizes may range from small to large (5, 10, to 20+)
Team disciplines include Mechanical (ME), Electrical (EE), Optical (OE), Design Drafting (DD)
Proven experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring project schedules, budgets, and productivity metrics to ensure efficient team performance. Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) project execution and practices.
Experience implementing an established Hardware Engineering design processes to achieve product quality and consistency
Possesses sound interpersonal communication skills involving interfacing with company personnel, customers, and suppliers
Experience supporting new business capture and proposal teams with development of hardware engineering cost/schedule estimates
Capable of exercising independent discretion and judgment in the performance of engineering duties
Capable of utilizing computer skills to prepare appropriate reports, documents, and presentations for internal/external distribution
Ability to develop and implement design solutions, processes, and systems within budget and schedule requirements
Experience with design and develop of products and services using state-of-the-art engineering technologies, principles, theories and concepts
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred job skills, qualifications, & experience includes
Current DoD Security Clearance
Certification for Earned Value Management System (EVMS) project management techniques
Design of Electro-optic technologies
Experience with RF technologies
Designing to cost (DTUPC) constraints
Designing for manufacturability
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $136620 - $232210
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, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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.
