Provide functional leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to Integration & Test engineers and integrators.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.
Support workforce planning and staffing activities to ensure programs are appropriately resourced with qualified integration and test personnel.
Integration & Test Planning and Execution
Collaborate with Systems Engineering during requirements development to ensure requirements are testable, measurable, and verifiable.
Lead the development and execution of system-level integration and verification testing activities.
Define test objectives, methodologies, success criteria, and acceptance requirements necessary to validate system functionality and performance.
Test Infrastructure & Resource Management
Define requirements for test tools, equipment, and infrastructure necessary to support integration and test activities.
Coordinate closely with the Test Evaluation and Installation Group to ensure effective test execution capabilities.
Develop and manage test asset utilization strategies, including laboratories, facilities, equipment, and specialized test environments.
Ensure laboratory and test activities are conducted in accordance with approved plans, contract requirements, and organizational procedures.
Program Execution & Reporting
Monitor integration and test progress, issues, and corrective actions.
Generate, analyze, and present integration and test metrics, including:
Test coverage
Defect discovery and closure rates
Verification status
Provide regular status updates, technical reports, and problem-resolution briefings to program leadership, management, and external customers.
Coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure timely execution of program milestones and deliverables.
Transition to Operations
Facilitate the transition of integration and test activities to Operations (OPS), ensuring readiness for production, sustainment, and field support.
Partner closely with the Test Development Group to ensure seamless transfer of knowledge, processes, and test assets.
Security, Compliance & Risk Management
Coordinate security and visitor access requirements for government and customer test facilities.
Ensure compliance with all BAE Systems policies, procedures, and quality standards.
Enforce critical safety, security, calibration, and configuration management processes.
Quality & Process Excellence
Ensure integration and test activities comply with established engineering processes and best practices.
Promote disciplined execution of verification methodologies.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance testing efficiency, effectiveness, and product quality.
Required Competencies
Strong leadership and team-development skills.
Expertise in systems integration and verification testing.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Engineering, Mathematics or Computer Science
Experience: Minimum of 6 years of experience in systems integration and verification testing. Experience with the development and testing of Electronic Warfare systems
Strong understanding of testing methodologies, techniques, and tools.
Experience developing and executing comprehensive test strategies and plans.
Familiarity with requirements management and testability concepts.
Experience leading development of Electronic Warfare, RADAR, Communications, and/or Missile systems Experience with EW and/or Radar and Missile System
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team of engineers.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Possess an Active US Government SECRET clearance or higher
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor’s or Master’s of Science degree in electrical engineering or computer science/engineering
Experience leading integration and verification of Electronic Warfare, RADAR, Communications, and/or Missile systems Experience with EW and/or Radar and Missile Systems
Experience with rapid, iterative, and agile development processes & tools
General knowledge of MBSE methodologies to facilitate adoption within agile development environment
Experience with government contracting and compliance requirements is a plus
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $128831 - $219012
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 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.
