Principal Systems Engineer

Job Description
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED

This position will report to the Manager of Tactical Solutions Systems and Test Engineering supporting Imaging and Surveillance Programs.

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:

• Exercise a high degree of technical as well as leadership capability and experience in the development of LiDAR components and systems.
• Contribute to system development from initial business development activities through final system test.
• Work with other engineers in a collaborative cross-disciplinary environment to develop and implement LiDAR systems for tactical and or space-based applications designed for science, defense, intelligence, and commercial customers.
• Work with new business development to define top level system architectures, as well as performing detailed systems design and analysis.
• Support development by writing and briefing proposals, responding to RFIs, writing white papers, and participating in proposal reviews.
• Lead teams of engineers during system and sub-system development.
• Participate in and present at technical reviews.
• 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 Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 12 or more years related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of 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.
• Proven technical and leadership experience and strong customer interfacing skills.
• Solid background in systems from initial concept development through delivery.
• Experience in system requirements development, architecture definition, design, assembly and integration, and characterization of completed systems is required.
• Proven track record in delivering results with cost, budget, and schedule constraints for self and others is essential.
• Ability to develop relationships with key customer, program, and engineering personnel from Government and academia.
• Proposal writing experience.
• Awareness of system-level issues and their impacts on system architectures is necessary.
• New business development experience, including successful customer interaction.
• Excellent presentation and writing skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS degree or higher in Engineering, Physics, or related technical field preferred.
• An advanced degree in a related technical field is preferred.
• A current, active Secret security clearance is required.
• A current, active Top Secret security clearance preferred.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $154000 - $194500

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 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.