Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking a Principal Aerospace Engineer for an exciting opportunity developing new capabilities for the Sentinel ICBM weapon system at Hill Air Force Base (AFB), Utah. This position will provide superior engineering support and technical leadership to a large Government acquisition program.

The Next Generation Reentry Capabilities (NGRC) program will design, develop, and produce new payload system suites (reentry vehicles and/or countermeasures). Key next generation payload attributes include enhancements in accuracy, lethality, and ICBM Reentry System/Reentry Vehicle (RS/RV) interoperable operations to counter emerging threats and meet Air Force priorities. Program activities will also include the employment of digital acquisitions through the application of digital engineering, agile software development, and open systems architectures.
A few more specifics regarding this position can be discussed during an interview.

Responsibilities include

• Provide technical advice to Government leaders and engineers.

• Support requirements development, analysis of alternatives, verification and validation activities, and milestone preparation.

• Prepare/review engineering analysis reports and key acquisition documents, including RFP packages.

• Participate in technical interchange meetings, design reviews, program management reviews, certification working groups, and other technical meetings, as required.

• Guide and develop more junior engineering team members.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 12 years of aerospace or mechanical engineering experience or master’s degree in engineering or related field with 10 years of aerospace or mechanical engineering experience.

• 6 years of progressive responsibility in providing technical leadership.

• Experience as an aerospace/mechanical engineer on a missile system or other complex weapon system (especially ACAT I program or ICBM-related experience).

• Pursuant to Government contract, this position requires US citizenship.

  Due to its special-access, classified working environment, this position is only located at Hill AFB, Utah, and is not conducive to telework schedules.

• Ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

The ideal candidate will have most of the following experience:

• Experience as an aerospace/mechanical engineer on a missile system or complex weapon system (especially ACAT I program or ICBM-related experience).

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115110 - $195660
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 Intelligence & Security
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.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
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.