Job Description
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED
Join the Payload Systems Engineering team as a Payload Systems Project Engineer! In this role, you will work with a cross-functional team in the design, fabrication, test, and integration of space-based payload systems.
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:

• Work with a team to deliver on project cost, schedule, and technical requirements.
• Provide and communicate understanding of both the technical and programmatic aspects of a project to the project team.
• System Engineering cost account manager - This position is 70% management and 30% technical. Provide team leadership, communication, and coordination.
• Ensure staffing levels are met by communicating with appropriate functional management organizations.
• Assess risk and make risk-based decisions throughout project lifecycle to ensure project objectives are met.
• Lead and set expectations to prepare the team for major program reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, PSR).
• Prepare and give presentations to peers, management, and/or customers.
• 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 three or more 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 8 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.
• A current, active TS/SCI security clearance is required. Working understanding of cost and schedule management with some practical experience with earned value tracking and forecasting.
• Working knowledge of requirements that lead to “flight space qualified” payloads.
• Demonstrated results leading development teams to meet cost, schedule, and performance goals.
• Knowledge of the lifecycle of development for electrical engineering projects from start to finish.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and conflict management skills, excellent communication skills, and an ability to lead group discussions.
• Effective presentation skills with experience presenting technical results to senior customers and technical reviewers.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a geographically diverse team.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $137500 - $173500
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.