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Sr Systems Engineer - Advanced Planning

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
Clearfield, UT Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026

Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to lead systems engineering efforts supporting Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) and advanced aerospace system development, acquisition, and sustainment efforts. This role directly supports US Air Force integration of next-generation technologies and requires a technical leader capable of guiding complex system design, integration, and testing across multiple stakeholders.

In this role, the Senior Systems Engineer will lead and coordinate systems engineering activities supporting the next-generation ICBM (LGM-35A Sentinel) and related modernization efforts. Responsibilities include integrating efforts across the ICBM enterprise, advising program stakeholders, and ensuring system readiness and deployment across government and contractor organizations.

The candidate will operate in an organizational culture that develops and challenges employees to achieve high performance in a fast-paced, high-morale workplace using streamlined management policies and procedures. It is a challenging and rewarding position with growth opportunity, backed by, and integrated with the broad technology-related capabilities of BAE Systems, Inc. as one of the top 10 DoD contractors. You will provide contributions that will shape the development and deployment of the US Air Force’s next-generation ICBM and support similar efforts to integrate aerospace systems engineering, integration, and test capabilities within the ICBM Directorate and within BAE Systems’ broad DoD customer base.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and coordinate systems engineering activities supporting ICBM and advanced aerospace system development, acquisition, and sustainment efforts
  • Integrate efforts across the ICBM enterprise, advise program stakeholders, and ensure system readiness and deployment
  • Develop and implement complex system design, integration, and testing strategies across multiple stakeholders
  • Collaborate with government customers to identify and mitigate program risks

    What We Offer:

    • A challenging and rewarding position with growth opportunity
    • A fast-paced, high-morale workplace with streamlined management policies and procedures
    • The opportunity to work on a national security-critical weapon system
    • A unique chance to shape the development and deployment of the US Air Force’s next-generation ICBM
    • A great place to work, with a positive culture and mission focus

    Location:

    • Hill Air Force Base, Utah

    Why BAE Systems?

    • The third largest defense contractor in the world with an exceptional, mission-focused culture
    • A “Top Workplace” in Utah for seven consecutive years
    • A healthy work-life balance for our valued employees
    • Opportunities for outdoor pursuits and cultural activities in a beautiful state with a high quality of life

    Pursuant to Government contract, this position requires US Citizenship status.



Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • BS/MS in Engineering, Computer Science, Software, Mathematics, or Physics
  • 7 years (5 years with MS degree) of progressive experience in systems integration and analysis of military hardware and software systems/processes
  • 2 years of experience leading system design, integration, and analytical efforts
  • At least 3 years of progressive responsibility in providing technical leadership
  • Active U.S. Government Secret clearance with a background investigation completed < 6 years prior to hiring


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

o Experiencewith Systems Modeling Language (SysML) or Model-Based Systems Engineering(MBSE)

  • Flight test experience
  • Enterprise or program-level system coordination
  • ICBM acquisitions experience
  • Professional Engineering License
  • Active DoD Top Secret Clearance
  • Engineering/Agile tools: Cameo, MATLAB, DOORS, JIRA, Confluence
  • Classified government IT systems
  • Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneNote


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120874 - $205486

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.

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.

Salary : $120,874 - $205,486

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