Manager I - Engineering - Precision Optical Manufacturing

About the Role

Lead the BAE Systems Space & Missions System (SMS) Grating Technology Center (GTC), responsible for the maintenance, operation, and growth of the optical manufacturing product line. Serve as a key contributor to E/O payloads, the Optical Engineering department, and the Engineering, Science, and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit—a collaborative, cross-functional team delivering high-impact discriminating technologies for customer missions.

Responsibilities

• Manage the manufacturing area responsible for providing flight gratings.
• Maintain the existing product line, incorporating continuous improvement into the process.
• Collaborate with Optical Architects and Capture Managers to meet future and next-generation payload designs.
• Own and implement the technology roadmap to increase manufacturing technology capabilities.
• Manage the GTC budget, schedule, and staff.
• Participate in design reviews, present findings, and provide input to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Contribute to proposal development, respond to RFIs, and participate in program lifecycle reviews.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units, and the Company.
• Interact appropriately with others to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Work Environment

• On-site work required: five days per week at the primary work location.
• Travel and local commute between company campuses and other non-company locations may be required.
• Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, 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.

Requirements

• BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field, plus 8 or more years of related experience. Each higher-level degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from an accredited institution recognized by the US Secretary of Education or US Department of Education.
• Current, active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• 5+ years of technical leadership.
• Cost and schedule management and ownership.
• Basic understanding of Mechanical/Mechanisms, Optical, Controls, Electrical, and Materials and Processes engineering disciplines.
• Leadership skills to inspire and connect with team members, customers, and subject matter experts.
• Interpersonal skills to foster relationships with Program Management, other program team leaders, and on-site customers.
• Presentation skills to formally communicate with Program Management, Executive Leadership, and Customers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Mastery of 2+ of the following engineering disciplines: Mechanical/Mechanisms, Optical, Controls, Electrical, and Materials and Processes.
• 5+ years of payload hardware Assembly, Integration, and Test experience.
• Experience mentoring engineers at all experience levels.
• Track record of career growth for Engineers and Technicians.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Pay

Full-Time Salary Range: $132,962 – $226,035. Individual salaries are determined by factors including business considerations, local market conditions, internal equity, and candidate qualifications such as skills, education, and experience.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings accounts.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Disability, life, and accident insurance.
• Employee assistance program and legal plan.
• Paid time off, holidays, and other leave programs (e.g., paid parental, military, bereavement, federal/state sick leave).
• Company recognition program with monetary or non-monetary awards.
• Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Other incentives may be available based on position level and job specifics.