Mechanical Engineering Manager / Section Lead
BAE Systems is seeking a mechanical engineering section leader to join our Electro-Optical Infrared (EO/IR) Capability Group (CG). This group comprises a team of expert Optical, Electro-Optical, and Laser specialists dedicated to developing innovative hardware solutions that drive the success of our program portfolio.
About the role
As a section lead and technical manager, you will ensure technical excellence, foster a culture of innovation, and lead the development of subject matter experts. You will optimize resources, advance the state-of-the-art in EO/IR hardware development, and ensure the mechanical engineering group's capabilities align with product line and business area roadmaps. This role is a dual role where you balance team management and individual technical contributions.
Responsibilities
Section/People Manager
- Shape the future of mechanical and opto-mechanical engineering to optimize performance
- Recruit, retain, train, recognize, and develop mechanical and opto-mechanical engineers to achieve their highest potential in alignment with business needs
- Assign team members to programs, IRADs, and proposals
- Develop individual and group goals and objectives
- Communicate flow-down company, business area, and discipline information
- Mentor careers by developing career and training plans
- Ensure team members adhere to BAE Systems' cultural principles, policies, and vision
- Ensure the established Development Process is implemented successfully
- Work with other Discipline Section Leads to determine program staffing needs and ensure the "right person/right job" placement
Technical Contributor
- Work on one or more programs applying engineering skills to the entire product lifecycle
- Engage in roles such as product capture and proposals, product design, conducting and leading design reviews, verification or integration, trade studies, and product build support
- Develop EO/IR technology, products, and solutions
- Expand existing skills and develop new ones aligned with career goals and company needs
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or advanced degree in Engineering, Physics, or related discipline
- Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in mechanical, opto-mechanical, and EO/IR systems, leadership, and strategic management
- Experience developing DoD systems
- Technical team leadership and strong people management skills
- Strong collaboration skills within engineering and across disciplines
- Able to lead a team and adapt to changes effectively
- Able to obtain DoD Secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
- Active DoD Secret security clearance
Pay
Full-Time Salary Range: $149,603 - $254,317. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications such as skills, education, and experience.
Benefits
Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health savings accounts
- 401(k) savings plan
- Disability coverage
- Life and accident insurance
- Employee assistance program and legal plan
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and other types of leave including paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal and state sick leave
- Employee recognition program with monetary or non-monetary awards
- Other incentives based on position level and job specifics
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace, and security company delivering products and services for air, land, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions, and customer support services. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind game-changing defense and commercial electronics, pushing the limits of technology to give customers a competitive edge. Our products and capabilities span from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space, with over 14,000 employees driving impactful innovation.