Chief Systems Engineer - Principal Spacecraft Systems Engineer
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Boulder
Posted on: May 3, 2024
Job Description:
Job Description US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED#LI-SH1In this position,
you will lead the space vehicle engineering team through
development, test and delivery of highly capable space systems. The
Space Vehicle Lead is responsible to ensure the company delivers a
system that is fully compliant to our customers' technical
performance specifications and meets their mission needs.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:
- As the Space Vehicle Chief Engineer on a program, you are the
primary technical representative to company program office,
external customers, and partners which may include payload, launch
and ground systems providers.
- Develop and manage the space vehicle technical baseline.
- Lead preparation and execution of major design and readiness
reviews.
- Develop cost and schedule baseline for system engineering
activity and capable of performing responsibilities of the cost
account manager (CAM) for system engineering.
- Provide leadership to the system engineer staff generating
engineering documents including specifications, interface control
documents, and test plans.
- Work in a dynamic environment with multiple working groups,
interfaces and all spacecraft subsystems.
- Responsible for providing direction and prioritization to the
space vehicle team.
- Lead and guide mission and space vehicle level trade studies
and analysis - balancing technical performance, cost and risk.
- Technical authority for risk assessment and anomaly resolution
during both I&T and on-orbit operations.
- Participate in writing proposals and creating and delivering
presentations.
- Develop and coach systems engineers on the space vehicle
team.
- 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 12 or more years related experience.
- Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Master's Degree or
Ph.D., may substitute for two years of related 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 CI Polygraph security clearance is
required.
- Proven success as a technical team lead with experience in all
phases of execution of a space hardware program.
- Exceptional communication skills, excellent presentation
skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to effectively lead
group discussions, ability to set priorities and delegate as
required to meet all objectives.Preferred Education, Experience, &
Skills
- Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) - CAM
experience.Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $154000 -
$194500Please 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
Space & Mission Systems 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.Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission
Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space
applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical
systems for the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and
scientific communities. We continually pioneer ways to innovate
spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense
and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an
unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable
our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what
matters most.BAE Systems is committed to hiring and retaining a
diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity
Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,
marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability,
or any other protected class.
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