ISC Reentry System / Reentry Vehicle Engineer

Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking an exceptional Aerospace/Mechanical engineer to join the Reentry System/Reentry Vehicle (RS/RV) Branch within the Flight Systems IPT, supporting the Air Force's acquisition of the LGM-35A Sentinel, the nation's next-generation ICBM. As a engineer within this team, you will play a crucial role in providing guidance and oversight throughout the lifecycle of the acquisition process, from planning, development, testing, implementation, delivery, and sustainment. The RS/RV Branch collaborates closely with the customer and prime contractor to ensure meticulous alignment with project requirements throughout the design and development phases. The ideal candidate will forge strong partnerships with both our customers and our dedicated team of engineers and project managers. With this team, you will pioneer innovation, conduct risk assessments, assess technical suitability, thoroughly evaluate schedule impacts, and orchestrate activities towards achieving success of the RS/RV Systems.
This position 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 opportunity to shape the development and deployment of the next generation ICBM, the national security backbone of our nuclear deterrent capability.

Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance and oversight throughout the acquisition lifecycle.

• Develop and review MBSE architecture products.

• Review RV design, production and testing including flight testing.

• Present data and reports to stakeholders.

• Collaborate with the customer and internal teams.

• Participate in the development of complex systems integration, requirement flow, requirement verification, and interface definition.

Who You Are
An experienced Principal Aerospace/Mechanical Engineer ready to contribute in a fast-paced environment. You must possess high energy and be comfortable working with changing priorities. A sample of traits required:

• You are a collaborator/leader, love working with a team, and give/receive input effectively.

• You constantly ask questions and love learning.

• You are customer-oriented and always try to anticipate customer needs and work to exceed expectations.

• You accept the customer may not chose the course of action you provide.

• You are detail-oriented and able to deep dive a topic/system.

• You are team-oriented and are more interested in getting the job done right than who gets the credit.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in STEM Field or equivalent.

• The ability to achieve and maintain a US DoD Top Secret security clearance.

• Must be eligible for Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.

• 12 years of experience in an engineering role (10 years with master’s degree).

• Experience with Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis including development and assessment.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, evaluate alternatives and implement solutions.

• Adaptability and resilience in managing project complexities and navigating challenges that arise during execution.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines while maintaining quality standards.

• Possess a willingness to learn while also sharing your current knowledge/skills.

• Values innovative approaches, brainstorming and changing the status quo.

• Possesses both strategic thinking skills and tactical execution skills.

  
  

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master’s degree.

• Experience with engineering/MBSE modeling tools, e.g., DOORS, SysML, MATLAB, Cameo, Jira.

• ICBM Weapon System experience.

• Experience with DoD acquisition programs.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $133333 - $226667

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.