Job Description

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We are looking for a Model Based Engineering (MBE) Director in the Electronic Systems (ES) sector' US Defense organization. This role is responsible for setting the MBE and Digital Engineering (DE) vision and strategy for the ES Sector and responsible for all aspects of Model Based Systems Engineering's performance in support of US Defense business areas, including the application of MBE processes, tools, talent acquisition, talent development, and program performance. You will be responsible for building and leading a team of MBSE experts, ~60 engineers strong, who support 1300+ Systems Engineers as they transition to MBE. You will lead a borderless organization through a digital transformation that embraces model-based engineering, digital threads, DevSecOps, and agile development, and aligns with the ES engineering organization. Specific responsibilities include:

Provide the vision and strategy to develop and maintain a high-performing organization.
Guide organizational transformation to embrace and execute model-based engineering methods and tools.
Partner with the Functional Discipline Directors (DD) and Business Area Engineering Directors (BAEDs) to ensure model based engineering business objectives are achieved.
Attract and retain high-potential employees to support the business; resolve resource / staffing issues.
Identify and develop critical MBE skills required to meet business objectives.
Meet financial objectives (indirect expenses and labor utilization).
Develop strategies for improving and optimizing organizational performance.
Develop and maintain measures related to performance, quality and affordability of MBE solutions and lead adoption and continuous improvement activities.
Establish goals and standards of performance, create budgets, staffing plans, and short and long-term strategic roadmaps/plans.
Understand industry trends and best practices to ensure BAE Systems develops and maintains the capabilities required to provide technical discriminators.

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.

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 take pride in important work-life balance initiatives including every other Friday Off, Flextime, and Telecommuting. 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.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

BS in Engineering with a minimum of 15 years of related DoD engineering leadership roles
Active Top Secret Clearance
Demonstrated technical leadership and Model-Based Engineering (MBE) expertise
Ability to formulate a strategic vision, define and implement action plans to achieve goals in a changing environment
Sound understanding of Systems Engineering processes and Lifecycle Management (LCM) Framework and LCM reviews.
Proven track record of developing high performance teams and affecting organization change
US Citizenship and ability to be granted a Top Secret security clearance by the Federal Government
Strong collaboration, integration, communication and leadership skills including effective written, verbal, and listening skills
New Business strategy and business development experience including supporting proposal efforts

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Current DoD TS/SCI clearance
MS in Engineering, Computer Science, Math or Physics
Modelling Simulation Visualization and Analysis (MSVA) experience
Understanding of government policies and practices for Model-Based Engineering
Experience with Agile Development practices for planning, executing, and delivering capability
Demonstrated experience managing multiple development programs with competing/conflicting resource requirements
Proficient in Systems Engineering tools including DOORS, MagicDraw/Cameo, EASparx, Rhapsody and/or MATLAB
Understands the UML and SysML model
Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex problems

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $169630 - $288370

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 Electronic 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.