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Job Description
It's about the journey. Whether it's a bus ride or flight, our commercial electronic systems help transport millions of passengers every day. Every second a plane takes off somewhere in the world, enabled by our flight-critical products. On the ground, our electric and hybrid solutions save more than 22 million gallons of fuel per year. Be part of our journey at Electronic Systems where you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the industry's most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Innovate For Those Who Move The WorldTM.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.
In Power & Propulsion Solutions, we're involved with everything from providing efficient, power management on military vehicles to developing eco-friendly, hybrid and electric systems for the commercial world. Be part of a team that is helping to keep the air we breathe much cleaner.
The Product Realization Group (PRG) leader will be the primary engineering leader for our Power & Propulsion Solutions business focusing on program execution, improvement delivery (bottom line) and new business growth. This leadership position is delegated engineering authority and provides engineering leadership for the assigned product family/families during all life-cycle phases (strategy, new business, development, production and through life support).
• Neutral representation of all engineering design disciplines while integrating them to meet the needs of the business
• Accountable to meet the overall cost, schedule and technical performance of the integrated engineering teams for all projects within PRG through their entire life cycle
• Design responsibility for all products in the Product Family, integrating architects, subject matter experts, project technical engineering leads and discipline engineers into cohesive product development teams, addressing all aspects of the product life cycle
• In collaboration with program management, business development and the Technology & Capability Lead, prepare, integrate, communicate and deliver Product Roadmaps that sustain and grow the business
• Identify and support the development of critical skills and resources for the PRG
• Ensure preparation and approval of competitive engineering bids that are executable, meet established price-to-win targets, and grow the business
• Identify develop & sustain critical skills and resources
• Improve processes and skills that support program performance
• Provide timely and accurate staffing and resource forecasts, supporting the efforts of the engineering design disciplines to acquire and satisfy staffing needs
• Overall customer (internal / external) technical POC for product family
As a leader and supervisor the PRG must also:
• Achieve established business and engineering financial targets
• Work borderlessly to solve problems, secure resources, and ensure a culture of affordability, innovation, diversity & inclusion
• Recruit, train, develop and retain PRG teams to meet business needs - balancing employee career aspirations with business needs, and resources
• Perform supervisory duties in alignment with the business, administering communication, performance, compensation and recognition programs in alignment with business needs, values, and budgets
• Assign appropriate Products Technical Leaders to projects
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree and 15 years of experience
• Experience leading teams of engineers with responsibility for cost, schedule, and technical performance
• Proven ability to build and maintain customer relationships
• Hands-on experience in all phases of an engineering development project life cycle
• Depth of technical domain knowledge in an engineering discipline
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred:
- Master's Degree
- 13 years of experience in technical leadership
- Experience in ground transit/automotive industry
- Exposure to multiple product families
- Participation in bid & proposal efforts
- Proven ability to develop engineering talent and motivate others
- Demonstrated success driving engineering process improvements
- Strong communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional stakeholders
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Ability to lead a diverse workforce with a mindset of inclusion
- Experience staffing projects and developing critical skills
- Ability to facilitate a culture of innovation, affordability, and performance
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $147300 - $250400
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.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.
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