Job Description

Job Description

FAST Labs™ is a world-class research and microelectronics production organization. Our vision, we secure the future through fearless innovation, fuels our curiosity, and propels our teams to take on ‘never been done before’ challenges. We believe how we work is just as important as what we work on, and we are guided by three key principles: We are one team who embraces the power of learning, collaboration, and inclusion; We innovate for impact; and Our innovation is multidimensional.

Sitting at the heart of BAE Systems Electronic Systems (ES), FAST Labs defines the next generation of technology across ES’s defense and commercial portfolios. We seek to turn groundbreaking research into real-life impact for our customers, as we develop advanced capabilities in advanced electronics, sensors and processing, AI, autonomy, RF, EO/IR, cyber, and more. We value internal and external partnerships and collaborate across a broad innovation ecosystem that includes DoD/IC/OGA labs and research teams, universities, small businesses, and venture firms/accelerators – all in service of developing and rapidly fielding advanced technologies to enable our nation’s warfighting mission needs. In the advanced electronics domain, we further the mission by developing and delivering some of the most advanced products that provide the warfighter with a competitive advantage against our adversaries.

The MAX Technology Area Director (TAD) is responsible for the execution and growth of a portfolio of technologies and programs that research and develop RF/cyber capabilities for the DoW.

The Technology Area Director is responsible for the management of a portfolio of programs within the MAX area.  This management includes:

• Development, growth, and execution of the portfolio strategy to grow R&D pipeline while transitioning matured technologies to business areas
• Aligning and facilitating transition of capabilities into Electronic Systems Business Areas
• Executing the portfolio of programs with a multi-disciplinary cross-functional team
• Aligning external customer goals with internal business expectations for successful delivery of business salients
• Mentor and grow junior technology development managers and scientists
• Ensuring “how” we work is aligned with A3 cultural principals of Inclusion, Balance, and Continual Improvement

This position reports to directly to the A3 Product Line Director and is based out of our Merrimack, NH facility, though it will require collaboration with staff across our business areas and facilities in the Northeast. Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time. 

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status and eligibility to obtain a US security clearance.

Key aspects of this role:

• Accountable for all aspects of project initiation, planning and execution (cost, schedule, technical performance, quality, customer engagement, etc.) and ensuring integrated project team commitments are met.
• Responsible and accountable to the Business for program execution, profitability, timeliness, and overall success. Makes decisions that are cost effective to the company and ensures assigned projects meet financial commitments for orders, sales, profit and cash flow.
• An understanding of life cycle management
• Knowledge of defense contract types
• Strong communication skills both internal and customer facing

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

• Typically, a bachelor’s degree with greater than 12 years of professional experience, or a master’s degree and greater than 10 years of professional experience or a Doctorate and greater than 8 years of professional experience.
• Active DoD Secret clearance with ability to attain DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• Strong desire to collaborate with internal/external customers to improve proliferation of technology.
• Experience providing technical and management leadership to a diverse team of scientists, engineers, and managers.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience capturing and leading projects at the cutting edge of technology.
• Ability to define, propose, and lead independent research and development.
• Demonstrable entrepreneurial drive.
• Business development / program capture experience

About BAE Systems, Inc.

BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

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.