Job Description

Job Description

Join the Space Vehicle Engineering team – a group of motivated problem solvers. We like to have fun and enjoy life - both at work, and in our free time. We're excited about the challenging projects we're involved in and have a commitment to the missions we enable. Offering growth opportunities at all levels of skill and experience, we're looking for leaders and innovators who can continue our reputation for creativity and technical excellence, while helping to define the future.

In this position, you will lead the Space Vehicle or Spacecraft Engineering team through development, test and delivery of highly capable space systems. You will support the Chief Engineer or Lead Systems Engineer ensuring the company delivers a system that meets our customers’ technical performance specifications and their mission needs. It is preferred to have a Spacecraft Systems Engineer with a background in either systems engineering or any of the spacecraft subsystem areas (Thermal, ADCS, EPDS, CDH, Telecomm, FSW, Structures, Mechanisms, Simulators, Fault Management, Propulsion) to help maintain the BAE Spacecraft Product Line and support business development activities.
This is a challenging, fast-paced job which will be exciting and highly gratifying for the successful candidate.

Make a difference. Love what you do. Realize your full potential.

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 a Space Vehicle Engineer on a program, you are a technical representative to BAE SMS’s program office, external customers, and partners which may include payload, launch and ground systems providers.
• Interface with and support the program chief engineer.
• Provide support to manage the space vehicle or Bus technical baseline.
• Lead preparation and execution of major design and readiness reviews.
• 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.
• Oversee and Guide the Architecture and Design team in:
  • Developing and utilizing technical trades studies to define the system architecture.
  • Utilizing Model Based Systems Engineering tools and processes to develop and document the system architecture, interfaces, and CONOPS.
  • Trading technical performance options and impacts.
  • Defining System CONOPS.
• Participate in writing proposals and creating and delivering presentations.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• 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.

 

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.

 

• 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 Skills and Education

• BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required, plus 6 or more years related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of 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.
• Proven success as a technical team lead with experience in all phases of execution of a space hardware program.
• Exceptional communication skills, presentation skills, proficient 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.

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A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access. 

Preferred Skills and Education

• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) - CAM experience.
• Model-Based Systems Engineering expertise is highly desirable.
• Possession of a current TS/SCI clearance or able to retain one once hired.
• Technical Vision: Provides strategic technical direction and drives innovation.
• Collaborative Leadership: Fosters open communication, transparency, and teamwork.
• Risk Management: Identifies and mitigates complex technical and programmatic risks.
• Talent Development: Prioritizes team growth, well-being, and performance.

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience

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 government and commercial customers. 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.

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.

Multiple positions may be available on this opening.