Job Description

We are seeking a high-performing Team Leader with specialized experience in Support Equipment (SE) and Joint Structural Repair Development (JSRD) technical authoring. The successful candidate will make critical contributions to the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) program by supervising a team of technical professionals and directly authoring data modules for F-35 Lightning II systems and subsystems. This role balances technical expertise in JSRD data development with personnel management and program oversight to ensure all contractual obligations are met with accuracy and timeliness.
Primary Responsibilities
Leadership & Personnel Management

Supervise a team of technical authors, overseeing initial hiring, orientation, training, and daily work assignments.
Schedule and assign technical data modules to team members based on priority and expertise.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to ensure the professional growth of the authoring team.

Technical Authoring & Peer Review

Author and develop SE and JSRD data modules for F-35 systems and subsystems.
Perform peer reviews and edit technical data to ensure adherence to program standards.
Review and process Action Requests and Joint Technical Data (JTD) change requests.
Provide subject matter expertise specifically in JSRD data development.

Program Support & Integration

Coordinate and integrate efforts with internal team partners and external customers.
Support auxiliary functions including technical publications, document control, database management, and scheduling of priority data sets.
Assist upper management in identifying new business opportunities and defining program requirements.
Ensure all JSRD and SE contractual obligations are completed thoroughly and on schedule.

Required Skills and Education

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree and 4 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent professional experience.
Technical Experience:
- Proven experience in aviation maintenance.
- Direct experience with the F-35 JSF program.
- Proficiency in Vista authoring, specifically regarding SE and JSRD data modules.

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.

Preferred Skills and Education

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Business Asset Management (BAM).
Experience with Ground Support Equipment and Sustainment Solutions (GSESS).

Typical Education and Experience

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