Hardware Lead (Sign on Bonus)

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a senior technical leader to assist in leading advanced program pursuits in a Hardware Lead role. In this exciting role you will be assisting and leading a group of highly skilled electrical, computer and mechanical engineers. In this Hardware leadership role, you will be part of the Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions team, which provides next-generation threat detection and countermeasure solutions that provide unparalleled electronic warfare capabilities to enhance mission survivability. In this position you will both assist and assume critical ownership of technical, cost, schedule, and program execution. If you are seeking advancement, this is your opportunity to grow, lead, and to provide your enthusiasm and expertise to a multi-disciplined team focused on We Protect Those Who Protect Us.

From our southern NH campus of facilities, we are looking for candidates who share our passion in developing first-of-its-kind technologies and equipment to protect our warfighters on all fronts. You will be joining an inclusive Agile engineering team at a dynamic company that values technical excellence. At BAE Systems, we value our cultural principles by providing a heathy work environment in pursuit of developing and producing worlds most advanced electronics, spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow.

The selected candidate will apply their leadership skills in program execution to support our Design it Right initiative for a variety of complex defense products and technologies. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to acquire product knowledge and advance their growing management skills on innovative technology. On top of numerous diverse and challenging career opportunities, BAE offers flexible schedules (including every other Friday off), competitive compensation, and an excellent benefit package that includes tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees. With a flexible work environment including a 9/80 work schedule and competitive benefits, come join us today and see the opportunities in store for you!

The duties assigned to this senior engineering position will include the following:
Leading multi-discipline, state-of-the-art hardware teams of 20+ people through the hardware engineering design and development
Employing your expertise, decision skills, and independent judgment in technical areas
Leading Design Review activities to achieve program success
Communicating essential information and coordinating with engineering disciplines, Procurement, Operations, and Program Management
Assisting in Developing program schedules, earned value criteria, and productivity metrics for efficient performance
Ensuring the established Hardware Development Process is implemented successfully
Supporting important program capture and proposal teams with hardware baselines that include development and cost/scheduling estimating
Working with Discipline Section Leads to determine program staffing needs and right person/right job

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BSEE or BSME with 8+ commensurate experience leading engineering teams
• Possesses solid technical leadership skills for multi-disciplinary engineering teams engaged in the design and development of state-of-the-art electro-mechanical products
• Ability to lead a team of disciplines that include Mechanical (ME), Electrical (EE), Firmware (EE), Design Drafting (DD)
• Experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring project schedules, budgets, and productivity metrics to ensure efficient team performance
• Experience implementing an established Hardware Engineering design processes to achieve product quality and consistency
• Possesses sound interpersonal communication skills involving interfacing with company personnel, customers, and suppliers
• Ability to develop, implement and lead others to closure design solutions within budget and schedule
• Eligible to obtain a DOD Security Clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Certification for Earned Value Management System (EVMS) project management techniques
• Designing to cost (DTUPC) constraints
• Design for manufacturability
• Experience developing compact embedded systems for harsh environments
• Familiarity with AS9145 compliant processes
• Experience with Electronic Warfare systems, radar systems
• Active Secret Clearance

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $153377 - $260743

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 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.