FAST Labs Systems Engineering Product Line Discipline Lead

Job Description Join our dynamic team of innovators and shape the future of technology with us. We're on the hunt for curious and driven individuals who thrive in collaborative environments and are passionate about harnessing the power of optical sensing technology to drive meaningful operational impact for our country's warfighters. If you're a creative problem-solver, a lifelong learner, and a team player who is always looking for ways to improve and innovate, we'd love to meet you. Our ideal candidate is someone who is proactive, adaptable, and excited about tackling new challenges head-on. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting your journey, if you're eager to learn, grow, and make a real difference, we want to hear from you.

Cutting-Edge Research and Development Team in FAST Labs
The BAE Systems' FAST Labs team conducts research and development in the following areas to create advanced electronic solutions for the U.S. military. These areas include

• Advanced Electronics
• Autonomy
• Sensors & Processing
• Artificial Intelligence
• Electronic Warfare
• Cyber Operations & Defense

We foster a "what's next" mentality, driving the creation of cutting-edge solutions that address the defense industry's most pressing challenges. Our goal is to deliver game-changing capabilities that enhance situational awareness, accelerate decision-making, and improve operational efficiencies. By pushing the boundaries of what's possible, we're able to provide our warfighters with the strategic advantage they need to succeed. This critical work is core to our mission and reflects our unwavering commitment to "Protect Those Who Protect Us®”.

Join our team as a FAST Labs Systems Engineering Product Line Discipline Lead (PLDL)
We are looking for a strong systems engineering Product Line Discipline Lead (PLDL) in our FAST Labs Business Area. As a member of the engineering leadership team interfacing with one of our FAST Labs product lines, you will have the opportunity to team with product line leadership, people managers, program engineering managers, and research scientists to ensure that the systems discipline operates with the latest tools, skills, and technology.

In this role you will be the senior systems engineering technical leader for a FAST Labs product line. You will be the product‑line’s systems engineering partner for bid and proposal work, provide systems engineering expertise, drive program‑level execution, and serve as the primary liaison that aligns staffing resources with product‑line needs. Some other things that you’ll do as a PLDL include:

• Partner with Product Engineering Management (PEM), Functional Managers (FMs), and Business-Area Discipline Leads (BADLs) to identify, prioritize, and fill staffing requirements for the one of our FAST Labs product lines
• Serve as the system engineering subject matter expert for new business capture - influence technical baselines and scope, develop cost estimates, identify technical risks, and suggest mitigation strategies
• Participate in system engineering discipline hiring pipeline activities and competency reviews to ensure critical skills and staff development are in line with product line needs.
• Ensure all product line system research and development activities adhere to an appropriate level of process and are well matched to the scope of the efforts
• Ensure system engineering development activities follow best-practice engineering methods while driving agile process refinements, capture lessons learned, and champion "One-Team" culture across our FAST Labs product lines
• Support development and execution of system engineering discipline and technology roadmaps
• Promote program use of innovative infrastructures such as Model based Engineering, DevSecOps, Agile Methodologies, and AI powered tools as identified by the engineering disciplines and the business area

Work Environment
This role requires 100% on-site work at a BAE Systems facility due to the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and secure access to sensitive information. Occasional domestic travel may be required to support programmatic or technical events.

We believe that a healthy work-life balance is essential to your success and well-being. That's why we prioritize flexibility and support your needs outside of work, so you can thrive in all aspects of your life. At BAE Systems, you'll find a culture that values your contributions, fosters collaboration and innovation, and recognizes the importance of balance and well-being. Join us and discover a career that's both challenging and rewarding, with a purpose that makes a real difference. Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Active DoW Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret, SAP, and SCI
• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline with 10+ years of related experience; OR a master’s degree with 8+ years of experience; OR a PhD degree with 6+ years of experience
• Hands-on experience in system engineering activities including concept development, architecture definition, requirements allocation, laboratory integration, and field testing.
• Experience in systems engineering leadership positions
• Experience supporting business development activities, including proposal development and generation of engineering cost and schedule estimates.
• Proven ability to build, lead, and motivate high-performing technical teams.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex technical information both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in cross-functional collaboration and customer engagement.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Active DoW Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SAP and SCI
• Expertise in one or more of these critical areas:
  • RF System Architecture and Design: Definition, design, and analysis of RF front-ends, including antennas, LNAs, mixers, and ADCs for radar, EW, or communication applications.
  • Signal Processing: Analyzing, modifying, and synthesizing signals to extract, enhance, and interpret information.
  • Algorithm Development and Implementation: Translate algorithms from initial concepts through design, modeling, simulation and verification.
  • EO/IR Imaging: Design, integration, and calibrate state-of-the-art EO/IR cameras, hyperspectral imagers, and LiDAR for DoW applications.
• Experience with modern engineering techniques, such as DevSecOps and Model-Based Engineering
• Experience in systems engineering functional management
• Experience in engineering management or project leadership
• Current or recent experience with FAST Lab Product Line efforts

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317

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.

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.