Sentinel Post Boost Senior Aerospace/Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

The Opportunity
Join BAE Systems' Air & Space Force Solutions and be part of a diverse and enthusiastic team who solves some of the world's most complex technical challenges. Contributing day-to-day for the Hill Air Force Base BAE team is refreshing, and the flexibility in the work week is unmatched. For the sixth consecutive year, BAE was named among the Salt Lake Tribune's "Top Workplaces," by its employees, earning special distinction for providing a healthy work-life balance for our valued employees. We work very hard to ensure this is a great place to work!
There is never a dull moment on this strategic effort, a cornerstone for the nation’s security. The LGM-35A Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Program will completely replace the aging Minuteman III (MMIII) ICBM, an undertaking not performed in over 50 years. This program is considered a “mega-project” and one of the most complex in the history of the Department of Defense. The new ICBM weapon system acquisition effort brings with it the newest digital engineering tools and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices to meet existing warfighter requirements, while having the adaptability and flexibility to affordably address changing technology and threat environments through 2075. As part of the U.S. Air Force's Integration Support Contract (ISC), BAE Systems provides advisory and assistance services in the areas of engineering, logistics, management, scientific analysis, and other subject matter expertise to augment and optimize management of the Sentinel ICBM Prime Contractor.
What We Offer:

• A challenging and rewarding opportunity to shape the development and deployment of the next generation intercontinental ballistic missile
• A high-performance, high-morale workplace
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and dynamic team environment
  

The Location
Why Utah? You’ve got to see it to believe it! Utah is an amazing state with diverse geography, a unique culture, and an exceptional quality of life. We are located north of Salt Lake City at the foot of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. The area offers an incredible range of outdoors pursuits across the seasons including hiking, climbing, hunting, fishing, camping, boating, mountain biking, and world-class skiing at resorts that hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics. The state is home to five amazing National Parks and an easy drive from two more: Grand Teton and Yellowstone. The Salt Lake City area offers a vast array of cultural activities and businesses including multiple professional sports teams. It is a western states hub for world class, cutting-edge medical care. The Salt Lake International Airport offers easy, direct access to just about anywhere in the world.
The Role
In this role, you will serve as an integral part of the LGM-35A Sentinel Post Boost Section within the Flight Systems Branch. The Flight Systems Branch plays a critical role within the Sentinel program, focusing on evaluating the design of solid rocket motors, guidance, navigation and control equipment, post-boost liquid propulsion systems, reentry vehicles, and support equipment. BAE is seeking a dynamic and exceptional Systems/Propulsion Engineer to join the Post Boost Attitude Control Module team. As an engineer within this team, you will play a crucial role in providing guidance and oversight throughout the lifecycle of the acquisition process, from planning, development, testing, implementation, delivery, and sustainment. The Post Boost Section collaborates closely with the customer and prime contractor to ensure meticulous alignment with project requirements throughout the design and development phases. The ideal candidate will forge strong partnerships with both our customers and our dedicated team of engineers and project managers. With this team, you will pioneer innovation, conduct risk assessments, assess technical suitability, thoroughly evaluate schedule impacts, and orchestrate activities towards achieving success of the Post Boost Systems.
Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance and oversight throughout the acquisition lifecycle
• Develop and review MBSE architecture products
• Present data and reports to stakeholders
• Collaborate with the customer and internal teams
• Participate in the development of complex systems integration, requirement flow, requirement verification, and interface definition

Who You Are
An experienced Systems or Aerospace/Mechanical Engineer ready to contribute in a fast-paced environment. You must possess high energy and be comfortable working with changing priorities. A sample of traits required:

• You are a collaborator/leader, love working with a team, and give/receive input effectively
• You constantly ask questions and love learning
• You are customer-oriented and always try to anticipate customer needs and work to exceed expectations
• You accept the customer may not chose the course of action you provide
• You are detail-oriented and live for deep dives
• You are team-oriented and are more interested in getting the job done right than who gets the credit

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree or higher in STEM Field or equivalent
• The ability to achieve and maintain a US DoD Secret security clearance
• Must be eligible for Special Access Program (SAP) clearance
• 7 years of experience in an engineering role (5 years with master’s degree)
• Experience with aerospace/liquid propulsion systems
• Proficiency with requirements decomposition concepts and tools
• Familiarity with relationship traceability in digital architectures
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, evaluate alternatives and implement solutions
• Adaptability and resilience in managing project complexities and navigating challenges that arise during execution.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines while maintaining quality standards
• Possess a willingness to learn while also sharing your current knowledge/skills
• Possesses both strategic thinking skills and tactical execution skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Strong presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate project status, updates, and key decisions to stakeholders through presentations, meeting, or reports
• Strong interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution, negotiation, and collaboration, to foster teamwork and build positive relationships with team members and stakeholders
• Experience with engineering/MBSE modeling tools, e.g., DOORS, SysML, MATLAB, Cameo, Jira
• ICBM Weapon System experience
• Experience with DoD acquisition programs

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $ - $
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 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.