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Senior Principal Systems Engineer

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Patuxent River Estates, MD
130K-222K Annually
Senior level
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Patuxent River Estates, MD
130K-222K Annually
Senior level
The Senior Principal Systems Engineer leads the design, development, and integration of TacMobile systems, overseeing testing and mentoring junior engineers.
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Job Description
About the Role:
BAE Systems is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Principal Systems Engineer to join our Tactical Mobile (TacMobile) Systems team. As a key member of our team, you will support the sustainment of existing fielded configurations and develop and field future capabilities for TacMobile sites, serving USN and FMS customers.
Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership:
  • Lead system design, development, and engineering of TacMobile systems and subsystems
  • Conduct system architecture design, component selection, and integration planning
  • Provide technical guidance to engineering teams

Engineering and Testing:
  • Oversee integration, testing, and evaluation of TacMobile systems
  • Conduct performance testing and analysis to validate system performance
  • Prepare detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and engineering reports

Communication and Collaboration:
  • Provide regular progress reports and presentations to program management and stakeholders
  • Communicate technical concepts and findings effectively to non-technical stakeholders and decision-makers
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve program objectives

Risk Management and Mentorship:
  • Identify technical risks and vulnerabilities associated with TacMobile systems
  • Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies
  • Mentor junior engineers and scientists to enhance their skills and capabilities

What We Offer:
  • Limited relocation assistance for qualified candidates
  • Opportunity to work in a scenic and historic location
  • Collaborative and high-performing work environment

Requirements:
  • Currently residing in or willing to relocate to St. Mary's County, Maryland or surrounding areas
  • Relevant experience and skills in systems engineering and development

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
The successful candidate must have:
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline to include but not limited to aerospace, computer, electrical, mechanical, software, or systems engineering.
  • Ten (10) years of experience in support of Command & Control (C2) and/or Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Platforms to include: Technology Analysis and Assessment, Design Definition, Development of Systems Specifications, Systems Analysis, Systems Architecture, Systems/Equipment Integration, Test & Evaluation Criteria, and Logistics support. Note: Experience may be concurrent.
  • Experience with Digital Engineering and be well versed in Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) employment.
  • Experience leading the development of Command and Control, Communications, Computing, Combat, or ISR systems/equipment for DoD applications.
  • Working knowledge of project planning and management.
  • Excellent cognitive, communication (written and spoken), and interpersonal skills, briefing and providing reports to executive-level leaders.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Master's degree preferred.
  • TacMobile experience.
  • Experience with Cameo MBSE tool and IBM Rational Concert Suite preferred.
  • Professional Engineer License.
  • Experience with Foreign Military Sales and Foreign Disclosure requirements.
  • Familiarity with ITAR and Export Control.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $130355 - $221603
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.

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Ibm Rational Concert Suite
Model Based Systems Engineering (Mbse)

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