Job Description
FAST Labs is a world-class research organization. Our vision, We secure the future through fearless innovation, fuels our curiosity and propels our technical teams to take on 'never been done before' challenges. FAST Labs advances science, develops technology, and delivers microelectronics products to solve the toughest challenges for our defense and commercial customers. FAST Labs defines the next generation of technology across BAE Systems' Electronic Systems (ES) sector. We value internal and external partnerships and collaborate across a broad innovation ecosystem that includes DoD/IC/OGA labs and research teams, universities, small businesses and venture firms/accelerators - all in service of developing advanced technologies to enable our nation's warfighting mission needs.

We are looking for a senior director to lead the FAST Labs Software & Systems Engineering organization. This highly visible, senior director level position responsible for all aspects of Software & Systems Engineering performance including the application of engineering processes and tools, talent acquisition, talent development and program performance. You will lead a large (130+) organization through a digital transformation that embraces model-based engineering, DevSecOps and agile development and aligned with the direction of the overarching BAE Systems engineering organization.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

Lead and grow a best-in-class team of software and systems engineers that deliver excellent results
Cultivate engineering and operational excellence through best practices, agile practices, metrics and continuous learning
Partner with the other business area leaders to ensure business objectives and strategy are achieved
Attract, retain and grow senior managers and engineering talent to support the business
Identify, maintain, and develop key skills required to meet business objectives in support of multi-year strategy.
Develop and lead continuous improvement activities and ensure adoption within the organization.
Establish goals and standards of performance, create budgets, staffing plans, and short and long-term strategic roadmaps/plans.
Understand industry trends and best practices to ensure BAE Systems develops and maintains the capabilities required to provide technical discriminators.
Provide technical leadership, leverage and apply modern SW and Systems development technologies (LLMs, Kubernetes, MBSE, Cloud computing, etc), and lead enterprise wide initiatives
Perform duties as assigned to support shifting business dynamics

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

A Bachelor's Degree in engineering with a minimum of 12 years of engineering management experience.
Active DoD Secret clearance with ability to obtain a TS/SCI
Proven track record of increasing responsibilities in managing organizations of significant complexities, including managing software development projects
Strong technical background in software or systems engineerin

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Thorough knowledge of DoD R&D approaches and organizations
Proven ability to lead a diverse organization across multiple sites
Knowledge of and experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
Proven ability to lead Agile, DevSecOps and digital transformation initiatives
Active TS/SCI clearance

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $164000 - $278800

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.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.