Job Description
Exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us", BAE Systems' Fast Labs innovates next generation capabilities for the warfighter. Through technology development programs funded by Science and Technology (S&T) /Research & Development (R&D) organizations within the U.S. Department of Defense, our R&D teams fearlessly innovate and collaborate across the enterprise to create game-changing capabilities for the warfighter. On this team, you'll have the opportunity to develop and mature advanced technology capabilities in the areas of cyber and Electronic Warfare (EW).

Through research programs funded by science and technology R&D organizations within the U.S. Department of Defense, the research and development team in FAST Labs collaborate across the enterprise. On this team, you'll have the opportunity to create and develop advanced technology capabilities in the areas of advanced electronics, autonomy, cyber, electronic warfare, and sensors and processing.

About the Role:
Ready to make a difference? BAE Systems is looking for Integration and Test Lead to work as part of a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary team to design, integrate, debug, and test novel RF systems. Focused on delivering innovative solutions, individual technical contributions on a range of Programs will include test planning activities, system integration & test, qualification testing, and test execution in a field deployment environment. Responsibilities may include:

Provide technical oversight to integration & test (I&T) efforts to ensure that the overall I&T program will adequately confirm to expectations
Leading a small, medium or large team of engineers on RF related programs
Creating system test plans, procedures, and reports
Leading product integration and verification
Supports proposal development activities, including proposal text development, cost and schedule estimating, and presentation activities.
Support program technical execution and ensure a proper amount of engineering rigor is applied
Develop test and verification strategies that help minimize program cost and technical risk
Define test and verification methods, events, and constraints for all requirements; develop and manage the overall Program Test Plan.
Design test and validation approaches to ensure the system fulfills its operational objectives and stake-holder requirements in its intended operational setting.
Work with customer and program leadership to coordinate, schedule, and ensure readiness to perform test events
Lead by example and be willing to mentor, coach, train, guide, direct and advise teammates

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

Experience with RF hardware and software systems, common industry architectures, and/or software defined radios
B.S. in STEM with 10+ years, or M.S. with 8+ years of experience in RF systems engineering (preferably requirements evaluation and development).
Self-motivated proactive person with a "team player" mentality.
Highly organized, detail-orientated.
Willingness to learn and share knowledge.
Proactively provides ideas/thoughts and accepts constructive criticism.
Values brainstorming and fostering strong team relationships.
Possesses both strategic thinking skills and tactical execution skills.
Strong communication skills (verbal & written).
Active Top Secret clearance.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

M.S. Degree in STEM subject.
SCI clearance or eligible.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $146670 - $249330

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.