Ground Systems Section Lead
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posted on: May 2, 2024
Job Description:
Job Description Would you like to lead a team to solve
challenging problems that deliver enhanced capabilities to our
military service personnel? Does being a part of the team creating
industry-leading military GPS receivers and products excite you?
Then navigate your way to BAE Systems Inc. Navigation and Sensor
Systems (NSS) in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.BAE Systems is currently
looking for a Systems Engineering Manager to lead a team focused on
building up the military GPS products that serve to ground-based
user market. The development products the team works on range from
creating the receivers capable of using the modernized (M-Code)
signal based on the Modernized GPS User Equipment (MGUE) Increment
1 program to leveraging these receivers in our newest development
of an increment 1 handheld product with potential for use in either
mounted or dismounted applications. This position offers abundant
opportunity to acquire in-depth knowledge of GPS technology and
receiver architecture, and to apply that knowledge in a team
environment to develop the world's most cutting-edge navigation
solutions. Candidates should have a solid understanding of systems
development approach, a proven track record of leading teams either
directly or indirectly to achieve complex design objectives and a
passion to help coach systems engineers to grow their skills. At
BAE systems, we develop capabilities for our warfighters to outpace
the continual evolution of the threat environment or as we say
within BAE Systems, 'We protect those who protect us'. In this
role, you will be responsible for managing a group of systems
engineers, providing them with technical mentoring, career guidance
and performance feedback. As the team leader you will be
responsible for the overall performance of the team to meet the
objectives of the business. To shape and grow the team you will be
integral in interviewing and hiring new team members and ensuring
staffing levels and skill sets are aligned with the programs and
business needs. You will be an engaged member of the engineering
leadership team and expected to work closely with other discipline
team leaders, program managers, and business development to
influence roadmaps and understand customer and market needs. You
will leverage your technical skills to ensure our design,
implementations, and sustainment solutions meet and exceed our
customers' expectations. You will also have opportunities for
technical engagement in architecture and design reviews, strategic
initiative implementation, bid and proposal development, next
generation solution planning and other areas that align with your
skills and career aspirations.As a committed leader within System
Engineering, you will help guide engineers in their career
advancement as well as push development initiatives and best
practices across the discipline. We also expect all our leaders to
set positive examples for working across boundaries, helping out
others, and celebrating successes to create the ideal culture and
work environment for our teams to thrive in. Our organization
focuses on career development of our systems engineers and
advancement of the craft of system engineering. You will work
alongside other highly motivated engineers passionate about
software and protecting our military service personnel.Required
Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math
(STEM) discipline, or Masters of Science
- Current US Citizenship is required.
- Have the ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance
- Experience in a people manager role or a matrix leader role on
a development project
- Effective communication skills (both verbal and
written)Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience working with GPS technologies.
- Systems development and technical leadership experience
- Experience in overall successful project execution and
oversight.
- Experience creating project plans and setting up project
schedules.
- Experience identifying, hiring, and training staff for project
execution that enables the team to execute to the established
schedule and cost objectives.
- Experience in supporting pursuit activities, including bids and
proposals.
- Ability to guide employees through complicated or difficult
situations effectively and professionally.
- Experience presenting to technical audiences.
- Solid understanding of systems development processes
- Highly motivated to solve complex problems and continuously
improve.
- Existing Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance
- Foundational knowledge with Agile and DevSecOpsPay
InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $127900 - $217400Please 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.BAE Systems is committed to hiring and
retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal
Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status,
disability, or any other protected class.
Keywords: Disability Solutions, Iowa City , Ground Systems Section Lead, Other , Cedar Rapids, Iowa
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