GMD SITR - System Integration Manager

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a senior and experienced GMD System Integration Lead to join our team on successful award of the upcoming Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) System Integration, Test and Readiness (SITR) contract. Award of contract is anticipated in the September 2022 timeframe.

The successful candidate will act as the lead for all aspects of Systems Integration for the GMD Weapon System. They will have the day-to-day support responsibility to the GMD Program Office, as Lead Systems Integrator, operating at the nexus of technical, programmatic, contractual, and schedule to align the activities between the different functions and IPTs and programs, identifying gaps and seams.

The successful candidate must have significant Systems Integration and/or technical leadership experience with GMD programs and MDA. He/she must have an in-depth understanding of the Systems Integration role to include component to element integration, early engineering integration labs and have a good understanding of the architecture of the overall GMD Weapon System at the element level, including the GMD Fire Control (GFC) and Communications Network (GCN), Launch Support System, Ground-Based Radars, Sea-Based Radars, Space-Based Sensors, Ground Based Interceptor (GBI) and associated Exo-atmospheric Kill Vehicle (EKV). The successful candidate must have the ability to act independently to uncover and resolve issues across the GMD Weapon System and the ability to think strategically and communicate effectively at managerial levels of the Customer, Warfighter, and Corporate Management to articulate the mission needs and requirements.

It is preferred that the successful candidate reside in the Huntsville, AL area. Relocation may be available.

The successful candidate must possess:

• Previous working experience with MDA in a Systems Integration or technical leadership role
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of the overall GMD Weapon System as a system-of-systems (SoS)
• The ability to work across multi-disciplinary and multi-contractor teams to ensure the objectives of the program are met.
• The skills to identify interdependencies and plans through critical path analysis
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of all areas of large scale, complex weapon system integration
• Working experience with the operating policies and procedures for all management aspects of the GMD program
• In-depth understanding of MDA organization, programs, processes, priorities, and initiatives, and program management practices including budgets, schedules, and related performance standards
• Demonstrated success in being able to work across programs, organizations, and/or other stakeholders to achieve common goals

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
• 10 years of progressive Systems Integration or technical leadership experience
• Former experience with GMD and/or missile defense systems
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate strong initiative, and organize all tasking with minimal supervision
• Strong task management skills, including experience managing teams/programs with special emphasis on meeting engineering challenges.
• Ability to develop and execute plans and associated strategies
• Strong communication skills (oral and written) as well as the ability to interact with team members, external SMEs and consultants, the Warfighter Community, and cross-organizational stakeholders at various levels of customer and internal leadership and management

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master’s degree in relevant discipline
• 15 years progressive Systems Integration or technical leadership experience
• Program Management Professional certification

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. At BAE Systems, we celebrate the array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strength. We’re laser-focused on high performance, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also enjoy work-life balance, uncover new experiences, and collaborate with passionate colleagues.