Nuclear Surety Technical Lead Engineer

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Nuclear Surety Technical Lead Engineer to support our work as a prime contractor on a high-profile U.S. Navy weapon system.

As a Surety Technical Lead Engineer, you will lead a multi-disciplinary team of subject matter experts in developing and implementing a well-planned systems engineering approach to implementing a strategic vision for surety and system safety engineering, for current and future large-scale missile systems. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team enabling our Nation’s technological superiority on strategic missions through development of advanced concepts and initiatives throughout the systems lifecycle.

In this role you will lead the technical performance in support of advanced programs under the direction, and in-collaboration with, program management leadership. The Surety Technical Lead will also support technical meetings, prepare and present project status reports to senior Navy and BAE Systems leadership, oversee the development of associated safety deliverables, make recommendations regarding enhanced capabilities, and oversee the development and maintenance of the U.S. Navy’s Strategic Systems Program (SSP) policy and directives.

The primary objective for this role is to provide sound engineering principles and disciplined guidance to ensure successful execution of technical plans and goals while communicating effectively with internal and external management and senior-level customer representatives concerning operational decisions, technical risk identification and mitigation, definition and achievement of surety and safety requirements, oversight for the implementation of the safety program plan, and overall end-to-end systems surety engineering process definition and oversight.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in nuclear surety and system safety concepts and an understanding of Navy operations in support of a complex weapon system.

About BAE Systems and the U.S. Navy’s Strategic Systems Programs (SSP)

Our organization has supported the U.S. Navy’s Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) continually since the program’s inception in the 1950s. SSP developed the first sea-based, underwater-launched Strategic Weapon System (SWS), a defense system that is truly critical to our national security. For more than six decades, SSP has maintained and upgraded this weapon system and we have been there every step of the way. The sea-based SWS is the ultimate stealthy weapon system and is the first leg of the U.S. nuclear triad. With over 70% of our nation’s nuclear arsenal its importance to maintaining world peace cannot be overstated. The development of Columbia, the most advanced nuclear-powered, nuclear-armed submarine ever designed, as well the next D5LE2 weapon system is under way and will begin to be rolled out over the next decade. The Navy projects this system to be operational through 2084, meaning the program will have a total life span of more than 120 years. This is a unique program and BAE Systems employees on this program understand they are part of an important legacy.

As a decades long sole source partner on multiple contracts on behalf of our customer, our program has remarkable stability and is concurrently experiencing significant growth. Combined, these factors provide ample opportunity for professional growth and development for capable and talented individuals on our team.

BAE Systems, Inc. is the wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc.

BAE Systems plc provides some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defense, aerospace, and security solutions. As one of the top ten defense contractors, we employ a skilled workforce of around 100,000 people in more than 40 countries. We develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to protect national security and keep people safe.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills Typical education and years of related/relevant professional work experience: Bachelor’s degree in applicable field and at least 10 years related work experience or a master’s degree and 8 years of related experience. Candidates that have a high school diploma and 20+ years of experience may also apply.

Additional skills/experience:

• Experience supporting complex system design and development in a technical leadership role.
• Thorough understanding and implementation of nuclear surety rules, policies, and processes for system and subsystem requirements, design, and operations associated with nuclear surety applicable to nuclear weapon systems.
• Thorough understanding and implementation of safety risk management processes and mitigation strategies for system safety engineering disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead and influence multi-disciplinary teams in complex systems engineering processes across the product development lifecycle.
• Experience with developing technical presentations and customer-facing activities at the leadership level.
• Demonstrated success partnering with customers to understand critical challenges, shape customer requirements, develop innovative solutions, and manage execution of solutions through implementation.
• Exceptional verbal and written skills with technical emphasis.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Prior industry experience supporting nuclear surety programs or missile systems in a technical leadership role.
• Prior industry experience that afforded opportunities to ensure the effectiveness of major defense systems such as Trident, Minuteman, or Peacekeeper.
• Knowledge and experience working in the DoD/DOE technical services industry.
• Experience developing safety program plans for DoD Acquisition Programs and in conducting or leading hazard assessments, safety assessments, and special safety studies.
• Certified in one or more of the following safety certification programs: Systems Safety Engineering, Certified Safety Professional (CSP), and OHSMS (Occupational Health and Safety Management System).
• Thorough understanding and implementation of the end-to-end System Engineering lifecycle.

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 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.