Senior Pincipal Project Engineering Manager - Factory Transition (Hybrid and Relocation Available)

Job Description
You don’t see it, but it’s there. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The World TM .” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

BAE Systems Precision Strike (PS) is looking for a Project Engineering Manager (PEM) to support the development of industry-leading Global Positioning Systems (GPS) products, overseeing technology development, and lead the factory transition of products from across the organization. In this role, the PEM will take the lead engineering position on proposal and project execution efforts and will be responsible for ensuring that engineering cost, schedule, and technical requirements are achieved. The PEM integrates inputs from multiple engineering disciplines into a cohesive, comprehensive execution plan. The PEM is responsible for planning, staffing, budget, schedule, risk and opportunity management, and scope management to ensure the product is fit for purpose. The PEM coordinates with the Program Manager (PM) to ensure all customer needs are met.

Specific job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Lead engineering efforts for the factory transition of new products into Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP) and Full Rate Production.
- Collaborate across disciplines, functions, and business areas to effectively support engineering across the enterprise.
- Serve as the primary internal and external engineering point of contact for the project. Partner with the Program Manager, Operations and functional staff to develop and deliver products and systems that meet customer needs.
- Meet cost, schedule, and technical performance targets for projects throughout their life cycle.
- Ensure the preparation and approval of competitive, executable engineering bids that meet established price-to-win targets and grow the business.
- Develop and maintain measures related to engineering performance.
- Ensure the proper application of processes based on the size and complexity of the project.
- Establish goals, performance standards, budgets, and staffing plans.
- Improve processes and skills that accelerate program execution and improve quality.
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
- Candidates must be able to obtain a security clearance.
- Bachelor's Degree and 10+ years of work experience or equivalent experience.
- Experience in project engineering management, including organizational design, planning, estimating, design management, and product verification.
- Experience leading diverse, multi-disciplinary teams in the solution of complex technical problems.
- Demonstrated leadership skills (soft skills, strategic thinking, business acumen, team building, and customer relationship management).
- Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex problems and develop improved methods to increase program efficiency.
- Proven written and oral communication skills, including presentation skills.
- Strong team-building skills that enable collaboration and coordination within and across teams, functions, and other business units.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience in the transition of new products into production.
- Experience leading the maturation of defense or aerospace microelectronics and electronic systems from low Technology/Manufacturing Readiness Levels (TRL/MRL) to higher TRL/MRL.
- Experience establishing collaboration on projects across organizational boundaries and geographical areas.
- Experience employing agile development.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120874 - $205486

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 a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

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.