Portfolio Engineering Lead

Job Description 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.

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BAE Systems is seeking an experienced and energetic Portfolio Engineering Lead (PEL) to help lead our established and rapidly expanding engineering team in the CEMA Business Area.

We are looking for a PEL who will partner with the business, and lead the engineering activities for their portfolio of programs. The successful candidate will serve as a PEL working as part of the Engineering Leadership team for the Advanced Compact EW Solutions (ACES) Product Line. ACES is a diverse and growing product line with several advanced technology development programs as well as high-rate production programs with a common mission to protect the warfighter. Apply now to join a dedicated team designing and building innovative products that will continue to lead the industry in Electronic Warfare (EW) Solutions. Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, and at least 12 years of experience in engineering development of complex electronic systems and the transition to manufacturing
- Experience leading diverse multi-disciplinary teams in the solution of complex technical problems
- Project engineering management including organizational design, planning, estimating, design management, and product verification
- Experience in developing engineering estimates and applying project management principles inclusive of scope management, resource planning, and management of risks and opportunities.
- Experience in leadership, building internal and external partnerships, growing team members and partnering with the business.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Direct experience supporting Department of Defense Classified Development Programs
- Experience using Design to Cost (DTC) methods; leading to technical solutions that meet affordability and producibility requirements

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $153377 - $260743

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.