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Engineering Discipline Manager

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Hybrid
Austin, TX, USA
121K-205K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Austin, TX, USA
121K-205K Annually
Senior level
The Engineering Discipline Manager leads the engineering team to develop flight and engine control systems, ensuring project execution and compliance with standards while managing talent and resources.
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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.
Looking to make a difference by solving tough, real-world problems? Electronic Systems employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet to reducing carbon-dioxide emissions in the cities around the globe. At Controls and Avionics Solutions (CAS), you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. Our US Controls engineering team is already the leader in safety critical aerospace electronics and high-power electric drive systems for commercial transit. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can too. Come build your career with us.
This individual will be a leader in managing and developing our engineering staff to create the next generation of flight and engine controls systems for conventional aircraft and Advanced Air Mobility vehicles.
As an Engineering Discipline Manager you will:
  • Provide technical guidance and oversight to a team of engineers, ensuring they have the necessary skills and resources to deliver high-quality products and services
  • Develop and maintain technical expertise in a specific engineering discipline, staying current with industry trends and advancements
  • Demonstrate engaged leadership, leading and motivating agile teams to solve difficult technical problems and perform with excellence
  • Establish talent management plans to attract, retain and develop critical skills, including knowledge transfer and mentoring programs
  • Work with cross-functional teams to balance resource priorities across multiple projects
  • Collaborate strategically with business area and functional leadership to achieve overall business objectives
  • Develop, implement, and maintain engineering processes and procedures to ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure that engineering projects and products meet quality and reliability standards.
BAE Systems offers competitive pay, benefits, and important work life balance initiatives including every other Friday Off, Flextime, and Telecommuting. BAE also believes in a culture of recognition for the extraordinary contributions of our skilled employees. This position is based in Endicott, NY.
Who you are:
  • Collaborative: "You love working with a team and receiving input from others."
  • Customer/Client-Oriented: "You're always anticipating your customer's needs and working to exceed their expectations."
  • Innovative: "You are always looking for ways to do things better and faster."

Open to the following locations: Endicott, NY, - Austin, TX
Life in Endicott | BAE Systems
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor's Degree in related engineering field
  • 8+ years experience leading the architecture, design, and integration of military and commercial flight controls, egnine controls, mission systems which include hardware, software and firmware.
  • Previous experience in project leadership role or functional management
  • Demonstrated ability to achieve cost, cycle time, customer and engineering process objectives
  • Demonstrated ability to develop, lead and motivate technical teams
  • Demonstrated ability to integrate and coordinate with other functions and customers
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
  • Experience in full lifecycle systems development including requirements, design, implementation, integration and verification
  • Working knowledge of commercial and military systems, hardware, and software development processes and procedures
  • Desire to continuously improve engineering processes and standards

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Master's Degree in related engineering field
  • 2+ years of engineering management experience
  • Experience in Digital Engineering, Model Based Systems Engineering and Agile Mindset principle, practices & processes and tools & techniques
  • Experience leading safety critical projects (ie, flight controls, engine controls, propulsion controls) - Experience with Requirements Development/Management (ie, DOORS, Jama) and Configuration Management (ie, Atlassian) tools
  • Familiarity with industry standards such as DO-178B/C, DO-254 and ARP4754
  • Experience with HW/SW/Systems integration
  • Experience with Requirements Based Verification
  • Strong mentoring, coaching and influential leadership skills

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, Inc.
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.

BAE Systems, Inc. Austin, Texas, USA Office

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