Dir II- Technical

Requisition Number

112747BR

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 developing our next generation of flight controls systems for conventional aircraft and Advanced Air Mobility vehicles. The role includes responsibility for building a comprehensive understanding of customer needs, driving internal efforts to mature technology, and creating roadmaps to evolve our products as technology advances.

As the Technical Director for Flight Controls Systems you will:

Leverage our technical expertise and passion for innovation to develop key customer relationships in both established and emerging markets

Provide expert technical counsel to influence the customer maturation of requirements, and align a robust technical solution

Stay current on dynamic technology advances, formulating front-of-market product strategies to influence business growth

Develop and manage product optimization and capability roadmaps, including transition of disruptive technology into business area capabilities and products

Develop technical proposals, effectively highlighting the technical/safety/innovative/trusted partner value we provide to our customers

Assess capabilities of competitor products and technologies, identify and close technology gaps, and develop strategic mitigation plans for our competitive marketspace

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 objectivesBAE 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, - Cedar Rapids, IA, - Redmond, WA, - Austin, TX

Life in Endicott BAE Systems

Job Posting Title

Technical Director - Flight Controls Systems

Job Family

Technical Development

Travel Percentage

25%

Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position

Secret

Shift

1st Shift

Regular or Temporary

Regular

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

Bachelor's Degree in related engineering field

12+ years experience leading the architecture, design, and integration of military and commercial flight controls systems which include hardware, software and actuators.

Experience driving long-range strategic planning process.

Knowledge of system safety principles and failure modes and effects analysis techniques.

Experience defining goals, tracking improvements, improving technologies, and resolving technical and quality problems.

Experience developing execution plans, budgets, and policies and procedures.

Experience in full lifecycle development including system requirements, design, system-level integration, validation, and verification.

Familiar with safety critical development including ARP4754, DO-178B/C and DO-254 or equivalent stringent process requirements.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong customer interface experience.

Proven ability to provide technical mentoring to advance both individual and organizational capability.

Preferred Skills and Education

Master’s Degree in related engineering field

Demonstrated experience understanding aircraft missions and translating these into system use cases and requirements for the development of flight controls systems.

Experience in Digital Engineering, Model Based Systems Engineering (SysML or equivalent) and Agile Mindset principle, practices & processes and tools & techniques

Knowledge in basic Physics, Mechanical Mechanisms, Hydraulics and Electronic Circuits

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About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

Department

1GC_ES CAS Engineering

Company

140_BAE Systems Controls Inc

Posting Requirements

Internal/External

Job Category

Engineering & Technology

U.S. Person Required

Yes

Business Area

Controls & Avionics Solutions

Salary Max Point

288370

Salary Min Point

169630

Union Job

None

Recruiter

Paul Mcnair