Job Description BAE Systems is looking for a Chief Systems Engineer for a Wargaming Program. The Chief Systems Engineer will lead ongoing systems engineering and provide leadership to transitioning of the prototype into Production and Operational Deployment environment for USMC users at Quantico VA. This is a truly exciting opportunity to guide and lead a broad technical team consisting of expertise in Systems Engineering, Modeling and Simulation, Software Development and Integration, DevSecOps, Data Management, Predictive Analytics, multi-cloud engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. As such the Chief Engineer will use knowledge, skills, abilities, and demonstrated experience in these technical areas. Working under the guidance of the Modeling and Simulation Solutions Business Area Chief Engineer, the Wargaming program Chief Systems Engineer will foster engineering innovation, rigor and workforce development within the program. They will ensure the program operates within the BAE Systems Life Cycle Management (LCM) processes, focusing on technical design reviews and key gates. The Wargaming program Chief Systems Engineer will:
- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the program
- Ensure large scale systems of systems are modeled, risk identified and reduced, with a delivery mechanism in place for life-cycle engineering and sustainment of the wargaming system
- Ensure the right technical talent is in place to serve the program requirements, operating as the key resource to program leadership on technical team assessment.
- Develop and maintain program technology roadmaps.
BAE Systems is a large systems integrator providing growth opportunity in model-based systems engineering, and integration, digital engineering disciplines. The WGC Program provides a unique opportunity to leverage leadership skills and ability to work with a diverse teams, customer and corporate stakeholders.
Work Location:
- Duties expected to be performed at the BAE Systems Facility known as Dulles North located in Sterling, Virginia. Support may also be required at the customer facility located in Quantico Virginia.
- Alternate work locations must be agreed to in writing by BAE Systems at time of hire and is subject to change due to contract requirements.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills - Master Degree in Engineering or Technology with hands-on experience in Modeling and Simulations, Systems Engineering, Software Development and Integration, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Wargaming.
- Ability to write technical reports and white papers, and effectively communicate with internal and customer stakeholders.
- 10+ years of direct technical experience
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills - PHD in a scientific or engineering field with hands-on Modeling and Simulations experience.
- Preferred if the candidate has USMC experience and has wargaming knowledge. Must be able to tactfully lead a team of very senior engineers.
Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $140690 - $239140 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. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.