Technical Director - Engine Controls Systems

Technical Director - Engine Controls Systems

Thank you for your interest in exploring opportunities with BAE Systems! Join us on November 5th for our Aircraft Engine Controls Discovery Hour, hosted by our Controls and Avionics Solutions (CAS) team. This is a unique chance to speak directly with team members, and to learn more about our work in Aircraft Engine Controls and the Technical Director opportunities that we have available. To reserve your spot, simply apply now. This position will be located at one of our Endicott, New York, Austin, Texas, Fort Wayne, Indiana, or Cedar Rapids Iowa locations. If your background and skillset align with our hiring needs, we will be in touch with next steps. If selected for an interview, we will discuss specific opportunities that match your interests and skillset with the hiring team. For candidates who are not local to the Endicott, New York, Austin, Texas, or Fort Wayne, Indiana, or Cedar Rapids Iowa areas, virtual interviews will be accommodated. 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 worlds 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), youll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industrys 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, were 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 Engine 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 objectives

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.

Open to the following locations : Endicott, NY, Cedar Rapids, IA, Ft. Wayne, IN, Austin, TX

Required Education, Experience, & Skills :

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills :

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range : $150370 - $255630

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.