Manager I - Mission Assurance - Space Systems

• Be a visionary contributor to the program leadership team. Team with; Program Manager Integration & Test and Systems Engineering to deliver hardware and missions that are meaningful to our customers nation and world.
• Lead and support anomaly and failure review board processes through coordinating Subject Matter Expertise.
• Own communication channels and interface with Program Customer Mission Assurance representatives.
• Spearhead execution of Mission Assurance requirements implementation verification and validation.
• Own the implementation of standard company processes for assigned program(s) by development and execution of program unique Mission Assurance Plan(s) through each of the assigned functional disciplines.
• Participate and lead technical discussions regarding quality assurance and specialty engineering design aligned to mission risk objectives and goals.
• Balance regarding technical risks against cost and schedule constraints; defend them when needed.
• Build out a budgetary and scheduled plan for Mission Assurance tasks and activities for the course of a program lifecycle. Investigate and disseminate reporting of project metrics to develop a continuous feedback loop of improvement. Champion and envision process improvement for current and future programs.
• Align and organize the Mission Assurance Integrated Product Team (EEE Parts Engineering Reliability Radiation Effects Hardware and Software Quality Materials and Processes Engineering Contamination Control and Systems Safety)
• Be adaptable; have the ability to navigate between strategic thought and tactical implementation in technical and programmatic settings with various stakeholders.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department the Strategic Business Units Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

• Work is performed in an office environment laboratory cleanroom or production floor.

• BS/BA in related field plus 8 or more years related experience.
• Each higher-level degree i.e. Master's Degree or Ph.D. may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university college or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education US Department of Education.

• Leadership skills to inspire and connect with team members customers and subject matter experts to provide program Mission Assurance leadership and achieve mission success.
• Technical background to engage the MA team for in design production/test readiness and other reviews and audits with the ability to make risk-informed decisions.
  • Experience in four or more of the Mission Assurance fields is preferred: Reliability Radiation EEE parts Materials & Processes Contamination Software Quality Hardware Quality Ground Development or Satellite Operations.
• Interpersonal skills to foster advisor relationships with Program Management other program team leads and on-site customers as required.
• Presentation skills to formally present information and communicate effectively with Program Management Executive Leadership and Customers.

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace defense and security company we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air land space and naval forces as well as advanced electronics security information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us to unite our community of colleagues and customers and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

Gallery