Systems Engineer – Advanced Planning Systems

Job Description

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking an exceptional Engineer for a unique opportunity to support the Air Force's future acquisitions in the next generation Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) system, known as the Sentinel ICBM Program.
The Sentinel Program (formerly GBSD) is an enormous and complex “Mega-Project” modernizing the entire ICBM weapon system deployed across tens of thousands of square miles in five states. Without a doubt, Sentinel is one of the Department of Defense’s (DoD’s) most important acquisition efforts for the next decade, if not longer. It includes a complete refurbishment or replacement of hundreds of aging Minuteman III ICBM facilities to secure and support a newly-designed, technologically-advanced ballistic missile. It will also provide an entirely new command & control system (including an updated airborne launch capability) as well as vast array of required support equipment specifically engineered to operate and sustain the new weapon system over the decades ahead. It is a long-term project with the weapon system anticipated to deploy over a nine-year period beginning in 2026 and remaining operational until at least 2075. Sentinel is a career-defining program that will present unique and challenging opportunities that are simply not available with smaller DoD projects.
Job Description:
This position will directly support the Sentinel ICBM Advanced Planning Branch as they plan, manage and set up future acquisition systems and future components’ programs needed for Programed/prospective upgrades to the Sentinel ICBM. To successfully accomplish this, the Sentinel Program requires a Systems Engineer with a willingness to lead, learn, and contribute in a fast-paced environment. The applicant must possess high energy and a strong motivation to make a difference. They must be comfortable working with multiple and fast changing priorities. The ability to switch tasks and multi-task with minimal disruption and without constant supervision is a must. Managing multiple project technical inputs and interactions with mission partners is also a necessity skillset.
This position will directly support the US Air Force Futures Division within the Sentinel Systems (Formerly GBSD) Program Office. Our team includes existing staff with extensive expertise in the current Minuteman III weapon system and actively participates in ongoing studies and assessments for future systems updates. Duties will include providing expert technical advice and support to the government leaders and engineers on all Advanced Planning Programs’ systems engineering aspects throughout the acquisition cycle. This position will directly handle technical reviews as well as creation, review, and assessment of documents, architecture, and engineering proposals. The understanding of, and potential application of, evolving technologies supporting the Advanced Planning environment is a key aspect of the position. This team member will assist in the day-to-day engineering operations of the Advanced Planning Branch Lead Engineer including technical status tracking, meeting support and Model Based System Engineering proposal development and management. The position interacts with government customer staff and senior leaders in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Headquarters Air Force, Air Force Global Strike Command, as well as other GBSD team partners from Federally-Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) and University Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs). This team member will also coordinate and integrate actions with project managers, engineers, logisticians, testers, and external agencies.
Pursuant to Government contract, this position requires US Citizenship status.
This position is only located at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. Due to the special-access classified working environment, the majority of work is performed on-site with somewhat limited opportunities for telework (less than or equal to 20% of weekly hours).
Why BAE Systems?
BAE Systems is the third largest defense contractor in the world with an exceptional, mission-focused culture. The 800+ BAE Systems employees and sub-contractors located at Hill Air Force Base, Utah are closely aligned to the United States Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center. We support the Center in sustaining the existing LGM-30G Minuteman III (MM III) weapon system and acquiring its replacement, the LGM-35A Sentinel ICBM weapon system. We are a uniquely-valued mission partner delivering daily technical excellence and innovative solutions to our government customers. BAE Systems has earned accolades as a “Top Workplace” in Utah based on employee feedback for four consecutive years, earning special distinction for providing a healthy work-life balance for our valued employees. We strive very hard to ensure this is a great place to work!
Why Utah? You’ve got to see it to believe it! Utah is an amazing state with diverse geography, an eclectic culture and an exceptional quality of life. We are located north of Salt Lake City at the foot of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. The area offers an incredible range of outdoors pursuits across the seasons including hiking, climbing, mountain biking, hunting, fishing, camping, boating and world-class skiing at resorts that hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics. Utah is home to five amazing National Parks (Zion, Arches, Canyonlands, Bryce Canyon, & Capitol Reef) and an easy drive from two more; Grand Teton and Yellowstone. The Salt Lake City area offers a vast array of cultural activities and businesses including multiple professional sports teams. It is a western states hub for exceptional, cutting-edge medical care with people traveling from across the region for a range of nationally renowned specialty care centers and doctors. The Salt Lake International Airport is a major transportation hub that is expanding and offers easy, direct access to just about anywhere you want to fly.
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.
#ASFSRequired Education, Experience, & Skills BS/MS in Engineering, Computer Science, Software, Physics or Mathematics is required.
7 years (5 years with MS degree) of progressive experience in systems integration and analysis of hardware and software systems/processes.
2 years’ experience leading system design, integration, and analytical efforts.
Must have a current (within last 6 years) Secret security clearance or higher and be able to obtain a Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable timeframe.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Knowledge of Digital Engineering or Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) is desirable.
Experience with integrating requirements into existing acquisitions lifecycle phases, milestones, and deliverables using systems engineering principles and methodologies is desirable.
DoD acquisitions program experience is highly desirable.
Knowledge or experience working with systems engineering tools such as Cameo Enterprise Architecture and DOORS is desirable. Also, proficiency using office software such as Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is highly desirable.
Self-motivated with excellent verbal and written communications skills in addition to sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with government customer and company personnel.
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.