FAST Labs - Advanced Cyber/RF Technology Development Manager

Job Description
Exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®", BAE Systems' Fast Labs innovates next generation capabilities for the warfighter. Through technology development programs funded by Science and Technology (S&T) /Research & Development (R&D) organizations within the U.S. Department of Defense, our R&D teams fearlessly innovate and collaborate across the enterprise to create game-changing capabilities for the warfighter. On this team, you'll have the opportunity to develop and mature advanced technology capabilities in the areas of cyber and Electronic Warfare (EW).
Within BAE Systems' FAST Labs™ RF Cyber - Attack Defend Support (R3) Product Line, the Converged Solutions (CS) Technical Area is growing rapidly. Ranging from the next generation of new RF/cyber algorithms to demonstration of advanced EW capabilities in integrated systems at government ranges, CS has established itself as an industry leader in the development of cutting-edge technologies. With this growth, CS is seeking a Technology Development Manager (TDM) to help execute the strategy to an expanded future state. We are looking for people who are as excited to do hands on work in developing these new technologies as they are to capture new programs to do so for our customers. Through innovative R&D technical contributions, your work will help enable the rapid development and fielding of effects across the RF/cyber spectrum for next generation mission support. Our aim is to reduce the timeline to cross the "valley of death" between disruptive R&D technologies and their operational use.
Our TDMs combine aspects of science, applied engineering, and program management to execute a portion of a product line's strategic plan by both capturing and executing on sponsored research programs. As a CS TDM, you will have the opportunity to create research programs that advance technology for purposes of providing discriminating capabilities in the cyber and EW mission areas and ensure transition of research efforts into BAE Systems' Business Area's products and services. You will be an integral part of technical teams executing specific programs to meet customer mission needs. You will also lead new business shaping, pursuits and capture of follow-up work via routine engagements with current and potential customers by establishing yourself as a trusted advisor to our customers.
The TDM will report to the CS Technical Group Lead (TGL) and will be based in our Merrimack, NH facility. Alternative location could be based in our Arlington, VA or Burlington, MA facilities for the right candidate. This position will require ~25% travel; primarily to the National Capital Region (NCR), Dayton OH, and other CONUS locations. Infrequent OCONUS travel may be required.
Responsibilities for this role include:

• Principal Investigator for Cyber/RF programs developing new technical capabilities, executing technical direction and guiding teams in executing complex research projects that regularly involving multiple technical fields
• Collaboration across the larger BAE Systems organization to facilitate the development and transition of game-changing cyber and RF technologies
• Defining, proposing, and leading independent technical research and development efforts
• Transitioning technology development programs over the "valley of death" internally and externally
• Contributing to the development of the portfolio strategy to pursue R&D funding to achieve annual growth
• Lead and shape captures and proposals, expanding our existing technology baseline in alignment with the R3 Product Line strategy and vision
• Significant customer interaction, initiating customer contact to create new business opportunities at DoD research and development organizations such as DARPA, AFRL, ONR, ARL as well as non-traditional R&D organizations

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format. A large portion of the time will be spent working on-site; with a smaller portion allowed remotely.
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Active DoD TOP SECRET clearance and ability to obtain SCI & SAP
• Understanding of electronic warfare, communications, SIGINT, cyber, and electronics markets as well as R&D customers
• Experience in new DOD and/or IC R&D business capture, such as proposal writing; preferred if experience leading proposal efforts
• Understanding of the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community structure and governance processes; and experience with management, administration, and oversight of SAPs
• Experience translating ambiguous ideas from customers into executable technology development efforts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting technical research to large audiences
• Ability to clearly articulate and document customer vision, direction, and technical detail into actionable tasks to junior scientists and engineers

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience executing and supervising the execution of R&D internal and external activities
• Experience with RF hardware and software systems, common industry architectures, and/or software defined radios
• Experience with multiple programming and scripting languages (C, C++, Matlab, Python, Bash, etc...)
• Experience with low-level software architectures
• Embedded system vulnerability discovery and exploitation experience
• Practical understanding of product development and the DoD product development lifecycle
• Highly experienced in facilitation and cross-organization communications
• Experience with resource planning, staff development, and management reporting
• Demonstrated capacity to reach across disparate technical domains to create novel solutions
• Ability to build and maintain relationships within business areas and customer community
• Experience in reviewing and approving Basis of Estimates and proposals including assessment of associated risks and opportunities

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $146670 - $249330
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 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.