Sentinel Section Lead - Launch Systems (LS)

Job Description
Job Description:
BAE Systems is seeking an experienced team leader for an exciting opportunity to support the Air Force's acquisition of the next generation Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) weapon system, known as the Sentinel ICBM Program.
The Sentinel Program (formerly known as GBSD) is an enormous and complex "Mega-Project" replacing 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. It includes a complete refurbishment or replacement of more than five hundred 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 next 4-5 decades. This is a long-term project with the weapon system anticipated to deploy over a nine-year period beginning in the late 2020s and remaining operational until at least 2075.
Job Description:
This position will directly support the Sentinel Program's Command & Launch (C&L) Branch as they acquire the weapon system command & control capabilities for the next generation ICBM. Duties of the Launch Systems Section lead include providing expert advice and support to Sentinel program leaders throughout the acquisition cycle. Areas of responsibility that fall under the Launch System Section include:

• Actuation & mechanical systems (e.g., missile suspension system, launcher closure door system, ballistic gas generators, missile umbilical retractors, etc.)
• Power distribution & endurance systems (e.g., backup generators, emergency batteries, HVAC systems, etc.)
• Physical security systems (e.g., motion sensors, visual sensors, delay features, etc.)

Specifically, this team leader will be responsible for effectively managing a team of direct-report engineers and project managers who directly support the Air Force customer in evaluating the Sentinel prime contractor's Launch Systems design. This experienced team leader must have exceptional attention-to-detail skills and a demonstrated ability to drive team performance through coaching, mentoring, and training.
Pursuant to Government contract, this position requires US Citizenship status.
#ASFS
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Skills and Education
10 years of experience in direct program/project management (8 years with an MS degree)
Must have a current Secret security clearance or higher (within last 6 years or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and be able to obtain a Special Access Program (SAP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance within a reasonable timeframe.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Skills and Experience
Experience leading/managing a team of direct reports is highly desirable
Experience with Earned Value Management; Cost Accounts; and schedule management concepts are highly desirable.
High level of proficiency using office software such as Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is very desirable.
DoD acquisitions program experience is desirable.
Self-motivated with superior verbal and written communications skills in addition to sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating, and negotiating with Air Force customers as well as senior company managers.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120000 - $204000
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.