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ICBM Futures - Sr Mechanical Engineer

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Hybrid
Hill Air Force Base, UT
121K-205K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Hill Air Force Base, UT
121K-205K Annually
Senior level
Leads mechanical engineering technical evaluations and development for next-generation ICBM and aerospace systems. Coordinates integration across government and contractor organizations, advises stakeholders, reviews designs, architectures, documentation, and MBSE products, and supports acquisition, hardware development, flight testing, advanced materials, and technology insertion. The role requires technical leadership, customer collaboration, and expertise supporting complex defense programs.
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Job Description
The Opportunity
BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead technical evaluation efforts supporting Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) and advanced aerospace system development, acquisition, and sustainment efforts. This role directly supports US Air Force integration of next-generation technologies and requires a technical leader capable of guiding complex development strategy and execution across multiple stakeholders.
In this role, the Senior Mechanical Engineer will lead and coordinate mechanical engineering activities and development supporting the next-generation ICBM (LGM-35A Sentinel) and related modernization efforts. Responsibilities include integrating efforts across the ICBM enterprise, advising program stakeholders, and ensuring technical readiness and execution across government and contractor organizations.
Join BAE Systems' Air & Space Force Solutions and be part of a diverse and enthusiastic team who solves some of the world's most complex technical challenges. Contributing day-to-day for the Hill Air Force Base BAE team is refreshing, and the flexibility in the work week is unmatched. For the sixth consecutive year, BAE was named among the Salt Lake Tribune's 2023 "Top Workplaces," by its employees, earning special distinction for providing a healthy work-life balance for our valued employees. We work very hard to ensure this is a great place to work!
There is never a dull moment on this strategic effort, a cornerstone for the nation's security! The Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Program will completely replace the aging Minuteman III (MMIII) ICBM, an undertaking not performed in over 50 years. This program is considered a "mega-project" and one of the most complex in the history of the Department of Defense. The new ICBM weapon system acquisition effort brings with it the newest digital engineering tools and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices to meet existing warfighter requirements, while having the adaptability and flexibility to affordably address changing technology and threat environments through 2075. As part of the U.S. Air Force's Integration Support Contract (ISC), BAE Systems provides advisory and assistance services in the areas of engineering, logistics, management, scientific analysis, and other subject matter expertise to augment and optimize management of the Sentinel ICBM Prime Contractor.
The Location
Why Utah? You've got to see it to believe it! Utah is an amazing state with diverse geography, a unique 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, hunting, fishing, camping, boating, mountain biking, and world-class skiing at resorts that hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics. The state is home to five amazing National Parks 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 world class, cutting-edge medical care. The Salt Lake International Airport offers easy, direct access to just about anywhere in the world.
The Role
BAE is looking for an experienced Aerospace/Mechanical Engineer to join the ICBM Futures Division. You will be part of a tight-knit team charged with supporting the development and acquisition of ICBM Advanced Capabilities and Integration projects to include hardware development, experimental flight test, advanced materials, and future technology insertion for ICBM weapon systems. Specifically, you will directly support program management teams in acquiring and integrating new technologies for the next generation ICBM. You will assist the government customer in the review and assessment of the design, documentation, architectures, and MBSE products to meet acquisition requirements and timelines.
Who You Are
An experienced Mechanical Engineer ready to contribute in a fast-paced environment. You must possess high energy and be comfortable working with changing priorities. A sample of traits required:
  • You are a collaborator, love working with a team, and give/receive input effectively
  • You constantly ask questions and love learning
  • You are customer-oriented and always try to anticipate customer needs and work to exceed expectations
  • You are detail-oriented and live for deep dives
  • You are team-oriented and are more interested in getting the job done right than who gets the credit

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
  • Bachelor or Master of Science in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics
  • 7 years (with BS) or 5 years (with MS) directly related experience
  • At least 3 years progressive responsibility in providing technical leadership
  • Active U.S. Government Secret clearance with a background investigation completed <6 years prior to hiring

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:
  • ICBM maintenance, training systems, or operations experience
  • ICBM Acquisitions experience
  • Professional Engineering License
  • Systems Engineering experience and/or Certification
  • Project Management Professional Certification
  • Active DoD Top Secret Clearance
  • Agile, Earned Value Management, Control Account Management
  • USAF Nuclear topic education
  • Engineering/Agile tools: Cameo, MATLAB, DOORS, JIRA, Confluence
  • Classified government IT systems
  • Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneNote

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120874 - $205486
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, Inc.
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.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

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