The Systems Architect oversees system implementation to meet business and technical needs, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and alignment with organizational goals. Responsibilities include stakeholder collaboration, technical proposal support, and mentoring development teams.
Job Description
BAE Systems is looking for a Systems Architect to oversee the implementation of complex systems, ensuring they align with organizational goals and requirements. Bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions, working with various stakeholders to create and maintain robust, scalable, and efficient systems. Additional responsibilities may include:
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Masters Degree and 10 years work experience or equivalent experience
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.
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
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.
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.
BAE Systems is looking for a Systems Architect to oversee the implementation of complex systems, ensuring they align with organizational goals and requirements. Bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions, working with various stakeholders to create and maintain robust, scalable, and efficient systems. Additional responsibilities may include:
- Gathering and analyzing business needs and translating them into technical specifications
- Ability to align technical solutions with business objectives and long-term goals
- Lead or support Independent Design Reviews
- Lead or support Phase Reviews
- Focus on delivering innovative solutions across multi-disciplinary teams
- Support technical proposal development activities, including proposal text development, cost and schedule estimating, and presentation activities
- Support program technical execution and ensure a proper amount of engineering rigor is applied
- Work with customer and program leadership to coordinate, schedule, and ensure system readiness
- Provide guidance and mentorship to development teams on best practices and standards
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Deep understanding of Systems Infrastructure and System Integration
- Ability to align technical solutions with business objectives
- Ability to communicate technical concepts
- Analyze complex issues and develop effective solutions
- Experience in overseeing Systems Engineering projects from concept to completion
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Masters Degree and 10 years work experience or equivalent experience
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.
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
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.
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.
BAE Systems, Inc. Broomfield, Colorado, USA Office
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Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems.
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