FAST Labs - Microelectronics Chief Technologist

BAE Systems Plc•Merrimack, NH

48d•$169,630 - $288,370•Hybrid

About The Position

FAST Labs is a world-class research and microelectronics production organization. Our vision, 'we secure the future through fearless innovation, fuels our curiosity, and propels our teams to take on 'never been done before' challenges. In the advanced electronics domain of FAST Labs, we further the mission by developing and delivering some of the most advanced microelectronics technology and products that enable our customers to differentiate their offerings across commercial and warfare/defense markets. These technologies and products are based on a multitude of microelectronics fabrication technologies in silicon, SiGe, GaN, GaAs, and experimental processes. The Microelectronics (µE) Product Line performs cutting-edge microelectronics research in its Science & Technology (S&T) area and delivers advanced microelectronic products in its Development & Production areas that advance mission capabilities across commercial and warfare/defense applications. We are seeking an experienced leader to join our µE product line as the Microelectronics Chief Technologist to lead our technology strategy and align it to Development & Production. Additionally, FAST Labs is evolving into a mission-centered organization that focuses its research on the priorities that will have the greatest positive operational impact while driving exciting new business opportunities for the µE Product Line and broader BAE Business Areas. The Microelectronics Chief Technologist will be responsible for translating operational mission concepts into the ways microelectronics can contribute, and use this insight to focus the technology strategy. Reporting directly to the µE Product Line Director, the Microelectronics Chief Technologist will guide the S&T and Development & Production efforts in ensuring the scientific activities, technical innovation, mission-centered focus, and product roadmaps deliver differentiating capabilities for our customer communities, now and into the future.â¯The Microelectronics Chief Technologist is responsible for:

Requirements

Typical Education - Bachelor's Degree with 15+ year of professional research, capture and program management experience, Master's Degree with 13+ years of professional experience, or Doctorate with 10+ years of professional experience.
Ability to attain DoW/DoD TOP SECRET/SCI and SAP Security clearances
Deep technical knowledge in a focus area of microelectronics, and broad technical knowledge across the breadth of microelectronics relevant to BAE Systems electronics markets and customers
Deep understanding of microelectronics customer community and broad respect as a technology leader
Understanding of operational and mission impact of microelectronics advancements
Demonstrated ability to build team and stakeholder alignment around a holistic technology and/or product strategy and roadmap
Experience leading collaboration with internal/external microelectronics domain stakeholders and customers to understand market trends, establish products and R&D programs, and align technology initiatives to business goals
Proven ability to collaborate with and influence a diverse and complex organization across multiple sites and functions to solve complex technical problems to achieve objectives
Experience developing and mentoring individuals and leaders
Ability to define, propose, and lead complex independent research and development efforts
Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting technical material to audiences of various sizes and levels of seniority, including executives

Nice To Haves

Active DoW/DoD TOP SECRET/SCI and SAP Security clearances
Experience with IP capture process and developing IP strategy
Experience and demonstrated success in shaping and capturing DoW/DoD microelectronics CRAD across multiple diverse customer bases
Experience leading microelectronics products through the full lifecycle with DoW/DoD and commercial end-customers
Experience executing and supervising the execution of R&D internal and external activities
Ability to build, maintain, and leverage relationships within business areas, customer communities, and the broader microelectronics ecosystem
Experience as technical lead of DARPA, IARPA or government lab R&D programs.
Broad technical network from key Universities, Research Institutions, Warfare/Defense Community, and Commercial Microelectronics Partners
Network of key stakeholders across BAE Systems Business Areas

Responsibilities

Ensuring "how" we work is aligned with µE cultural values of Problem-Solving, Innovation, Collaboration, Ownership, and Growth
The development, coordination, and maintenance of the product line technology and product strategy - including mapping a path from basic research and low technology maturity concepts to near- and long-term products
Translating operational mission concepts into a focused microelectronics technology strategy, aligning technical and programmatic staff around that strategy, and ingraining mission-impact thinking into the scientific and technical teams
Coordinating and administering the µE product line Internal Research and Development (IRAD) program; including approval authority for individual IRADs
Periodic review of programs, pursuits, and IRADs with respect to their science and technology content and alignment with product roadmaps, mission focus, and other elements of the technology strategy
Staying current on dynamic technology advances, assessing capabilities of competitor products and technologies, identifying approaches to close technology gaps, and developing strategic mitigation plans for our competitive marketspace to influence business growth
Developing and leading strategy for critical internal and external collaborations and partnerships.
Managing strategic partnerships and stakeholder relationships (commercial, university, venture, government, internal, …), guiding the product line in relationship building and maintenance, both internally and externally, and using this network to connect the Microelectronics Portfolio Directors to customers.
Supporting customer engagement and outreach, and other business development and capture activities, especially by providing expert technical counsel to influence customer and stakeholder requirements to align with robust technical solutions

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
a legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards