Model Based Engineering Section Manager

BAE Systems•Wayne, NJ

3d•$149,603 - $254,317•Hybrid

About The Position

BAE Systems' Model Based Engineering Capability Group (MBE CG) is seeking a visionary Model-based Engineering Capability Group (MBE CG) Section Leader in the Electronic Systems (ES) sector. This role is a "player-coach" position responsible for all aspects of a MBE CG team's performance in support of US Defense business areas, including the application of MBSE processes, tools, talent acquisition, and program performance. The individual will lead a small, borderless team through a digital transformation, splitting time between people management and technical contributions on MBE programs or initiatives.

Requirements

Active US Government Secret security clearance (with ability to possess TS)
Bachelor's Degree in STEM field (or equivalent experience in a relevant field)
Minimum Systems Engineering work experience of 10+ Years with BS, 8+ Years with MS, or 6+ Year with PHD
Proven experience leading technical teams in a matrixed organization
Experience in architectural model development or leading teams that develop model-based architectural models
Ability to negotiate effectively with higher level managers, customers, industry partners, and teammates
Proven track record of mentoring junior systems engineers
Technical proficiency in architectural model development using UML and/or SysML with tools such as MagicDraw, Cameo, or Rhapsody

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Functional Manager and demonstrated experience with strategy development and execution
Experience with digital threads, digital engineering ecosystems, and the integration of Modeling, Simulation, Visualization, and Analysis (MSVA)
Proficiency in Agile software development methodologies and task management tools (e.g. Jira)
Experience within the C4ISR domain, Government Reference Architectures (GRAs) and Autonomy solutions
Experience applying Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (ML/AI) within a systems engineering context
Experience developing training materials and delivering classroom and on-the-job instruction

Responsibilities

Collaborate with business area peer managers to staff programs and IRADs with MBE CG team members.
Partner with the MBE CG Director and other MBE CG Section Leaders to develop strategies for optimizing organizational performance.
Identify and develop critical model-based engineering skills required to support MBE CG objectives.
Develop and lead continuous improvement activities and ensure adoption within the organization.
Monitor industry trends and best practices to ensure BAE Systems maintains technical discriminators.
Collaborate with Business Area Digital Engineering Leads on adoption strategy and implementation.
Utilize knowledge of MBSE processes, tools, and modeling languages (e.g., SysML, UML, UAF) to solve complex technical problems.
Guide programs through their total MBSE development activities.
Build models using MBSE methodologies, best practices, and tools.
Create validation rules and specialized searches in the model database.