Mk21A Systems Engineer

BAE Systems•Hill AFB, UT
•$72,150 - $122,655•Onsite

About The Position

BAE Systems is seeking an exceptional Systems Engineer to support the Air Force's acquisition of the next Reentry Vehicle critical to the ICBM weapon systems. This role is vital to the success of the Critical Design Review (CDR) phase, specifically providing specialized support for systems engineering Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) review. The successful candidate will act as the primary bridge between technical execution and data management. While Integrated Project Team (IPT) SMEs conduct "vertical slice" reviews of CDRLs, this position will lead the horizontal CDRL reviews, ensuring consistency, integration, and traceability across the program. You will work with data management and ensure all deliverables meet the rigorous digital engineering standards of the ACAT program.

Requirements

  • BS/MS eng., Computer science, software, mathematics, or physics.
  • 3 yrs of directly related experience (2 yrs with MS degree) in systems integration and analysis of military hardware and software systems/processes.
  • Proven experience using DOORS and Cameo for systems engineering and requirements traceability.
  • Direct experience working within the constraints and requirements of an acquisitions or sustainment program.
  • Strong understanding of data management, specifically regarding the delivery, storage, and management of technical data.
  • Experience working across multiple levels of network classifications.
  • US Citizenship status required.

Nice To Haves

  • Proven experience in Configuration Management (CM) processes, including baseline management, change control boards (CCB), and version control.
  • Configuration Manager certification.
  • Experience managing engineering files within a Digital Engineering ecosystem.
  • Knowledge of Mil-HDBK-61B, DoD 5010.12, and/or EIA-649-1 guiding principles.
  • Ability to align or realign deliverables with complex program outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Leading horizontal CDRL reviews to ensure cross-functional alignment during the Critical Design Review phase.
  • Utilizing DOORS, Cameo, and CREO to maintain strict requirements traceability throughout the system lifecycle.
  • Providing technical direction to data management teams for the efficient handling of engineering deliverables.
  • Managing validation, data rights verification, and ensuring adherence to program requirements.
  • Assisting with CM/DM plan development, and supporting Program Management Reviews (PMRs), and technical reviews.

Benefits

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