Systems Engineering Manager

BWXT • Lynchburg, VA

41d • $99,000 - $157,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

Welcome to BWXTWe believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

BWXT is People Strong, Innovation Driven - be part of BWXT’s innovation hub. BWXT’s Advanced Technologies (AT) group researches, designs, and develops innovative new nuclear reactors, nuclear rocket propulsion systems, and radioisotope production systems for both internal and external customers.

If you are looking for a career where your experience is valued, innovative thinking is fostered, and barrier-free teamwork is embraced every day, then this opportunity is for you.

Position Overview:
As our Systems Engineering Manager, you will lead a dynamic and growing team of approximately 12 Systems Engineers at our Advanced Technologies office in Lynchburg, Virginia. This position offers relocation benefits.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s, master’s, or Doctor of Science degree in engineering, physics, chemistry, or mathematics is required.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in Nuclear and/or Aerospace industry is required.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience mentoring, coaching, guiding and leading teams is required.
• A minimum of three (3) years in a Systems Engineering role is required.
• Must have demonstrated experience in one or more areas of designing, developing, testing, or delivery of systems throughout a program’s development life cycle.
• Must have knowledge of military and/or NASA component specifications, design processes, and hardware test/verification procedures.
• Must have demonstrated experience or interest in Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
• Must have demonstrated leadership for driving issue resolution and mitigating technical risk.
• Must have proven ability to forge effective working relationships across various organizational levels.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated through technical reports and presentations.
• Must have Earned Value Management experience.
• Must have experience with DOORs and/or Cameo.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance as required.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with high-temperature gas reactor technologies.
• Understanding of Systems Engineering processes and standards, such as the INCOSE Handbook, ISO/IEC/IEEE-15288, DOD Systems Engineering Guidebook, and NASA/SP-6105.
• Knowledge of quality program requirements including ISO 9001, AS9100, and NQA-1.
• Experience working with U.S. Government customers (e.g., DOD, DOE, NASA).

Responsibilities

• Foster a supportive and collaborative team culture, and oversee the growth and structure of the department, including the assignment of supervisors for various teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across the Engineering organization and with external partners and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain product and system requirements.
• Collaborate with Chief Engineers and domain experts to develop, design and maintain overall product architectures.
• Define and manage product and system interfaces.
• Create comprehensive verification and validation (V&V) plans for products and systems.
• Develop and execute new and novel project and process plans, implement policies and procedures and set operational goals.
• Determine staffing requirements and adjust staffing levels as necessary to ensure the workforce is appropriately staffed with qualified individuals. Ensure department staff have the necessary resources to perform their assignments.
• Support Systems Engineering work planning for projects and conduct subject matter expert reviews.
• Mentor and develop department staff through training, feedback, and work assignments.
• Provide career counseling for everyone, including performance evaluations and career discussions throughout the year.
• Monitor performance goals and provide constructive feedback to direct reports.
• Identify and assess potential technical risk in projects and systems.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree