Technical Director II - Mission Systems Product Line with Security Clearance

About the Team

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace, and security company. Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, our Space & Mission Systems sector is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, and tactical systems for government and commercial customers.

Our vision is to be the leading innovator of transformational mission solutions for our Nation and its Allies. We collaborate across the Space and Mission Systems sector and the broader BAE Systems organization to leverage the most advanced capabilities as integrated offerings. Our mission is to deliver innovative and producible RF and EO/IR capabilities that disrupt the market and empower warfighters to execute their missions and return home safely.

Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we develop the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. The Tactical Solutions Strategic Business Unit delivers mission system solutions—from specialized antennas to electro-optical technologies—that enhance the performance of various military platforms, including aircraft, land vehicles, ships, and satellites. We give warfighters the advantage they need to take action, identify targets, and defend against evolving threats.

About the Role

In this position, you will join a team of endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus. You will support all aspects of technical product development, business capture, and technology maturation while leading the development of technology strategy in the RF and EO/IR domains. Your work will involve developing technology roadmaps and partnering with Product Line and Business Area leadership to shape business strategy.

You will prioritize emerging technologies, lead the development of IRAD plans, and manage investments and partnerships on new capabilities aligned with warfighter needs. This role requires you to be technically adept in areas such as RF system design, EO/IR sensing, lasers, or electronic warfare. You will also evaluate and understand end-customer mission needs, translating them into relevant capabilities and technologies.

As a leader, you will guide technical teams through multiple phases of the development lifecycle, providing technical coaching and mentoring. You will maintain effective working relationships within the department, Strategic Business Units, and the broader Company to ensure a positive and productive work environment. This position requires regular in-person engagement, working on-site five days a week in the primary work location, with potential travel between company campuses and other locations.

Hiring Process

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. Multiple positions may be available on this opening.

Equal Opportunity

BAE Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can succeed.