Product Line IT Lead

BAE Systems

🇺🇸 United States

On-site

Staff / Principal

4 weeks ago

132,962 – 226,035

Pension

4 weeks ago

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Job Description

You don’t see it, but it’s there. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The World TM.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

In this Product Line IT Lead opportunity, you will make impact in the following ways;

Assist the IT & Security Business Partner with creating IT product roadmaps that meet both immediate and future product line needs

Direct and synchronize every IT activity within the Product Line —including project delivery, operations & maintenance (O&M), and break/fix support—to ensure seamless, reliable, and mission aligned technology services

Oversee and mentor product line Systems Administrators, delivering strategic direction, performance management, and day-to-day guidance to ensure the team meets operational and business objectives

Deliver first line technical guidance to product line Systems Administrators, handling escalated incidents, troubleshooting complex infrastructure and application issues, and ensuring the stability and performance of all line specific environments

Promote inventive problem-solving, high-performance standards, and ongoing improvement to deliver cost effective, reliable solutions

Provide IT expertise while collaborating with the IT & Security Business Partner and other PL leads on all IT related budget matters, encompassing capital forecasting requests and ensuring staffing levels remain appropriate

Recruit, nurture, and retain high-performing, diverse talent that fosters a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and mission driven innovation

** We are hiring for multiple Lead positions that will align to a Product Line. Dependent on what Product Line you are selected for can determine actual physical location of the position.

Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement toperform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full- time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility100% of the time.

Required Skills and Education

An active DoD Secret Clearance
Security + Certification, or attain within 90-days of hire
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cyber Security or other related field, with 8+ years relevant work experience; or 12+ years of experience with a High School diploma
Understanding of BAE Systems’ business areas and product lines
Knowledge of IT best practices, policies and regulations
Understanding of programming, computer science and digital security
Supervisory and / or management experience leading people and projects 
A clear understanding of client/server technology and network architecture
Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
Problem-solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills
Leadership and conflict management skills
Customer service and interpersonal skills
Flexibility to work in a dynamic environment with changing needs, requirements, and technical challenges
Attention to detail
Project management skills, including organization, planning, time management and prioritization
Occasional off-hours/weekend support required when critical and/or production down events occu

Preferred Skills and Education

Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cyber Security or other related field with 8+ years of relevant experience
Top Secret security clearance
In-depth knowledge of IT best practices, policies and regulations
Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
Comprehensive understanding of programming, computer science and digital security
Strong problem-solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills
Advanced leadership and conflict management skills
Customer service and interpersonal skills
Excellent attention to detail
Superior project management skills, including organization, planning, time management and prioritization

About BAE Systems, Inc.

BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

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.

Benefits Information

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).

Sector: Electronic Systems
Job Category: Engineering & Technology
Salary Min Point: 132962
Salary Max Point: 226035
Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time
Career Level: Experienced
Travel Percentage: 25%
Shift: 1st Shift
U.S. Person Required: Yes
Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position: Top Secret
Clearance Level – Must currently possess: Secret
Additional City (1): Hudson NH
Additional State/Province (1): New Hampshire
Country: United States
U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes

Product Line IT Lead · BAE Systems

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