**Job Description** BAE Systems is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer for System Integration efforts in support of our work as a prime contractor on a high-profile U.S. Navy weapon system. The ideal candidate will be someone who can independently develop system verification strategy, demonstrate the behaviors to effectively communicate, coordinate, collaborate, and work in a visible and proactive manner across organizational boundaries to deliver positive results. This role is fit for someone who can be a highly engaging, team-oriented, problem solving, and self-starting individual able to respond rapidly to a dynamic programmatic environment. As a Principal Systems Engineer for System Integration, your responsibilities span engineering technical authority and customer relationship management including: Engineering Technical Authority + Develop and define a System Integration strategy and approach for a new weapon system. Lead and/or engage with Integration Integrated Product Teams (IPT) / Working Groups / Communities of Practice + Develop and execute independent Integration activities based on subsystem interface integration methods and generate design maturity, compatibility, and interoperability reports. + Define and develop System Integration technical work products + Ensure engineering outcomes are consistent with established engineering principles and practices and that customer and company technical, system, performance, and quality requirements are met + Develop and present technical documentation, data, presentations, and white paper submissions to chief engineers for approval and then to the customers Customer Relationship Management + Establish and maintain exceptional relationships with SES, GS-15, and GS-14 level US Navy customers/clients to solve technical problems and implement solutions of extremely high complexity. + Support the customer in the execution of the Systems Integration process including Systems Engineering Technical Reviews. + Works closely with the customer to translate objectives into actionable plans and measurable deliverables. **Required Education, Experience, & Skills** Education required: Bachelor of Science degree in Systems, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or equivalent Additional skills/experience required: + 8 years experience supporting systems engineering on large DoD programs + Experience with major weapon system development product lifecycle and technologies + Experience with integration of models, software, and / or hardware + Experience working systems engineering projects involving multiple systems engineering teams + Experience with presenting project status to management and/or the client + Experience in organizing and hosting meetings involving multiple stakeholders + Willing to travel approximately 10% of the time + Must possess strong organizational, time management, and project management skills + Proficient with PC and MS Office Suite **Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills** + MS Degree in Systems Engineering or related field + Demonstrated experience in a Systems Engineering field preferably supporting Integration related efforts. + Demonstrated ability to successfully lead and influence multi-disciplinary teams in complex systems engineering across the product development lifecycle. + Experience with technical presentations and customer-facing activities at the leadership level. + Demonstrated success partnering with customers to understand critical challenges, shape customer requirements, develop innovative solutions, and manage execution of solutions through implementation + Experience with various engineering tools / languages including PTC Windchill, IBM DOORS, 2D/3D CAD, SysML, Cameo, and/or MATLAB Simulink + 10 years experience supporting systems engineering on large DoD programs + Experience with the Navy SSP or TRIDENT programs + ASEP or CSEP certification **Pay Information** Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. 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. **Principal Systems Engineer Integration** **123786BR** EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression