FAST Labs – Mission-Applied Exploitation (MAX) Tech Area Director

Job Description
FAST Labs™ is a world-class research and microelectronics production organization. Our vision, we secure the future through fearless innovation, fuels our curiosity, and propels our teams to take on ‘never been done before’ challenges. We believe how we work is just as important as what we work on, and we are guided by three key principles: We are one team who embraces the power of learning, collaboration, and inclusion; We innovate for impact; and Our innovation is multidimensional.

Sitting at the heart of BAE Systems Electronic Systems (ES), FAST Labs defines the next generation of technology across ES’s defense and commercial portfolios. We seek to turn groundbreaking research into real-life impact for our customers, as we develop advanced capabilities in advanced electronics, sensors and processing, AI, autonomy, RF, EO/IR, cyber, and more. We value internal and external partnerships and collaborate across a broad innovation ecosystem that includes DoD/IC/OGA labs and research teams, universities, small businesses, and venture firms/accelerators – all in service of developing and rapidly fielding advanced technologies to enable our nation’s warfighting mission needs. In the advanced electronics domain, we further the mission by developing and delivering some of the most advanced products that provide the warfighter with a competitive advantage against our adversaries.

The MAX Technology Area Director (TAD) is responsible for the execution and growth of a portfolio of technologies and programs that research and develop RF/cyber capabilities for the DoW.

The Technology Area Director is responsible for the management of a portfolio of programs within the MAX area. This management includes:

• Development, growth, and execution of the portfolio strategy to grow R&D pipeline while transitioning matured technologies to business areas
• Aligning and facilitating transition of capabilities into Electronic Systems Business Areas
• Executing the portfolio of programs with a multi-disciplinary cross-functional team
• Aligning external customer goals with internal business expectations for successful delivery of business salients
• Mentor and grow junior technology development managers and scientists
• Ensuring “how” we work is aligned with A3 cultural principals of Inclusion, Balance, and Continual Improvement

This position reports to directly to the A3 Product Line Director and is based out of our Merrimack, NH facility, though it will require collaboration with staff across our business areas and facilities in the Northeast. Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform 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 facility 100% of the time.

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status and eligibility to obtain a US security clearance.

Key aspects of this role:

• Accountable for all aspects of project initiation, planning and execution (cost, schedule, technical performance, quality, customer engagement, etc.) and ensuring integrated project team commitments are met.
• Responsible and accountable to the Business for program execution, profitability, timeliness, and overall success. Makes decisions that are cost effective to the company and ensures assigned projects meet financial commitments for orders, sales, profit and cash flow.
• An understanding of life cycle management
• Knowledge of defense contract types
• Strong communication skills both internal and customer facing

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Typically, a bachelor’s degree with greater than 12 years of professional experience, or a master’s degree and greater than 10 years of professional experience or a Doctorate and greater than 8 years of professional experience.
• Active DoD Secret clearance with ability to attain DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• Strong desire to collaborate with internal/external customers to improve proliferation of technology.
• Experience providing technical and management leadership to a diverse team of scientists, engineers, and managers.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience capturing and leading projects at the cutting edge of technology.
• Ability to define, propose, and lead independent research and development.
• Demonstrable entrepreneurial drive.
• Business development / program capture experience

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $173023 - $294137

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.


About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

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.