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Strategic Development Specialist I

We are currently recruiting for a Strategic Development Specialist I for the BAE Systems, Inc. Space and Mission Systems (SMS) Sector's Strategic Operations (Strat Ops) Strategic Capabilities Unit in the Washington, DC area. The Strategic Development Specialist I will support company activities related to strategic development, customer engagement, and business development, spanning BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems (SMS) Sector's customers, such as the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the Department of War (DoW), and the Intelligence Community (IC).

This position reports to the Manager, Strategic Development in Strategic Operations. The reporting location for the position is Arlington, VA.

What You'll Do:

• Lead development of value-added products that inform SMS Business Units' strategies.
• Develop, coordinate, and implement contact plans for SMS customers and stakeholders.
• Represent BAE Systems AMS in the Washington, DC area by attending and distributing analysis of stakeholder/customer meetings and industry association activities.
• Draft content for white papers, talking points, presentations, and materials to support stakeholder/customer meetings.
• Provide assessments of markets and business opportunities, in coordination with the Market & Competitive Intelligence team within Strat Ops.
• Ensure coordination of BAE Systems SMS messaging, consistent with strategies and goals.
• Provide research and analysis on key policies and legislation impacting the BAE Systems AMS customer communities, including DoW, NASA, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Foster informative relationships with SMS customers, partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Develop subject matter expertise in SMS programs, pursuits, and capabilities.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment:
This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS/BA in a related field.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS/BA in public policy, communication, engineering, or business.
• Experience working at DoW, NASA, in Congress, or with an aerospace/defense contractor.
• Exceptional project management skills.
• Ability to manage work with limited direction and self-identify opportunities to add value.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills in relevant business environments with collaboration skills.
• Willing and able to work in a dynamic environment and possess an innovative spirit.
• Effective in working with people at all levels and willing to contribute wherever needed.
• Ability and willingness to travel.

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $64926 - $110374

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.