Director - Engineering - Weapon Systems Product Line Engineering

Product Line Engineering Lead (PLEL)

Join a team that delivers mission critical innovation. BAE Systems is seeking an inspiring Product Line Engineering Lead (PLEL) to shape the future of advanced weapons, precision-guided munitions (PGM), and cutting-edge defense technologies. This is a rare opportunity to lead engineering strategy and execution across a diverse, high impact product line that supports warfighters around the world and drives an approximately $2.5B portfolio over the next 5 years.

As the senior engineering leader for the PGM and Advanced Weapons portfolio, you will drive product evolution, guide technical excellence, and influence the business through collaboration, innovation, and strategic decision making. If you are energized by solving complex technical challenges, growing a product portfolio, and leading highly skilled engineering teams - this role offers the platform to make a real difference.

The successful candidate reports to the Vice President of CMS Engineering and Logistics.

Job Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Serve as the senior engineering authority for the PGM and Advanced Weapons portfolio, guiding lifecycle strategy from concept through sustainment.
• Partner with the Program Director to define and execute long-term product and technology roadmaps that expand capability, increase competitiveness, and drive sustainable business growth.
• Champion an engineering culture grounded in excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Ensure engineering teams meet cost, schedule, and technical performance commitments across all programs.
• Lead preparation and approval of innovative, competitive engineering bids aligned with customer requirements.
• Drive design integrity, system readiness, and compliance with engineering standards and safety requirements.

• Serve as the primary engineering point of contact for both internal and external customers.
• Foster strong partnerships across functions, including program management, operations, supply chain, and quality to ensure unified execution.
• Promote effective knowledge sharing and technology transfer across the enterprise.

• Identify and build critical skill pipelines needed for current and future product demands.
• Establish and track engineering performance metrics that promote accountability and excellence.
• Lead a cross-matrixed team of approximately 150 engineers across 4 different locations in the US.
• Mentor and develop team members, championing diversity of thought and fostering a high performance environment.

• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field
• 12 + years of technical leadership experience of defense programs
• Mission/domain knowledge of existing weapons systems programs and capabilities relevant to the business
• Proven experience in project management, working as a Cost Account leader (CAM, IPT, Program Manager), meeting technical, schedule, and cost commitments
• Proven ability to share and transfer technology across organizational boundaries to the benefit of our customers and the business

• Active Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
• 15+ years of experience
• Earned Value Certification

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

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services

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.