Raytheon

Job Description:

We are the Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) center. We invite you to consider joining us as an engineering Section Manager (SM). Our teams are developing the next generation of space-based imaging systems. We would like to hear from you if you have leadership experience with a technical background in EO/IR or RF technology development for Space systems.

The section manager performs direct line management activities for 10-20 systems engineers including managing job assignments, performance evaluations, career development, technical skill assessments and development for each section member. The SM is also a key technical contributor to the programs supported by the section, as well as a central contributor to new business development activities. The candidate will be experienced in the EO/IR or RF based space sensor or system development common system engineering practices and procedures, earned value management system (EVMS), cost estimating and proposal writing.

The SM ensures two-way communication for section members, serves as a liaison to the programs ensuring technical, cost and schedule parameters, as well as overseeing section member job assignments, performance and recognition.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include coordinating program staffing needs and optimizing staffing across skills and experience to meet demand of mission area. In addition, the SM will team with Department Manager in the execution of Center and SAS engineering goals and will be expected to participate in Department and Center level meetings. The SM must have demonstrable expertise in space systems, systems engineering, production support, and leadership experience. Section Managers will engage regularly with program IPTLs in producing EACs and proposals and will facilitate the department/center level approvals of such. Section managers will engage regularly with the Program Area Chief Engineer (PACE) to communicate and coordinate changes in staffing needs. Section managers will also be responsible for developing and maintaining the technical roadmaps for the capabilities offered by their section. Organization and strong communication skills are required for frequent interactions with operations, chief engineers, department managers and program managers to ensure proper support to the Space Systems mission area.

Required Skills:

• Current SSBI required as of day one of employment.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in space systems engineering, analysis, and/or verification
• Demonstrated leadership experience in the range of system engineering processes, including requirements definition, design, test planning, test execution, data analysis, and operations support
• Multidisciplinary leadership experience in the engineering design and/or test of optical and/or RF systems and associated special test equipment
• Experience in preparing and delivering briefings to management and customers
• Capable of effectively working in a team environment, often under tight deadlines
• Demonstrated desire to successfully pursue new challenges, improve and broaden technical skills, seek greater responsibilities, and increase individual value to the organization
• Ability to access to US only data systems
• U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position will require the ability to access US only data systems.

Desired Skills:

• Engineering leadership experience with space imaging technology
• Modeling and simulation of space systems
• Experience in IV&V planning, test methodologies and test requirements development for space systems
• Experience in environmental test methods
• IPTL & EVMS experience

Required Education (including Major):

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) related field

This position requires either a U.S. Person or a Non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required Export Authorization. 158344

Raytheon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.