Senior Test Development Director

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a senior Test Development Director to join our Shipboard Systems Test Team in support of the Aegis Technical Representative contract. The qualified candidate will provide Engineering and Technical support to the T&E Division head at AEGIS TECHREP. Candidate will join with a (USN / contractor) integrated team dedicated to providing quality test support for the AEGIS DDG shipbuilding test program. The candidate will provide leadership to manage the preparation and delivery of complex Industrial Test Procedures (ITPs) that cover the full range of the systems level integration effort.
This position requires the ability to direct the technical day-to-day work of personnel assigned to the shipboard systems team and interface directly with the Customer on status and issues. The senior TDD will also assist the Shipboard Systems Subtask Lead, T&E Task Leader, and the T&E Division Head in identifying both strategic and near-term goals and objectives and developing technical plans and approaches to achieve the departmental goals and objectives. This individual must possess a good understanding of shipyard AEGIS Test Team (ATT) and the DDG shipbuilding test program. They must also have good writing skills and the ability to present ideas or positions in front of an audience. This individual must also possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish realistic and achievable goals yet be flexible in order to adapt to changing schedules and priorities.
Specific Technical Responsibilities.
Specifically, the senior TDD will be responsible for:

• Supporting the AEGIS Technical Representative (AEGIS TECHREP) Test & Evaluation (T&E) Division Head, located in Moorestown, NJ, in the customer's role as the Aegis Program Test Development Director (APTDD)
• Mentoring and maintaining oversite of all Test Development Directors and ITP reviewers
• Identifying, prioritizing, and assessing potential problems, and ensuring that the Task Leader and Navy customers are cognizant of impacts
• Identifying and assigning team members to specific hull activities, taking into consideration relative abilities and competencies
• Daily interface with the Shipboard Systems Subtask Lead and Navy customers for coordination and resolution of any problems related to technical performance
• Assisting the Subtask Lead in administering task related jobs and functions
  • Maintain schedules
  • Provide task projections in support of staffing plans
  • Provide metrics and develop report inputs
• Supporting roles and responsibilities as an TDD
  • Provide oversight of Industrial Test Procedure (ITP) development to maintain established test standards in support of the government customer
  • Maintain an interface with, and review ITPs developed by over 40 Test Development Agents (TDAs), ensuring AEGIS Weapons System and AEGIS Combat System Industrial Test Procedures (ITPs) conform to Master Test Plans, the AEGIS Test Preparation Directive and are technically and editorially accurate
  • Ensure test methods and objectives are supported by the ITPs
  • Maintain constant contact with the other TDDs, LCSTDDs, and the APTDD
  • Summarize meeting minutes, write reports, edit reports, respond to customer questions and participate in required meetings

Specific Senior Role Responsibilities.
Overall responsibilities related to the senor TDD role include:

• Providing technical assistance, guidance, and problem solving to the Shipboard Systems team
• Training and qualification of individuals working the ITP efforts
• Daily interface with the Shipboard Systems Subtask Lead for coordination and resolution of any problems related to personnel performance
• Providing opportunities for professional and personal development and growth through judicious assignment to tasks and teams with increasing responsibilities

Planning for achievement of departmental goals and objectives
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Education requirement is a degree in an Engineering discipline, Computer Sciences, or acceptable technical field with a minimum of 4 years related work experience with a Bachelor's degree, 6 years related work experience with an Associate's Degree, or 8 years related work experience with a High School Diploma
• Proven ability to use all Microsoft Office tools
• Must have or be able to attain and maintain an active Secret Clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration

• Active DoD Security Clearance
• Test and Evaluation familiarity
• Navy Shipyard Experience
• Technical writing and editing ability

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $ $156860
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 Intelligence & Security
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.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.