FAST Labs

Job Description
FAST LabsTM 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 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 microelectronics products that enable our customers to differentiate their offerings across commercial and defense markets.
The μE Product Line performs cutting-edge microelectronics research in its Science & Technology area and delivers advanced microelectronic products in its four Development & Production areas that advance mission capabilities across commercial and defense applications. We are seeking an experienced leader to join our Microelectronics (μE) product line to lead our Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC) Product Area. Reporting directly to the μE Product Line Director, the MMIC Product Area Director will develop and deliver custom microelectronics products that provide unparalleled performance and capabilities for the warfighters supporting a variety of missions.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a very talented cross-functional μE workforce to achieve business success via strategy development and portfolio execution. The μE Product Line is accountable to capture or identify, create, and deliver discriminating technology & products and effective customer relations, both external and internal to BAE Systems. The MMIC Product Area Director will lead a portfolio, with P&L accountability, of product development and production of custom MMICs.

Lead the MMIC and Power Amplifier design Product Area program teams through all phases of the lifecycle with profit & loss accountability
Manages, coordinates, plans, organizes, controls, integrates, and executes a projects or collection of projects. Ensures achievement of financial, schedule, technical, and new business performance objectives. Participates in the support of new business and in the development of financial plans for the company. Models and demonstrates strong leadership in ethics, safety and security.
Provide proactive cross function leadership of a key strategic portfolio to achieve customer commitments and business growth expectations.
Demonstrate visible leadership across the portfolio, leading by example to deliver program performance excellence and quality microelectronics products in volume.
Key leadership role in developing microelectronics ecosystem within the Electronic Systems Sector
Execute using Earned Value Management techniques and other analytical industry best practices
Communicate effectively and work cross functionally in a highly matrixed organization to achieve results.
Actively develop and execute a strategy to support the MMIC integrated business and technology growth plan, including partnering with internal foundry to support strategy and execution.
Lead through inspiration and encouragement and foster a culture of innovative problem solving, performance excellence, and continuous improvement on the program team to deliver affordable, effective, and dependable outcomes.
Serve as a member of the μE Leadership Team, actively partnering with other team members to drive innovative and consistent strategy across the product line.

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a , with time split between working onsite and remotely.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

12+ years' work experience with Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience of experience in program or capture management and/or with functional activities related to the program lifecycle, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
5+ years work experience in microelectronics custom IC product development and production delivery
Demonstrated experience in building customer and supplier relationships, leading customer interactions and discussions of a technical and/or strategic nature.
Ability to understand customers' needs and objectives
Ability to lead complex teams that are distributed across geographic locations in a borderless fashion.
Financial management expertise and experience executing to revenue and profit targets
Personnel leadership and management of a diverse, cross functional team
The ability to develop creative solutions to highly complex problems
Strong written and verbal skills to effectively communicate across the Electronics Systems sector
Ability to obtain DOD Secret with SAP Security clearances

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Active US Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
Proven breadth of business leadership of custom IC product development lifecycle; from conception through sustainment.
Experience leading and partnering with custom foundry operations and capabilities
Passion to deliver Electronic Systems Defense and Commercial Missions: 'We Protect Those Who Protect Us' and 'We Innovate for Those Who Move the World'.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $ $278800
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.
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.

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